Barista Basics Masterclass

BARISTA BASICS MASTERCLASS

Great coffee starts with understanding what's happening in the cup.

Whether you're stepping behind a commercial coffee machine for the first time or looking to build stronger foundations, this hands-on masterclass is designed to give you the skills, knowledge and confidence to make great coffee.

We'll work through the fundamentals of espresso, dosing and extraction, how to dial in your coffee, milk texturing, workflow and putting it all together behind the bar.

But this isn't just about learning what buttons to press.

We want you to understand why you're doing what you're doing, so you can make better decisions when the coffee isn't behaving, recognise what needs adjusting and develop consistency in every cup.

With a maximum of just two participants, there's plenty of time for individual guidance, questions and hands-on practice.

What we'll cover

• Getting familiar with commercial espresso equipment

• Understanding coffee, grinding and dosing

• Espresso extraction and what affects flavour

• Dialling in espresso using grind, dose, yield and time

• Tasting coffee and recognising extraction differences

• Milk texturing, temperature and consistency

• Introduction to latte art and pouring technique

• Workflow, efficiency and working behind the bar

• Cleaning, maintenance and good café habits

• Troubleshooting common coffee problems

Who is this class for?

Perfect for new baristas, hospitality staff, café team members and anyone wanting to build strong foundations in coffee.

Whether you're preparing to work in a café or wanting to develop your existing skills, this class focuses on practical knowledge you can take straight behind the machine.

No previous barista experience is required.

What's included?

• 5 hours of practical, hands-on training

• Small class size — maximum 2 participants

• Individual guidance and plenty of time on the machine

• All coffee, milk and equipment

• Lunch provided, including a 30-minute break

Class Details

Duration: 5 hours (including lunch break)

Price: $330 per person

Class size: Maximum 2 participants

Location: Lottie Lane Coffee Roasters
10a Sunderland Street, Moonah, Tasmania

Come ready to learn, ask questions, experiment and build confidence behind the coffee machine.

Flavour is Queen.