Bean to Bag Tour | The Grounds Coffee Factory

Calling all coffee lovers! Dive into the magic behind every bag of The Grounds coffee with our exclusive bean to bag experience. Lead by our expert roastery team, this session offers a close-up look at our coffee journey—from our buying philosophy to to secrets of our roaster and the art of coffee production.

What's Included?

• Enjoy a guided tour through our roasting area where we'll dive into the equipment and process behind our coffee.
• Discover what makes specialty coffee truly special with a fun overview of its unique quality.
• Get the inside scoop on our sourcing journey—find out where we buy our beans, our timing, and our philosophy.
• Explore how the changing seasons influence our coffee choices and purchasing decisions.
• Experience the magic of coffee cupping and learn why it's crucial for evaluating and grading our beans.
• See the fascinating journey from coffee cherry to roasted bean, and why each step is essential.
• Dive into the diverse coffee families and what sets them apart.
• Learn how we pick our beans and craft our signature blends with care.
• Take a deep dive into the science of roast cycles and how they affect your cup.
• Unveil the secrets of fragrance, aroma, and taste in coffee tasting.
• Learn how to identify and describe those unique coffee notes.
• Taste and evaluate a range of coffees from across the globe to find your favourites.

By the end of this experience, you'll be a coffee aficionado, mastering everything from the roasting process and the magic behind specialty coffee to the secrets of sourcing and blending. You'll understand how the seasons shape our coffee choices, appreciate the art of cupping, and grasp the journey from cherry to roast. Plus, you'll have insider knowledge on how we design our blends and the science of roast cycles—ready to impress with your newfound coffee expertise!

Duration: Approx. 1.5 hours
Venue: The Grounds Coffee Factory, 4A/2 Locomotive Street, South Eveleigh NSW 2015
Group Size: Up to 10 people

This experience is perfect for everyone, from curious beginners to seasoned coffee connoisseurs.

Important Information

• Please plan to arrive at least 10-minutes before the session and check in with at our host desk.
• All visitors on this tour must stay with their guide at all times and comply with any instructions given during the visit.
• The Grounds reserves the right to amend the tour route or omit areas of the facility for reasons of visitors' safety and well-being or for strategic business reasons.
• This is a walking tour through a working factory, so we strongly recommend that you wear comfortable closed footwear.
• For health and safety reasons, we regret that we are unable to accommodate visitors under the age of 18 years.
• In the unlikely event that you should need to cancel this experience, please contact The Grounds at your earliest convenience. Cancellations made within 72-hours will be non-refundable.
• Should The Grounds, for reasons beyond its control, need to cancel a booking, an alternative date will be offered where possible. The Grounds cannot accept liability for any loss, financial or otherwise, under such circumstances.
  
• This experience does not include a table reservation. Please make a booking online if you'd like to dine with us before or after your tour.
• Tours and classes will be released approx. 8 weeks in advance. Can't see your preferred date? Check back again closer to the time or contact us to discuss a private Bean to Bag Tour for a group of 10x people or more.