1 Hour 30 Min
Public Class | $35 Per Person
Private Class | $65 Per Person
Join Chris Brooks, Co-founder of Coalescence Coffee Company, in Norfolk for our immersive Seed to Cup experience. Public sessions are held the third Saturday of each month, with private workshops available by request based on availability. Explore coffee’s journey from origin to extraction while learning to brew, taste, and evaluate flavor like a pro. Guided tastings included.
Every cup of coffee tells a story of where it comes from and how it was crafted.
The journey coffee takes from farm to cup is shaped by many hands and processes. In this class, you’ll explore coffee’s global origins, processing methods, roasting fundamentals, and the science of brewing. Learn how each stage influences flavor, aroma, and overall cup quality.
Through guided tastings of seasonal coffees, you’ll learn how to identify flavor notes, understand origin characteristics, and evaluate balance and body. You’ll also gain practical brewing insights that help you better appreciate and prepare specialty coffee at home.
Whether you’re new to specialty coffee or looking to deepen your understanding, this class provides a complete foundation in coffee education, tasting, and brewing principles.
Perfect for curious beginners, coffee lovers, and anyone interested in learning more about coffee’s global journey and the craft behind great flavor.
Meet Your Instructor
Chris Brooks, Co-Founder of Coalescence Coffee Company, brings over 25 years of specialty coffee experience and a passion for helping people brew better coffee at home. His teaching focuses on practical technique, extraction fundamentals, and building confidence behind every cup.
Speciality Pricing
Book a private, invite-only coffee class designed entirely around your group. With personalized instruction and a hands-on approach, you’ll gain practical skills while enjoying an exclusive, elevated coffee experience together. Perfect for corporate teams, birthdays, and meaningful celebrations.
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At our core, we are about coffee and community—creating a space where every person who walks through our doors feels welcomed and invited to belong. We believe in creating connection, learning from the people and stories around us, and building relationships with our neighbors. Our space exists to support community groups, offering an open and welcoming environment where local gatherings, ideas, and friendships can grow. Through collaboration, we partner with organizations and individuals both locally and globally, sharing their work and strengthening the impact we can make together. We also provide co-spaces, including event rentals, co-working opportunities, and shared workspace designed to bring people together in meaningful ways. None of this would be possible without core support—the donors and volunteers whose generosity and commitment help sustain our mission and keep our doors open to the community.
We recommend purchasing a gift certificate and booking once your plans are confirmed.
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