Bliss Coffee Lounge: Barista Foundations Workshop

Master the art of espresso, milk, and matcha in an intimate, hands-on training designed for coffee lovers, aspiring baristas, and entrepreneurs.

We’re excited to offer this focused 2-hour experience during off-hours, so you can learn in a calm, uninterrupted environment inside Bliss Coffee Lounge.

• Duration: 2 Hours
• Price: $165 per person
• Location: Bliss Coffee Lounge
• Scheduled during off-hours for a focused, immersive experience

This workshop covers both technical foundations and real-world application:

☕ Espresso Basics

• Dial-in theory
• Pulling balanced espresso shots

🥛 Milk Texturing & Latte Fundamentals

• Proper steaming technique
• Texture control
• Latte building basics

🍵 Matcha Preparation

• Proper whisking technique
• Matcha latte builds

📊 Drink Structure

• Ratios
• Dilution control
• Building consistency

🍯 Recipe Balancing

• Sweetness
• Texture
• Flavor balance

⚡ Workflow Efficiency Overview

• Bar flow basics
• Station setup logic

💬 Tailored Q&A Session
Ask questions specific to:

• Your home setup
• Starting a coffee business
• Improving café performance

🎁 Bonus:
Each attendee receives 1 bag of our house beans to take home.

$65 Add-On: Operational Shadow Session

Observe real-time workflow and service structure during operational hours.
See how drinks are executed efficiently while maintaining quality and guest experience.

Perfect for:

• Future café owners
• Team leads
• Those wanting deeper insight into real service flow

• Coffee enthusiasts
• Aspiring baristas
• Small business owners
• Future café operators
• Anyone who wants to elevate their coffee knowledge.
• *Please Note

This workshop is capped at five (5) attendees per session to preserve the integrity, quality, and immersive nature of the experience. Once capacity is reached, registration will close.

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