An overview of our workshops, training courses, programmes and events.
Coffee is complex, vibrant, and full of possibilities. To truly understand it, you need more than just experience:
you need in-depth knowledge, hands-on practice, sensory confidence, and the opportunity to exchange ideas with people who view coffee from different perspectives.
At Coffee Consulate, you’ll find workshops, continuing education courses, training programs, and events designed specifically for this purpose. Whether you’re taking your first professional steps in the world of coffee, looking to deepen your knowledge in specific areas, sharpening your sensory skills, gaining a better understanding of roast profiles, mastering brewing techniques with greater confidence, or seeking new ideas for your business—here, scientific principles are combined with practical application.
Our events are designed for baristas, roasters, entrepreneurs, technicians, developers, trainers, and managers, as well as anyone who wants to experience coffee with greater awareness, precision, and enthusiasm. In a pleasant learning environment, you’ll work with experienced specialists, utilizing modern training rooms, cupping sessions, hands-on stations, and a teaching and research roastery.
From one-day workshops to multi-day training programs, from industry-specific gatherings to certified professional development courses: Every event offers you the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of coffee, assess quality more effectively, and apply what you’ve learned directly in your own practice. This creates knowledge that not only informs but also shapes decisions — in the cup, in the workplace, and throughout the entire value chain.
Discover the upcoming dates and find the event that aligns with your goals.
September
07.09. - 12.09.2026 (English)
Average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
The CoffeeConnoisseurEducation covers the areas of coffee sensory, cup tasting and aroma science. It also provides knowledge about coffee cultivation and processing, coffee botany, as well as the basics of coffee preparation. The CoffeeConnoisseur gains the theoretical knowledge of the coffee chain, without going much deeper into the areas of hands-on barista or roaster activities. The CoffeeConnoisseur can, therefore, liaise between all the production and preparation issues throughout the coffee chain and provide guidance in sensory aspects. This 6-day education program may be part of the CoffeologistEducation and includes a written exam. You will become a certified Coffee Connoisseur upon passing the exam and will be credited towards the Coffeologist Certification if you wish to obtain it by completing, also, the CoffeeCraftsmanEducation. This will be an international recognition as your name will be listed on Coffee Consulate’s Board of Coffee Alumni, which indicates that you are scientifically trained to be fit for potential coffee-related careers, namely coffee technicians, roasters, developers, trainers and executives throughout the coffee industry.The CoffeeConnoisseurEducation includes 6 Single-Day-Workshops: Day 1, Monday: CoffeeProduction Day 2, Tuesday: CoffeeTaxonomy Day 3, Wednesday: CoffeeProvenances Day 4, Thursday: CoffeeSensors Day 5, Friday: Cuptasting Day 6, Saturday: CoffeeAromas
14.09. - 19.09.2026 (English)
High coffee quality can only be achieved through an in-depth understanding of the entire coffee value chain. Following the model of sommeliers and oenologists, we have developed a course for coffeologists to be representatives of the entire "bean-to-cup" process, whose knowledge and field of activity extends beyond that of a standard barista. The CoffeologistEducation uses a scientific approach to deliver intense knowledge of the cultivation, processing, botany, defects and their causes, sensors, cuptasting and coffee aromas as well as the fundamentals of barista work, roasting and management of coffee shops. The CoffeologistEducation is aimed at coffee technicians, roasters, developers, trainers and managers throughout the coffee industry.The CoffeologistEducation includes 12 Single-Day-Workshops: Day 1, Monday: CoffeeProduction Day 2, Tuesday: CoffeeTaxonomy Day 3, Wednesday: CoffeeProvenances Day 4, Thursday: CoffeeSensors Day 5, Friday: Cuptasting Day 6, Saturday: CoffeeAromas Day 7, Monday: RoastProfiles Day 8, Tuesday: CoffeeRoasting Day 9, Wednesday: EspressoRoasting Day 10, Thursday: CoffeeBlending Day 11, Friday: CoffeeClassification Day 12, Friday: RoasteryBasics
October
14.10.2026 (German & English)
The Roasters' Round Table is a regular event for coffee roasters and industry experts. It provides an open platform for professional exchange, joint tasting of new coffees and discussions on current topics in the roasting and coffee industry.In a collegial atmosphere, roasters of various sizes come together to share their experiences, discuss challenges and gain new inspiration for their work. Each Stammtisch is dedicated to a central topic, which is explored in depth through presentations, expert contributions or cuppings. The focus is on technological developments as well as economic and sensory aspects of roasting. A special feature of the Rösterstammtisch is the open discussion among peers. Whether it's new green coffees, changing market conditions, innovative roasting profiles or business management issues, the event provides a space for questions, ideas and practical solutions. The format is aimed at professional roasters who want to develop their skills, expand their network and benefit from the experience of others. The meetings are interactive, practical and promote direct dialogue within the roasting community.Participation in the Roasters' Round Table is usually free of charge, but registration is recommended.
