Workshop Description: This hands-on workshop is designed for baristas and coffee professionals who want to strengthen their technical understanding of espresso and milk synergy and develop their latte art skills.
This workshop first touches on proper espresso brewing and extraction quality. Participants will learn how minor adjustments can elevate the final cup and create a solid foundation for milk integration.
We'll then shift to focus on milk techniques—from proper steaming and texturing to pour control and integration with espresso. Attendees will practice achieving harmony between the structure of the espresso shot and the texture of the milk for smooth, balanced results.
By the end of the session, participants will leave with a better understanding of espresso variables, milk chemistry, and latte art pouring fundamentals, empowering them to create consistent, high-quality, beautiful beverages with confidence.
Learning Objectives:
1. Demystify espresso extraction by identifying how variables affect balance, flavor, and consistency in pouring into the cup.
2. Master the craft of milk texturing, learning how to create silky micro-foam and achieve the ideal temperature and texture for seamless integration with espresso.
3. Refine pour control and technique, discovering how movement, flow, and timing shape both latte art presentation and flavor synergy.
4. Combine science and craft to design espresso-based beverages that are visually striking, technically sound, and consistently delicious
Note: For the best hands-on experience, we group attendees into small breakout teams according to their self-assessed skill level. This way, you practice with peers at a similar stage and receive targeted guidance and feedback from the supporting instructors.
Date: Sunday, April 12, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Room Number: 32 AB
Category: Espresso
REGISTRATION FEES:
EARLY BIRD Regular* - $250
EARLY BIRD Paid Member* - $210
Regular - $275
Paid Member - $230
*Early Bird pricing ends March 1, 2026
Booking: To book your place in this Workshop, head to the World of Coffee San Diego Registration & Booking Portal and add a session to your order. Already registered? Simply login using the credentials created at purchase to access your booking and add other paid events to your badge.
Instructor
Nicole Rosaly