Whether you’re planning to set up a business or you want to acquire a new skill, Coffee University classes by the Philippine Coffee Board and Commune can help indulge the coffee geek in you!

Hands-on Pocket Classes January - February 2023 Update

  1. Coffee Concoctions with Vanessa Caceres


    Develop new drinks by learning different brewing methods. In this class, we’ll study the most popular coffee drinks and their recipes so you can get familiar with them and keep up with current coffee trends.

    WHERE: Commune Cafe+Bar, 36 Polaris St., Poblacion, Makati City

      January 13, 10-12pm
      January 27, 10-12pm
      February 3, 10-12pm
      February 17, 10-12pm
      February 24, 10-12pm

    *inclusive of digital certificate

  2. 3D Latte Art with Adrian Bersaba


    Making coffee is art itself, but our baristas have so much more to offer when it comes to the artistic aspect of making coffee. Craft your own 3D latte art designs using milk foam in your cup of joe with Commune’s barista, Adrian Bersaba.

    WHERE: Commune Cafe+Bar, 36 Polaris St., Poblacion, Makati City

      January 14, 11:30-12:30pm
      January 21, 11:30-12:30pm
      January 28, 11:30-12:30pm
      February 4, 11:30-12:30pm
      February 18, 11:30-12:30pm

    *inclusive of digital certificate

  3. Basic Latte Art with Vanessa Caceres


    This class covers introduction to latte art, a discussion of tools and equipment needed, milk steaming and texturing techniques, pouring mechanics, and how to pour the most popular latte art designs — heart, stacked tulip, rosetta and slowsetta.

      January 18, 12-2pm
      January 25, 12-2pm
      February 1, 12-2pm
      February 8, 12-2pm
      February 10, 12-2pm
      February 15, 12-2pm
      February 22, 12-2pm

    Duration: 2 hrs
    *inclusive of digital certificate

  4. Etching & Color Latte Art with Adrian Bersaba


    Unleash your creativity by learning how to etch latte art. This technique is considered the simplest of latte art techniques that only involves ‘engraving’ or drawing on the surface of the finished drink with tools and syrups.

    WHERE: Commune Cafe+Bar, 36 Polaris St., Poblacion, Makati City

      January 14, 10-11am
      January 21, 10-11am
      January 28, 10-11am
      February 4, 10-11am
      February 18, 10-11am

    *inclusive of digital certificate and voucher

Hands-on Intensive Classes January - February 2023 Update

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    Advanced Barista Course with Vanessa Caceres


    Learn the techniques of grinding, dosing and tamping to achieve perfect espresso extraction and milk texturing. This is a continued barista skill training including milk steaming and manual brewing.

    PREREQUISITE: Basic Barista
    WHERE: Commune Cafe+Bar, 36 Polaris St., Poblacion, Makati City
    Duration: 2 hrs

      TBA

    *inclusive of digital certificate and voucher

  2. Hands-on Home Brewing with Vanessa Caceres


    A brief overview of six manual coffee preparation methods, including some quick tips, as a starting point to help you select your preferred method of infusion, from pour over/drip, plunger/pressed, percolate to vacuum. For home brewers, baristas, cafe managers, and owners who want to learn more about the fundamentals of manual brewing specialty coffee. Bring your own coffee gadgets if you wish.

    WHERE: Commune Cafe+Bar, 36 Polaris St., Poblacion, Makati City
    Duration: 2 hrs

      January 10, 10-12 pm
      January 31, 10-12pm
      February 21, 10- 12pm
      February 28, 10-12pm

    *inclusive of digital certificate and voucher

  3. Basic Barista with Vanessa Caceres


    This course covers the seed to cup chain (history, theoretical, botanical, processing, and varieties of coffee). Includes hands-on experience on how to properly operate an espresso machine

    WHERE: Commune Cafe+Bar, 36 Polaris St., Poblacion, Makati City
    Duration: 2 hrs

      January 18, 9-11am
      January 25, 9-11am
      February 1, 9-11am
      February 8, 9-11am
      February 10, 9-11am
      February 15, 9-11am
      February 22, 9-11am

    *inclusive of digital certificate and voucher

  4. Advanced Latte Art with Vanessa Caceres


    This class is designed for coffee professionals and home enthusiasts looking to learn more about latte art. This class covers introduction to latte art, a discussion of tools and equipment needed, milk steaming and texturing techniques, pouring mechanics, and how to pour the most popular latte art designs — heart, tulip, and rosetta.

    WHERE: Commune Cafe+Bar, 36 Polaris St., Poblacion, Makati City
    Duration: 2 hrs

      NOT YET AVAILABE

    *inclusive of digital certificate and voucher

Online Pocket Classes Currently not available

  1. ONLINE: Basic Latte Art with Vanessa Caceres


    Duration: 2 hrs

      NOT YET AVAIALBLE

    *inclusive of digital certificate

  2. ONLINE: Basic Barista with Vanessa Caceres


    This course covers the seed to cup chain (history, theoretical, botanical, processing, and varieties of coffee). Includes hands-on experience on how to properly operate an espresso machine

    Duration: 2 hrs

      Currently not available

    *inclusive of digital certificate

  3. ONLINE: Home Brewing with Rosario Juan


    A brief overview of six manual coffee preparation methods via Zoom, including some quick tips, as a starting point to help you select your preferred method of infusion, from pour over/drip, plunger/pressed, percolate to vacuum. For home brewers, baristas, cafe managers, and owners who want to learn more about the fundamentals of manual brewing specialty coffee.

     CURRENTLY NOT AVAILABLE

    *inclusive of digital certificate

  4. ONLINE: Starting A Coffee Business with Rosario Juan


    Rosario Juan, CEO of Commune and an advocate of #PhilippineCoffee, will share her knowledge and experiences online on how to start your own coffee business. Tips on what works in specific locations will also be discussed plus recommendations on what equipment to buy and where to buy coffee.

      CURRENTLY NOT AVAILABLE

    *inclusive of digital certificate

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    Introduction to Cupping with Rosario Juan and Vanessa Caceres


    Experience the basics of coffee cupping and learn how the variables surrounding coffee — terroir, post-harvest processing, roasting, etc. — contribute to the flavor profiles of coffee and how to make use of your sense of smell and taste these nuances during cupping.

    This is an online experiential workshop designed for beginners, enthusiasts and those getting their feet wet in the world of coffee.

      CURRENTLY NOT AVAILABLE

    *inclusive of digital certificate

  6. ONLINE: Coffee 101 by Rosario Juan


    This is an INTRODUCTORY course that will be held via Zoom.

    There is a science to coffee that is constantly evolving and growing in knowledge. In this course, you will learn about coffee’s journey from seed to cup, the different coffee varieties and what makes each kind of coffee distinct. Expand your coffee vocabulary and understand the jargon — single origin, post-harvest processing, roast levels and grind types.

      CURRENTLY NOT AVAILABLE

    *inclusive of digital certificate