A 3-days world class coffee sensory masterclass to unlock your palate

Join two of Australia’s most respected coffee experts for an immersive training experience designed to transform how you taste, talk about, and brew coffee.

Meet the Coffee Masters
Karl Lee
WBRC Judge | Sensory Specialist
A world-level coffee judge with a sharp sensory mind, Karl brings global competition standards into practical, real-world tasting. His passion lies in helping people truly understand flavour — not just score it.
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Frankie Shi
23 Years in Coffee | World-Class Competitor
From barista to café owner to roastery founder, Frankie’s journey spans 23 years and 13 consecutive years of Cuptasters competitions — including multiple state and national titles. His training focuses on discipline, consistency, and building a competition-ready sensory mindset.

The 3-Day sensory roadmap. This masterclass is designed for Baristas, Café Owners, and Enthusiasts (Entry to Intermediate level). Anyone who wants to understand flavour, not just drink it
This training is suitable for entry-level to intermediate participants — no competition background required.

Day 1: Calibration SCA Cupping - in strict sca official format by using sca cupping score sheet... on commending and scoring.

Day 2: Brewing and sensory - for who are interested in Brewing or competionoutcomes.

Day 3: Cup Taster Training - Learn the secrets of speed and accuracy from Frankie Shi, including competition-style triangle tests.

What You’ll Learn Over three immersive days, we’ll explore:
• How we perceive flavour and aroma
• Core sensory skills used by professionals
• Practical tasting frameworks you can apply at work or home
• How to speak about coffee with clarity and confidence
• Structured sensory exercises used in competition and judging environments

- Unbeatable Value: Content worth over $300 for only $99.
- Professional Growth: Move beyond "this tastes good" to "this has a citric acidity and a silky body
- Community Impact: 100% of ticket sales support Karl Lee’s journey to the World Championships..

"Event Logistics
Location: Caffiend, Cairns
Investment: $99 (3-Day Pass); $69(2-DAY); $39 (1DAY)
Capacity: Strictly limited to ensure hands-on coaching.

How to BookSpaces will fill up fast!
To secure your spot: purchase tickets on the link below.
Tag a coffee lover who needs to level up their palate.