Coffee Roasting Course

Course Contents: 

Module 1: Introduction to Coffee Roasting

• Overview of the coffee roasting process and its significance in coffee production
• Understanding the impact of roasting on flavor profiles

Module 2: Coffee Beans and Origins

• Exploration of different coffee bean varieties and their origins
• Understanding the influence of bean characteristics on the roasting process

Module 3: Roasting Equipment and Technology

• Introduction to coffee roasting machines and equipment
• Utilizing technology for precise control over the roasting process

Module 4: Roasting Profiles and Levels

• Developing and understanding various roasting profiles
• Exploring light, medium, and dark roast levels and their characteristics

Module 5: Roasting Chemistry and Science

• In-depth exploration of the chemical reactions during the roasting process
• Understanding how temperature and time impact flavor development

Module 6: Quality Control and Cupping

• Implementing quality control measures in the roasting process
• Conducting cupping sessions to assess and evaluate coffee flavor profiles

Module 7: Blending and Flavor Customization

• Techniques for blending different coffee beans
• Customizing flavors to meet market demands and consumer preferences

Module 8: Storage and Packaging

• Best practices for storing roasted coffee beans
• Packaging considerations for maintaining freshness and quality

Module 9: Sustainability in Coffee Roasting

• Exploring sustainable practices in coffee sourcing and roasting
• Ethical considerations in the coffee industry

Module 10: Business and Marketing for Roasters

• Strategies for establishing a coffee roasting business
• Marketing, branding, and building a customer base