# Event Details - **Event Name**: What is Specialty (and why do I care)? - March 4, 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 04 Mar, 2026 at 01:00 pm – Wed, 04 Mar, 2026 at 03:00 pm - **Event Description**: This course is a part of Blueprint Coffee's curriculum for developing an understanding of specialty coffee and our role within it.About this EventWhether you're a seasoned barista, a cafe regular, or someone just curious about coffee, this class is an invitation to explore and delve deeper into what makes specialty coffee different from the commodity market and why that difference matters on multiple levels of the supply chain.We begin with the core values that shape Blueprint’s approach to specialty coffee: intentionality, transparency, quality, and care. From there, we’ll follow the journey of coffee from farm to roastery to coffee bar, exploring what makes it “special” at each step and the communities it affects.You will engage in thoughtful discussions around customer experience, service, the role of the barista and all the steps that need to happen before the coffee that we love even gets to us. This will lead us into a closer look at the economics of coffee—how pricing affects producers, cafes, and workers—and give space for discussion on what a sustainable future in coffee could look like, whether as a career or a consumer choice. We’ll share real-life scenarios from behind the bar and as professionals in the industry. We as a company try to explore these dynamics with understanding, professionalism, and most importantly purpose. You'll also learn how the Specialty Coffee industry is fostering inclusive and respectful environments up and down the supply chain, emphasizing dialogue among customers, producers, and communities, while evolving in response to social, economic, and environmental challenges.This will lead us into a closer look at the economics of coffee and give space for honest reflection on what a sustainable future in coffee could look like, whether as a career or a consumer choice. This class is about connecting all aspects of the coffee industry and understanding how your role and your choices matter in shaping a more equitable and intentional coffee industry. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/st-louis/what-is-specialty-and-why-do-i-care-march-4-2026/100001981433583186 - **Event Categories**: workshops - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 81.88, max: 81.88, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: St. Louis - **state**: MO - **country**: United States - **location**: 1600 S 39th St - **lat**: 38.6190964 - **long**: -90.2441518 - **full address**: 1600 S 39th St, 1600 South 39th Street, St. Louis, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: What is Specialty (and why do I care)? - March 4, 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/e67fc1c741def29d5315299058cf9011dc739e15e7142a547d4cfaf1582ab5b2-rimg-w1200-h800-dcdcdad6-gmir.jpg?v=1769347278 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is What is Specialty (and why do I care)? - March 4, 2026 being held? - **A:** What is Specialty (and why do I care)? - March 4, 2026 takes place on Wed, 04 Mar, 2026 at 01:00 pm to Wed, 04 Mar, 2026 at 03:00 pm at 1600 S 39th St, 1600 South 39th Street, St. Louis, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for What is Specialty (and why do I care)? - March 4, 2026? - **A:** Tickets for What is Specialty (and why do I care)? - March 4, 2026 are priced at USD 82 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityWhat is Specialty? - March 4, 2026USD 82 + USD 7 feeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing What is Specialty (and why do I care)? - March 4, 2026? - **A:** What is Specialty (and why do I care)? - March 4, 2026 is organized by Blueprint Coffee. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** What is Specialty (and why do I care)? - March 4, 2026 is ideal for learners, working professionals, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in St. Louis, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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