November
02.11. - 07.11.2026 (English)
The CoffeeCraftsmanEducation covers the areas of barista activities, the preparation of espresso, cappuccino (with latte art) and coffee drinks, as well as providing knowledge about the basics of roasting and the operation of coffee bars. The CoffeeCraftsman entails the practical skills and knowledge of the coffee chain, without going much deeper into the areas of sensory. The CoffeeCraftsman can, therefore, communicate to all barista and operating activities of the coffee chain and guarantee consistent operations and quality. This 6-day education program may be part of the CoffeologistEducation and includes a practical exam. You will become a certified Coffee Craftsman upon passing the exam and will be credited towards the Coffeologist Certification if you wish to obtain it by completing, also, the CoffeeConnoisseurEducation. This will be an international recognition as your name will be listed on Coffee Consulate’s Board of Coffee Alumni, which indicates that you are scientifically trained to be fit for potential coffee-related careers, namely baristas, shop managers, developers, trainers and marketing executives throughout the coffee industry.The CoffeeCraftsman Education consits of 6 workshop days: Day 1, Monday: CoffeePreparation Day 2, Tuesday: Espresso Day 3, Wednesday: LatteArtPouring Day 4, Thursday: CoffeeDrinks Day 5, Friday: CoffeeBarBasics Day 6, Saturday: RoastBasics
October
14.10.2026 (German & English)
The Roasters' Round Table is a regular event for coffee roasters and industry experts. It provides an open platform for professional exchange, joint tasting of new coffees and discussions on current topics in the roasting and coffee industry.In a collegial atmosphere, roasters of various sizes come together to share their experiences, discuss challenges and gain new inspiration for their work. Each Stammtisch is dedicated to a central topic, which is explored in depth through presentations, expert contributions or cuppings. The focus is on technological developments as well as economic and sensory aspects of roasting. A special feature of the Rösterstammtisch is the open discussion among peers. Whether it's new green coffees, changing market conditions, innovative roasting profiles or business management issues, the event provides a space for questions, ideas and practical solutions. The format is aimed at professional roasters who want to develop their skills, expand their network and benefit from the experience of others. The meetings are interactive, practical and promote direct dialogue within the roasting community.Participation in the Roasters' Round Table is usually free of charge, but registration is recommended.
November
02.11. - 07.11.2026 (English)
The CoffeeCraftsmanEducation covers the areas of barista activities, the preparation of espresso, cappuccino (with latte art) and coffee drinks, as well as providing knowledge about the basics of roasting and the operation of coffee bars. The CoffeeCraftsman entails the practical skills and knowledge of the coffee chain, without going much deeper into the areas of sensory. The CoffeeCraftsman can, therefore, communicate to all barista and operating activities of the coffee chain and guarantee consistent operations and quality. This 6-day education program may be part of the CoffeologistEducation and includes a practical exam. You will become a certified Coffee Craftsman upon passing the exam and will be credited towards the Coffeologist Certification if you wish to obtain it by completing, also, the CoffeeConnoisseurEducation. This will be an international recognition as your name will be listed on Coffee Consulate’s Board of Coffee Alumni, which indicates that you are scientifically trained to be fit for potential coffee-related careers, namely baristas, shop managers, developers, trainers and marketing executives throughout the coffee industry.The CoffeeCraftsman Education consits of 6 workshop days: Day 1, Monday: CoffeePreparation Day 2, Tuesday: Espresso Day 3, Wednesday: LatteArtPouring Day 4, Thursday: CoffeeDrinks Day 5, Friday: CoffeeBarBasics Day 6, Saturday: RoastBasics