Foundational Coffee Roasting Skills

October 17, 2026
Roasting Hub
Roasting & Green Coffee

Foundational Coffee Roasting Skills is a practical workshop designed for aspiring and early-stage roasters who want a clear, working understanding of production roasting. This session covers drum roasting fundamentals including roaster anatomy, batch sizing, installation needs, and capacity planning. Learn about  machine control concepts such as roaster inputs, data logging, and real-time sensory cues.

Attendees will also learn how green coffee sourcing works, from building importer relationships to managing quality and risk. The focus is on real-world decision making and repeatable skills, giving participants the confidence to evaluate equipment, improve consistency, and make smarter roasting and buying choices.

*Additional fee required. Pre-register before it sells out by adding it to your badge online or onsite. Get this class for free by registering for a Gold Pass. Already have a General Admission pass? Email info@coffeefest.com to upgrade.

Note: This session is on the show floor before hall opening. Please wait by the "Meet Here for Education" sign near registration to be escorted past security. 

PRESENTED BY

 

Speakers
Mill City Roasters
Mill City Roasters

Free with Gold Pass?

Yes

Fee

$119

Levels

Beginner Coffee Professional

Language

English

Who is this session for?

Suitable for beginner coffee professionals, especially roasters and green coffee buyers. Ideal for those building foundational skills in production roasting, equipment selection, roast consistency, and green coffee sourcing.