Barista Training: Matcha, Tea, and Other Non-Coffee Beverages

March 09, 2027
Tasting Theater (Room 1A02)
Coffee Skills Series

Customizing and crafting trending non-coffee beverages is a 1.5-hour theory and tasting class covering the essentials of offering non-coffee (tea!) based beverages.

This class is designed to enhance the skills and knowledge behind making hot and iced tea-based beverages. We will cover tea basics looking at black, green and herbal teas before diving into well-known chai and the exploding world of matcha. 

Topics Covered: 

  • The differences and similarities between black, green and herbal teas
  • What makes quality tea?
  • Tea lattes with a focus on matcha
  • What makes quality matcha and how will we make it?
  • Tea-based beverage customization and preparation and trends

This session includes theory, demonstrations, and guided tastings. 

*Additional fee required. Pre-register before it sells out by adding it to your badge online or onsite. 

PRESENTED BY

   

Speakers
Two Leaves and a Bud
Two Leaves and a Bud
Jen Okeson
Jen Okeson, VP of Sales - Two Leaves and a Bud

Free with Gold Pass?

NO

Fee

$129

Levels

Suitable For All Experience Levels

Language

English

Who is this session for?

Suitable for all experience levels, especially baristas and cafe owners. Ideal for those interested in crafting and customizing non-coffee beverages, focusing on tea-based drink building, steaming, and preparation techniques.