BREWING INTERMEDIATE 

Do you already have experience with filter coffee and want to refine your skills? Our Advanced Course on Alternative Brewing Methods (non-espresso) is designed for those who wish to delve deeper into extraction techniques and learn how to manage every variable to achieve the perfect cup.

What you will learn in the Advanced Course on Alternative Brewing Methods

This course combines theory and practice to provide an advanced understanding of extraction methods other than espresso:

Brewing methods:

An in-depth look at various extraction methods, focusing on:

Selecting the correct grind size for each method.

Comparing paper filters versus metal filters and their impact on the cup.

The differences between batch brewing and manual pour-over.

Study of the fundamental principles of extraction:

Water-to-coffee ratio, grind size, and brew time.

Water temperature, agitation (turbulence) during brewing, water quality, and the choice of filter medium.

Practical exercises to understand and manage every variable.

Guided tastings and technical analysis, including the use of a TDS meter to evaluate extraction.

Roasting for filter coffee:

Understanding how different roast profiles (light, medium, dark) affect the final cup.

PREREQUISITES

It is recommended that participants have previously completed the Introduction to Specialty Coffee course and the Basic Filter Coffee course.

This course offers the opportunity to sharpen your expertise, explore advanced techniques, and improve the quality of your extractions using alternative brewing methods.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

A notepad and pen will be provided.

A certificate of participation will be issued upon completion of the course. This course qualifies you for the SCA Brewing Intermediate exam (exam available upon request only; certification fee is €100.00 + VAT for SCA members).

TAKE A FOUNDATION-LEVEL COURSE AND RECEIVE A 10% DISCOUNT ON AN INTERMEDIATE-LEVEL COURSE.