Culinary Enthusiasts of NYC

*Paid Event* ($95 per guest)
*Take 10% off your 1st booking (use code MEETUP at checkout)
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in-person ⬝ hands-on

Join Suyog Mody and Anu Menon, co-founders of Driftaway Coffee, as you learn the foundations of manual brewing to craft the perfect cup of coffee.

From grind size and water temperature to pouring techniques and timing, you’ll learn it all while taking in the bright and airy ambiance as you sit at Driftaway Coffee’s counter.

This hands-on class covers everything from choosing the right coffee and mastering pour-over tools to tasting like a pro and avoiding common pitfalls.

Throughout the class, you’ll also get to learn more about what inspired Driftaway Coffee’s conception as Suyog and harp on the importance they place on prioritizing working with women-owned and minority producers.

Whether you’re new to pour overs or looking to refine your skills, this session will help you brew café-quality coffee at home.

What You'll Learn

• How to choose the right coffee and grind size
• The importance of water temperature and brewing ratios
• Step-by-step pour over technique, including pouring patterns and timing
• How to use tools like a gooseneck kettle, scale, and dripper
• Tips for dialing in your brew to highlight different flavor notes
• How to taste and evaluate coffee like a pro
• Common mistakes to avoid for a consistent, great-tasting cup

On the Menu

• Coffee based on seasonality

What's Included

• Guided instruction by a professional barista
• Hands-on brewing with premium, seasonal single-origin coffees
• Use of all brewing equipment (dripper, kettle, grinder, scale, etc.)
• BYO equipment if you want to troubleshoot (optional)
• Printed brew guides and recipes to take home
• A tasting of different coffees brewed using pour over
• Q&A session to troubleshoot your home setup
• 10% off retail coffee purchases on the day of the class

Good to Know

• Please be on time
• Space is open to public after class