Upcoming Coffee 101 Classes at KNIFE: Brew Like a Pro!
Are you a coffee enthusiast looking to elevate your brewing skills? Or perhaps you’ve just started your coffee journey and want to learn the ins and outs of making the perfect cup at home? Well, you're in luck! KNIFE is hosting Coffee 101 classes, designed for beginners and casual coffee lovers to master the art of brewing coffee at home.
Whether you're using a French press, pour-over, or espresso machine, mastering the basics of coffee-making will unlock a whole new level of flavor. Here’s a sneak peek at what you can expect from these hands-on classes:
1. The Essentials of Coffee Making
Coffee-making might seem simple, but there’s a lot more to it than just boiling water and adding coffee grounds. In this class, you'll learn the fundamentals that make a huge difference in your daily brew:
- Selecting the Right Beans: How to choose fresh, high-quality beans and why it matters.
- Roast Profiles: Understanding the different roast levels and how they affect flavor.
- Water Quality: The importance of clean, filtered water and its impact on the final cup.
2. Grind Settings: Unlocking Flavor
The grind size is one of the most crucial factors in brewing the perfect cup of coffee. Whether you’re using a drip coffee maker, a French press, or an espresso machine, the grind should match your brewing method. In this class, we’ll dive into:
- Coarse vs. Fine: Why the grind size matters for different brewing methods.
- Adjusting Grind Settings: How to fine-tune your grinder for the perfect extraction, no matter the equipment.
- Consistency is Key: Tips for achieving a uniform grind for a balanced cup.
3. Temperature: The Sweet Spot
Did you know that water temperature plays a huge role in how your coffee turns out? In this class, we’ll explore:
- The Ideal Brewing Temperature: Learn the sweet spot for extracting coffee’s flavors and how too hot or too cold water can ruin your cup.
- Heat and Extraction: How the right temperature helps release the best flavors from the coffee grounds.
- Thermometers and Tricks: How to accurately measure your water temperature and some simple tricks for making sure your brew stays within the optimal range.
4. Brewing Ratios: The Science of Proportions
Perfecting the right coffee-to-water ratio is key for brewing coffee that tastes just right. In this class, you’ll learn:
- The 1:15 to 1:18 Ratio: How much coffee should you use for the amount of water?
- Personal Preferences: How to adjust your ratio based on taste (and why it’s important to experiment).
- Scaling Your Brew: Tips for scaling your brewing ratios for different serving sizes.
5. Troubleshooting Common Problems
Not every brew will be perfect right away. But don’t worry—by the end of the class, you’ll have the skills to troubleshoot common coffee-making issues, such as:
- Bitter or Sour Tastes: What went wrong and how to fix it.
- Weak Coffee: How to adjust your brewing methods to get a stronger, richer cup.
- Over-extraction or Under-extraction: How to fix extraction issues with grind size, brew time, or water temperature.
6. Final Tasting & Q&A
Of course, no coffee class would be complete without tasting the results of your hard work! At the end of each session, we’ll have a coffee tasting where you can compare brews, ask questions, and perfect your skills with our lovely barista.
When and Where:
The Coffee 101 classes at KNIFE are held at our shop: 1A Givins Street in Toronto. We're posting a few month so book soon as spots are filling fast. You can reserve your spot here.
Ready to brew the perfect cup? Come join us at KNIFE for our Coffee 101 classes and take your coffee game to the next level. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned pro looking for new tips, this class will help you get the most out of your morning brew.
Bonus - Every participant receives a complimentary bag of the same delicious coffee used in class.
See you there—let’s get brewing!
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