Welcome to the Coffee Learning Community (CLC)

Where Curiosity Meets Craft

At CLC, we believe that coffee is more than just a beverage—it’s a bridge between people, cultures, and possibilities.

Founded with the vision of nurturing a deeper understanding of coffee from seed to cup, the Coffee Learning Community is a space for growers, roasters, baristas, and enthusiasts to connect, share, and grow together. Whether you’re just beginning your journey or seeking to deepen your craft, CLC offers hands-on experiences, expert-led workshops, and collaborative learning opportunities designed to inspire and empower.

Rooted in sustainability, quality, and inclusivity, our community brings together passionate individuals who care deeply about the future of coffee. From soil health to sensory analysis, from fermentation techniques to roasting mastery, every session is crafted to expand knowledge and celebrate the people behind each bean.

Come learn, taste, question, and create with us.
Because great coffee starts with great learning.

Latte Art

3,000.00

This course is for complete beginners who want to start pouring beautiful designs. In this hands-on session you’ll learn the basics of milk steaming (texture and temperature), how to hold the cup and jug, and how pouring height and angle affect the pattern. You will be guided step-by-step through the classic heart and a simple floretta, focusing on control, contrast, and clean lines. By the end of the class, you’ll know how to create silky milk, position your cup correctly, and confidently attempt your first latte art pours on your own.

By request (1.5 hours).

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Espresso Dynamics

5,000.00

Espresso Dynamics is an interactive, demonstration-led training facilitated by an SCA-certified professional barista. This comprehensive 3-hour crash course merges foundational espresso knowledge with milk beverage insights, covering the anatomy of espresso, key variables affecting extraction, practical methods for evaluating shot quality in real time, and core techniques for consistently excellent espresso—including how different post-harvest processing methods influence extraction and flavor in the cup. Participants also observe five core milk-based drinks—Café Latte, Cappuccino, Flat White, Café Cortado, and Espresso Macchiato—learning how differences in espresso ratios, milk texture, and pouring technique shape flavor, balance, and mouthfeel. The format is fast-paced and observational, ideal as an introduction or calibration module for baristas at any level, concluding with an optional intro to the latest specialty coffee tools for precise flavor dialing.

Hands-On Practice: Pulling espresso shots only, not any milk preparation.

 

The booking should be done 24hrs prior to the class for the confirmation .

For enquiry please contact: contact@coffeeideas.in | Phone : +91-0413-2623119 and +91 72008 81291

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Latte Verse

2,000.00

Latte Verse is a 1-hour crash, demonstration-based session focused on foundational milk beverages. Participants explore five core drinks—Café Latte, Cappuccino, Flat White, Café Cortado, and Espresso Macchiato—learning how differences in espresso ratios, milk texture, and pouring technique shape flavor, balance, and mouthfeel. The format is fast-paced and observational, ideal as an introduction or calibration module for baristas at any level.

Hands-On Practice: Not available.

The booking should be done 24hrs prior to the class for the confirmation .

For enquiry please contact: contact@coffeeideas.in | Phone : +91-0413-2623119 and +91 72008 81291

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Espresso World

3,000.00

Espresso World is a 2-hour crash course designed to build a solid technical foundation in espresso. The session covers the anatomy of espresso, key variables affecting extraction, and practical methods for evaluating shot quality in real time. Participants also learn core techniques and craft skills behind producing consistently excellent espresso, including how different post-harvest processing methods influence extraction and flavor in the cup.

Hands-On Practice: Pulling espresso shots.

The booking should be done 24hrs prior to the class for the confirmation .

For enquiry please contact: contact@coffeeideas.in | Phone : +91-0413-2623119 and +91 72008 81291

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Barista Enhancement : 3-Day Hands-On Training Program

23,500.00
Introduction
This program emphasizes practical learning with espresso machines, grinders, and various manual brewing equipment. Theory is kept minimal, but participants receive a comprehensive PDF to review at home and revisit key concepts covered during the sessions.
Description

Barista Enhancement is a focused three-day hands-on training program designed for beginners and aspiring café owners, building a solid foundation in coffee preparation and customer engagement.

The curriculum thoroughly covers espresso theory and practice, including dialing in the perfect shot, understanding grind size and dosage, and identifying critical factors influencing espresso quality. Milk texturing and frothing skills are included, teaching how to create smooth microfoam and proper steaming techniques essential for quality espresso-based drinks and latte art.

Emphasis is placed on equipment care and maintenance to ensure hygiene and optimal espresso machine performance. Participants master practical espresso recipes and efficient workflow management from grind to cup.

A core element is understanding roast profiles and how varying roasting stages impact flavor and extraction. Precision tools such as micron scales for particle size analysis, refractometers to measure extraction yield, PPM meters to assess water quality, and analysis of particle size distribution are introduced to optimize extraction quality.

The program includes popular manual brewing methods and equipment like Cold Brew, Vacuum Siphon, French Press, Moka Pot, Chemex, V60, and Aeropress, reflecting their growing consumer admiration. Crucially, the training develops baristas’ ability to deeply understand customer preferences, combining historical coffee knowledge with current industry trends to enhance service and foster loyalty. The program equips participants not only with technical expertise but also with customer-centric skills essential for specialty coffee industry success.

Schedule & Booking:

* Sessions run from Monday to Wednesday.

* The course timing is 10:00 AM to 01:00 PM, including a recess, and then 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM.

