Brewing: Foundation

Brew coffee to a consistent standard, every time

A comprehensive certification course in the principles and techniques behind consistently excellent coffee brewing. You'll leave able to follow and execute brewing recipes with precision, troubleshoot extraction, and understand the science behind every great cup.

What You'll Learn

• The raw material. Origin, processing, roast, freshness, and the role of water.
• Equipment and technique. Manual brewing devices, grind, and kettle control.
• Recipe fundamentals. Blooming, the Good Cup base recipe, and the Three T's.
• Sensory skills. Cupping, the Good Cup Sensory Assessment System, and extraction markers.

Course Format

Duration: 1 day, 8 hours
Prerequisite: General Coffee Knowledge
Certificate: Certificate of completion, counts toward your Foundation Certificate

The Foundation Certificate is Good Cup Academy's entry-level credential. Complete all five Beginner-tier courses, General Coffee Knowledge, Barista, Brewing, Roasting, and Sensory, and it's yours.

Who Should Attend

Anyone who has completed General Coffee Knowledge and wants to build real brewing skill, from home brewers to café professionals.

What to Bring

Required: Open mind and curiosity, and comfortable clothing you don't mind getting coffee-stained

Provided by Good Cup Academy: All brewing equipment, coffee samples, and training materials