Home Barista Course Level 1 - Introduction

Experience barista craftsmanship in Dinslaken: Your barista course in the Ruhr Valley

In our Kaffeemacher Academy on the edge of the Ruhr Valley (NRW), it's all about hands-on practice with the espresso machine. In this beginner barista course, you'll learn the craft from the ground up: we'll adjust the coffee grinder together, optimize espresso extraction, and practice proper milk frothing for the perfect cappuccino.

You have the choice: bring your own espresso machine and grinder to the workshop to calibrate your home setup perfectly, or work with our professional equipment on-site in Dinslaken. Practical theory sessions and an introduction to the world of latte art round out this barista seminar. You'll learn not just how to make the perfect espresso, but also understand the technique behind it.

Course details

Course fee: 300 €

Times: see above (doors open 20 minutes before course start)

Location: Kaffeemacher:innen Academy, Otto-Lilienthal-Str. 13, 46539 Dinslaken

Included: Lunch, course materials, and diploma

Instructor: Andrea Leandro Perin or Moritz Hohlmann

Course language: German

Required prior knowledge: None

Maximum participants: 10 people

The course fee applies per participant.

This course is also offered at our Swiss Academy in Basel.

Your foundation for perfect espresso

Bring the café feeling home! In our basic course, it's all about the craft of working with the espresso machine. Whether you bring your own equipment or learn on our machines: we'll show you how to unlock the full potential of every bean.

Here's what awaits you in practice:

Precision at the grinder: Learn to set the grind size perfectly.

The extraction: Together we'll master the correct beverage ratio for the perfect espresso.

Milk craft: Dive into the world of perfect milk foam for creamy cappuccinos and first attempts at latte art.

Your workstation: All tools and more are ready and waiting at your prepared barista station.

Knowledge that goes deeper: Coffee is a complex natural product – let's look behind the scenes together:

Bean knowledge & varieties: We discuss the details and special characteristics of the most important and widely distributed coffee varieties. This way you'll understand what role genetics play in flavor.

Roasting theory & philosophy: We examine theoretically what changes flavor-wise in the bean during the roasting process and what different roasting philosophies exist (and how these influence your result in the cup).

The element water: An often underestimated factor! We discuss why water quality determines victory or defeat in the cup.

Freshness & quality: You'll learn what really indicates fresh coffee and how to properly interpret the information on packaging.

Sensory (cupping): In a shared tasting of coffees from around the world, we sharpen your senses so you know exactly what you really enjoy.

The tech check (exclusive with us): We don't leave you alone with your technique. We check the offset setting (temperature) of your brought machine with you and adjust it if possible right away, so your setup at home is perfectly calibrated.

Do I need to be a pro already?

Not at all! For the Home Barista Level 1 course, you don't need any prior knowledge. We'll meet you exactly where you are and guide you step by step into the world of espresso.

Your equipment or ours?

You have the choice: feel free to bring your own machine or grinder to get the most out of your home setup. If you don't (yet) have your own equipment or would simply like to try something new, we provide everything at the Academy. All tools and materials are already ready for you at your prepared barista station, so you can fully focus on the craft.

Instructor

Andrea Leandro Perin

has worked as a barista for several years, knows different coffee and restaurant concepts from personal experience, and in recent years has trained many service staff as a trainer. He knows many home machines from the technical side to perfect extractions. At Kaffeemacher:innen, he is an instructor for home barista and barista courses.

Moritz Hohlmann

From wood to coffee: Moritz is a master carpenter and the "maker" behind many projects at Kaffeemacher:innen DE. Since 2023, he not only heads our shipping and in-house workshop, but also stands as the head of the Academy in Dinslaken for quality and technical know-how. When he's not maintaining machines or optimizing processes, you'll find him as an instructor in the Academy. There he shares his knowledge about perfect extraction and the mechanics behind it in the Home Barista 1 and Short & Strong courses.