* Booking is required at least 72 hours in advance to secure your place.

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Effervescent Traditions

2,500.00

A Hands-On Workshop on Fermented Drinks

Naturally fizzy, probiotic-rich, and alive with culture—learn to brew your own wild drinks at home.

This beginner-friendly workshop is all about reconnecting with ancestral microbes and learning to make naturally carbonated, healthful beverages using traditional methods. No commercial yeast, no fancy equipment—just real ingredients, wild starters, and intuitive brewing.

Timing : 10 AM to 12:00 PM. 

What you’ll learn to make:

  • Kombucha – from brewing basics to bottling and flavoring
  • Tepache – a traditional, naturally fermented pineapple drink
  • Ginger Ale & Wild Sodas – crafted with fruit, herbs, and wild starters
  • Wildcrafted Fruit Vinegar – zero-waste, nutrient-rich, and easy to brew.

Learn to Brew Your Own Kombucha at CLC!

Coffee Ideas Workshop
Every Saturday,10:00–12:00

Location: Above the Café to Book

  • Email: admin@coffeeideas.in
  • Call: +91 81486 60246
  • Walk-in: You can also simply arrive 10 minutes early and join the session.
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Barista Essentials Workshop

6,500.00

Barista Essentials is a 4-hour comprehensive crash course combining foundational espresso knowledge with milk beverage insights and hands-on practice. The first 3 hours cover the anatomy of espresso, key variables affecting extraction, practical methods for evaluating shot quality in real time, core techniques for consistently excellent espresso—including how different post-harvest processing methods influence extraction and flavor—and demonstrations of five core milk-based drinks (Café Latte, Cappuccino, Flat White, Café Cortado, and Espresso Macchiato), highlighting differences in espresso ratios, milk texture, and pouring technique for optimal flavor, balance, and mouthfeel.

The final hour provides hands-on practice in milk preparation techniques—such as steaming and texturing milk—and latte art, introducing basic foundations like simple pouring methods, milk steaming for smooth microfoam, and foundational patterns like the heart, with essential steps including controlling pour height and flow, cup angle, and pitcher movement to build confidence in fundamental skills. This course is ideal for keen learners who want to explore the vast universe of espresso in a nutshell or for anyone looking to update and refresh their coffee knowledge.

Hands-On Practice: Last one hour for dedicated latte art.

The booking should be done 24hrs prior to the class for the confirmation .

For enquiry please contact: contact@coffeeideas.in | Phone : +91-0413-2623119 and +91 72008 81291

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Manual Brewing Workshop

5,000.00

Manual Brewing Workshop

This 3-hour manual coffee brewing workshop offers a hands-on exploration of coffee’s history, science, and craft, beginning with its origins in Ethiopia and evolving into modern specialty practices. Participants will learn and practice a range of manual brewing methods—including Cold Brew, French Press, Moka Pot, Chemex, V60, AeroPress, and Vacuum Siphon—while gaining a clear understanding of how key variables such as grind size, water temperature, coffee-to-water ratio, extraction time, and water quality influence flavor and aroma. Through guided tasting and comparison, attendees will develop the ability to identify balanced, under-extracted, and over-extracted brews, equipping them with the practical skills and sensory awareness needed to brew better coffee at home or professionally.

Timing: 8:15 am to 11:15 am, every Saturday. 

The booking should be done 24hrs prior to the class for the confirmation

For enquiry please contact: contact@coffeeideas.in | Phone : +91-0413-2623119 and +91 72008 81291.

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Foundations of Roasting

75,000.00

 A five-day program for those who want to explore the science relating to a raw seed transforming into a brown bean capable of creating a myriad of aromatic molecules and a delicious cup of coffee.

*rates include 18% GST, but do not include food and lodging.

for enquiry please contact: contact@coffeeideas.in | Phone : +91-0413-2623119 and +91 72008 81291

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Molecular Coffee: A Master Class

40,000.00
Dear progressive coffee planters,

We are preparing for the upcoming workshop on Molecular coffee.
This program will widen your perspective and knowledge about the key elements needed to produce high-scoring, outstanding coffees, consistently – year after year.

The program consist in 4 master classes of 1:30 hours each via GoogleMeet from 6 pm to 8:30 pm – Through Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.

Each class will cover one module:

1 – Water and sanitation
2- Harvest and microbiology
3- Fermentation techniques and bioreactor
4- Controlled drying

for enquiry please contact: contact@coffeeideas.in | Phone : +91-0413-2623119 and +91 72008 81291

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Introduction to Indian Coffee by Deepan

6,000.00

The Coffee Learning Community Presents:

(Certified SCA Barista)

Learn how coffee came to India, where it grows, and how to brew it to perfection at home with 5 hours of theory and practice.

Dates: Every Friday from 10.00 am to 01.00 pm / 03.00 pm to 05.00 pm

The booking should be done 24hrs prior to the class for the confirmation

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Foundations of Specialty Coffee

37,500.00

This is a holistic introduction to the world of specialty coffee,
exploring it’s many aspects, rather than solely the final product.
We will be tasting and exploring some of the best international and Indian coffees during this week!
Classes will take place from 10am-1pm and 3pm-5pm.
5 modules, 1 final assessment and five days of everything coffee!
Hope to see you soon in Auroville!

*rates include 18% GST, but do not include food and lodging.

for enquiry please contact: contact@coffeeideas.in | Phone : +91-0413-2623119 and +91 72008 81291

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