Cusco Specialty Coffee Laboratory Workshop

2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Unleash your inner barista at the Cusco Coffee Laboratory, where coffee enthusiasts of all levels come together to deepen their understanding of this beloved beverage. Begin with a fascinating overview of coffee agronomy, then dive into sensory evaluations to identify distinct flavor notes. Under the watchful eye of skilled baristas, learn to perfect your V60 pour-over technique and espresso extraction. A highlight includes a hands-on roasting session, allowing you to take home 160g of your freshly roasted coffee. The workshop is a perfect blend of education and fun, making it a must-do for anyone passionate about coffee.

What's Included

Enjoy a welcome V60 pour-over, taste the filtered coffees and espresso drinks you brew yourself, and take home a 160g bag of freshly roasted beans!

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The lab is located one street behind the main road next to a shop. Reach out to purplebean.coffee Whatsapp chat button if you need help locating the lab.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Join us for a comprehensive 2.5-hour hands-on workshop that covers everything from brewing to roasting. You'll start with a guided tour of state-of-the-art laboratory, viewing the roasting setup, espresso bars, and coffee testing equipment, all while sipping a pre-brewed V60 coffee.

Next, you will dive into the science of filtered coffee. After a demonstration of the V60 brewing process, you will head to your own station to brew. You'll follow a precise recipe card—warming the kettle to 86°C, grinding exactly 15g of coffee, and executing a multi-stage pour—before tasting and evaluating the results with the group.

Then, you'll master the espresso machine. You'll learn how to dose, distribute with a WDT tool, tamp firmly, and pull the perfect shot. We'll also cover milk texturing, teaching you how to purge the steam wand and create glossy microfoam to build your own cappuccinos or flat whites.

Finally, you will join Roast Master for a live batch roast to learn the fundamentals of the roasting process. At the end of the session, you'll get to take home 160 grams of the freshly roasted coffee!

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Supplied by Purple Bean Coffee

Tags

Cooking Classes
Small Group
Food & Drink

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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