Introduction to coffee:
Varieties of coffee beans and their characteristics
Coffee growing regions and their impact on flavor
Different processing methods
Roasting techniques and their influence on taste
Understanding the profiles of coffee beans
Identification of flavor notes and aromas
Developing the palate
Preparation techniques:
Coffee brewing methods
Adjustment of grinding and water temperature
Coffee tasting techniques:
Tasting the differences between preparation methods
Pairing Specialty Coffee with savory - challenges and innovations
Pairing Specialty Coffee with dessert
Wine basics:
Types of wines and varieties of grapes
Wine regions and their impact on flavor
Understanding wine labels
Matching principles:
Matching wine to food based on flavor profiles
Balancing acidity, tannins and sweetness
Common matching mistakes to avoid
Wine tasting techniques:
Evaluate the appearance, aroma and taste of wine
Develop a wine tasting vocabulary
Recognizing different styles of wine
Food and wine pairing:
Tasting various wines with different foods
Exploring complementary and contrasting pairings
Varieties and styles of beer:
Understand the different types of beer (ale, lager, stout, etc.).
Craft beer and mass-produced beer
Beer ingredients and brewing process:
Beer components (malt, hops, yeast, water)
Stages of the brewing process
Impact of brewing techniques on flavor
Beer tasting techniques:
Evaluation of beer appearance, aroma and flavor
Identify off-flavors and their causes
Developing the palate for beer tasting
Beer and food pairing:
Tasting different styles of beer with various dishes
Principles of beer and food pairing
Create balanced and pleasing combinations
Introduction to mixology:
History of cocktails and mixology
Essential tools and techniques for the bar
Recognizing a well-balanced cocktail
Understanding of flavor profiles:
The different types of alcohol and their characteristics
Syrups, bitters and other cocktail ingredients
Creating balanced flavor profiles in cocktails
Cocktail and food pairing:
Pair cocktails with different appetizers and dishes
Exploring complementary and contrasting flavors
Designing a signature cocktail and food pairing