Espresso & Tasting Workshop
Simple, reliable espresso foundation workshop for home baristas and new baristas
This workshop is the starting point for anyone who wants to understand espresso in a clear, approachable way. If you’re getting inconsistent shots at home or you’re new behind the bar, Espresso & Tasting will help you build a solid base before diving into milk steaming and latte art.
Who this workshop is for
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Home espresso users who want more consistent, better-tasting shots.
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New baristas or café staff who need a structured introduction to espresso.
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Coffee enthusiasts who prefer a focused, espresso-only session without milk or latte art yet.
No technical background is required. A curiosity about coffee and an interest in learning are enough.
What you’ll learn
1. What espresso actually is
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A clear explanation of what makes espresso different from other brews.
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Simple concepts: dose, yield, brew time, and how they relate to taste.
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How grind size and recipe affect sweetness, acidity, and bitterness.
2. A simple, repeatable espresso recipe
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A reliable starting recipe you can use on most machines.
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How to grind, dose, distribute and tamp in a consistent way.
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Basic use of scales and timers (without overwhelming you).
3. Tasting and troubleshooting shots
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Guided tasting of under-extracted, over-extracted and well-balanced shots.
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How to connect what you taste in the cup to practical adjustments.
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Easy troubleshooting steps when shots are sour, bitter or flat.
4. Workflow and care for your machine
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A clean, organised workflow from prep to shot.
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Basic cleaning and care habits that protect your machine and your coffee quality.
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Simple tips for getting the best out of your home or café equipment.
This class focuses on espresso only. Milk steaming and latte art are taught separately in Milk Steaming & Latte Art Workshop.
Format
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Duration: 2 hours
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Class size: Maximum 1–3 participants for lots of hands-on time
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Location: Moving Coffee Roastery, Richmond, BC
You will:
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Work with professional equipment in our roastery.
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Pull multiple shots with direct feedback from the instructor.
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Taste together and discuss what you’re experiencing in the cup.
What you’ll leave with
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A straightforward espresso routine you can repeat at home or at work.
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The ability to taste your espresso and know what to adjust next.
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A concise Espresso Foundations guide with your starting recipes and troubleshooting notes.
Perfect pairing: Milk Steaming & Latte Art
Once you’re comfortable pulling shots, continue with our Milk Steaming & Latte Art Workshop. Together, the two classes form a friendly, step-by-step path from first espresso to café-style milk drinks and simple latte art.
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