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SUMMARY:SCA Brewing Intermediate
DESCRIPTION:The Brewing Intermediate course builds on the concepts and skills introduced in the Foundation course. It is ideal for someone who has brewing experience and wants to further explore how to improve coffee quality. This course covers a wide range of topics\, including an exploration of the brewing process in terms of device usage; extraction order and wetting; the essential elements of brewing and their individual influence on the final cup; the scientific measurement of extracted coffee strength and charting a coffee’s extraction; analysis of brewed coffee and espresso and adjustments to consider in order to deliver a correctly extracted\, well-balanced cup; and the importance of cleaning and maintenance. A written exam tests intermediate course knowledge while a practical exam assesses the learner’s ability to Identify strength and extraction differences in brewed coffee; prepare brews from different devices and diagnose how to correct the recipe for a poorly brewed coffee from an automatic filter brewer. There is an online written exam administered upon completion of the course. \nLearn more about the SCA Coffee Skills Program here. \nValidated parking and lunch are included in the course fee. \nStudents will receive a 15% discount on coffee and merchandise the day of class! \nMaximum Class Size: 3 students\nClass Duration: 2 sessions\, 7.5 hours/session\nInstructor: Jonathan Pascual\, Authorized SCA Trainer \nSCA certificate courses have very limited seating and require significant planning and preparation to schedule\, staff\, and deliver. Because of this\, SCA Courses follow a separate policy from our non-certification classes. \nRefunds and Rescheduling: \n\n30+ days before the course start:\nYou may reschedule or request a full refund at no charge.\n15–29 days before the course start:\nYou may reschedule or request a refund\, less a 20% processing fee.\nWithin 14 days of the course start:\nCancellations and rescheduling are no longer possible and are not eligible for a refund.
URL:https://opocoffee.com/event/sca-brewing-intermediate-5/
LOCATION:Opo Coffee Training Lab\, 314 E. Howard Street\, Decatur\, GA\, 30030\, United States
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SUMMARY:SCA Roasting Foundation
DESCRIPTION:The Roasting Foundation course gives the learner an understanding of the roasting process\, including the physical changes that take place during the process\, and how to control sensory aspects of the coffee by roasting light or dark. Learners will also gain an understanding of the basic structure of the roasting machine\, and general maintenance and fire prevention. Practical learning objectives and activities prepare the learner to follow instructions\, given by the trainer\, for three different roasts and record relevant data and observations per roast using a suitable roast log. \nThere is an online written exam administered upon completion of the course. Learn more about the SCA Coffee Skills Program here. \nValidated parking and lunch are included in the course fee. \nStudents will receive a 15% discount on coffee and merchandise the day of class! \nMaximum Class Size: 4 students \nClass Duration: 7.5 hours \nInstructor: Chris Avirett\, Authorized SCA Trainer \nSCA certificate courses have very limited seating and require significant planning and preparation to schedule\, staff\, and deliver. Because of this\, SCA Courses follow a separate policy from our non-certification classes. \nRefunds and Rescheduling \n\n30+ days before the course start:You may reschedule or request a full refund at no charge.\n15–29 days before the course start:You may reschedule or request a refund\, less a 20% processing fee.\nWithin 14 days of the course start:Cancellations and rescheduling are no longer possible and are not eligible for a refund.
URL:https://opocoffee.com/event/coffee-roasting-basics-6/
LOCATION:Opo Coffee Training Lab\, 314 E. Howard Street\, Decatur\, GA\, 30030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffee Roasting,SCA Courses
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SUMMARY:FREE Bag of Coffee!
DESCRIPTION:Taste Like a Pro! \nHave you ever wondered how baristas are able to rattle off incredibly specific descriptors for your coffee? Or how those flavor notes ended up on your bag of coffee? Well\, if so\, this class is for you! In this session we will discuss the basics of sensory analysis\, how to taste like a coffee professional\, and how to describe what you experience. We will also get a chance to participate in a coffee cupping\, which is the process that coffee pros use to analyze a coffee. Come ready to drink lots of coffee! \nEach ticket includes a FREE bag of Opo Upside beans! \nMaximum Class Size: 8 students \nInstructor: Joel Ballard\, Opo Barista & Authorized SCA Trainer
URL:https://opocoffee.com/event/free-bag-of-coffee-2/
LOCATION:Opo Coffee Training Lab\, 314 E. Howard Street\, Decatur\, GA\, 30030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffee Tasting
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SUMMARY:Latte Art Basics
DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re just getting started as a barista\, have an espresso machine at home\, or simply want to learn latte art technique for fun\, this hands-on class is a great introduction to basic latte art. You’ll get direct instruction and practice using commercial or home espresso equipment to get one step better in pouring latte art – whether that’s starting with a simple heart\, or improving technique for more consistent milk texture for your more advanced pours. No previous experience required. \nMaximum Class Size: 6 students \nInstructor: Joel Ballard\, Opo Barista & Authorized SCA Trainer
URL:https://opocoffee.com/event/latte-art-basics-113/
LOCATION:Opo Coffee Training Lab\, 314 E. Howard Street\, Decatur\, GA\, 30030\, United States
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