Coffee Workshops!

Kyuukei Coffee Workshop Your invitation to slow down, sip deeply, and level up your coffee game.

At Kyuukei, we believe the best coffee moments start with curiosity. Our hands-on workshops are small (max 10 guests), relaxed, and held in the calm of our Gillman Outpost space—think minimalist Zen vibes, gentle natural light, and zero rush. You’ll leave with new skills, tasting notes, and a little bag of beans to practise at home. All workshops include plenty of coffee, light bites, and good conversation.

Choose your adventure:

Coffee Appreciation Introduction to Origin, Cupping, Sensory & Processing Ever wondered why a bean from Ethiopia tastes like blueberries and jasmine while one from Colombia bursts with lychee and peach? This 2-hour session is your gentle entry into the world of specialty coffee. We’ll explore single origins side-by-side, learn professional cupping techniques (slurping encouraged!), sharpen your sensory skills, and unpack how processing methods shape flavour. Perfect for curious beginners or anyone who wants to taste coffee with new eyes. No prior experience needed—just an open mind and empty cup.

Brewing Basics The simplest way to make seriously good coffee at home You don’t need fancy gear or a barista degree to brew coffee that makes you go “wow” every morning. In this 2-hour workshop we strip everything back to the essentials: grind size, water temperature, ratios, and timing. You’ll learn to brew with a kettle and dripper, and walk away knowing exactly how to replicate your favourite cup at home—whether you own a $30 dripper or a $300 kettle. Bring your daily struggles; we’ll solve them together.

Espresso Clinic Hands-on help dialing in perfect shots Home espresso can feel like rocket science—one day it’s god-shot silky, the next it’s sour or bitter. This 2.5-hour clinic is your personal troubleshooting session. Bring your machine details (or photos) and we’ll guide you through grind adjustment, dose, yield, pressure, and extraction timing. You’ll pull shots on our machines, taste the results instantly, and leave with a clear, repeatable recipe tailored to your setup. Ideal for anyone with a home espresso machine who wants consistency without the guesswork.

Latte Art Basics Learn to pour hearts, tulips, and rosettas like a pro Turn your daily latte into Instagram gold. In this super fun 2-hour session we’ll cover milk steaming basics (texture is everything!), free-pouring fundamentals, and step-by-step guidance on classic patterns: heart, tulip, rosetta, and a playful swan if time allows. No prior espresso experience required—we’ll use our machines and you’ll get endless practice milk. Expect laughs, spills, and that magical “I did it!” moment when your first heart appears. Perfect for home baristas who want to impress friends (or just make mornings prettier).