Brew ‘en Casa’: Mastering Espresso at Home
- ALL AGES
Learn to dial in espresso like a pro at home! Perfect for beginners, machine owners, or anyone curious about pulling great shots.
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Broken Compass Coffee Roasters
300 McGill Avenue Northwest Concord, NC 28027Refund Policy
About this event
- Free venue parking
Learn to Make Café-Quality Espresso—Right from Home
At Broken Compass Coffee Roasters, we believe great coffee should be both approachable and exciting—especially when it comes to espresso. Whether you already have a machine, are shopping for one, or simply want to learn how to dial in like a pro, this class is built for you.
What You’ll Learn:
- Espresso Basics: Understand espresso theory, ratios, and what actually makes a good shot.
- Dialing In: Learn how to adjust grind, dose, time, and yield to get the taste you want.
- Tasting & Troubleshooting: Identify under/over-extraction and fix common espresso mistakes.
- Hands-On Practice: Work directly with our espresso setup to pull, taste, and adjust your own shots.
Who Is This For?
- Home espresso machine owners who want better results
- Curious beginners thinking of investing in a machine
- Anyone who’s ever been intimidated by espresso and wants to build confidence
What’s Included:
- Freshly roasted Broken Compass Coffee for espresso practice
- Hands-on instruction from our expert team
- A take-home espresso guide with recipes and dialing-in tips
- A free 6oz bag of espresso-roasted coffee to enjoy at home
Limited Spots Available!
This is a small-group, hands-on experience designed to help you build real skills. Come curious and ready to pull some shots—spots will go fast!
Frequently asked questions
Not at all! This class is great whether you already own a machine, are considering one, or just want to learn the fundamentals.
Yes! You’ll have the chance to get hands-on with our espresso setup and pull shots with guided support.
If you’re interested in bringing your own gear, let us know in advance—space is limited, but we’ll do our best to accommodate.
You’ll be using freshly roasted Broken Compass Coffee specifically chosen for espresso—designed to shine in the cup and during practice.
Yes! Everyone will get time at the machine to practice pulling and dialing in their own espresso shots.
You’ll leave with a 6oz bag of espresso-roasted coffee and a printed brew guide to help you keep dialing in at home.
Absolutely. We break things down clearly and meet you wherever you are—whether you’re brand new or looking to up your game.
This class focuses on dialing in espresso. We’ll briefly touch on milk if there’s time, but a separate milk & latte art class is coming soon!
Plan for about 90 minutes, including instruction, demos, and hands-on practice.
Life happens! Let us know at least 48 hours before the event and we’ll work with you to reschedule or refund.