Ahh, New Orleans. The Gulf Coast’s vibrant and culturally rich jewel is always buzzing with events and activities that make every weekend exciting. As you gear up for the upcoming weekend in New Orleans, familiarize yourself with New Orleans’s vibrant coffee scene!
New Orleans truly offers a unique and dynamic experience for everyone! Here at Current Crop Roasting Shop, we are more than just a coffee company. From brushing up on your barista skills with coffee cupping basics to unveiling the secrets of coffee roasting, we promise to make your New Orleans weekend a caffeinated journey.
Let’s dive into the aromatic world of New Orleans’ coffee culture and the exciting experiences that await you with your visit to The Current Crop Roasting Shop!
The Current Crop Roasting Shop
If your love of coffee extends beyond a morning routine and has become more of a passionate art, New Orleans has something special in store for you. The city of New Orleans has a rich coffee culture, and taking up a coffee roasting class gives you the perfect chance to learn the science behind the art.
The Current Crop Roasting Shop is a New Orleans-based retail store on Magazine Street that aims to provide the quality supplies and knowledge necessary to turn green coffee beans into a perfect cup of Joe. Our Current Crop team is passionate about home coffee roasting and would love to share our passion with coffee enthusiasts everywhere.
Taking a coffee roasting class at the Current Crop Roasting Shop is the perfect way to infuse your New Orleans weekend with rich aromas and newfound expertise. Here are just a few of our popular events happening at Current Crop.
Upcoming Events
Current Crop Roasting is the perfect resource for coffee enthusiasts. Our roasting classes allow you a hands-on experience, from the green coffee beans to a perfectly brewed cup of Joe. The courses here cater to enthusiasts of all levels, from beginners looking to understand the basics to seasoned baristas wanting to amp up their coffee roasting game for the art’s sake.
By the end of a Current Crop Roasting course, you will know the arts of roasting and the standard terms used to brew coffee, achieve your preferred roast level, and understand the basics of using a French Roast air roaster. Let’s talk about the classes we offer.
Discover the Art of Coffee: Roast, Cup, and Savor
Join us for an unforgettable sensory event led by our Certified Q Grader, Catherine Mansell. By attending this class, you can witness the transformation of raw beans into a blend of aromatic flavors and profiles, all within the cozy comfort of The Current Crop Roasting Shop.
The beans used in this class hail from the regions of Central America, North America, and the Caribbean. Under the guidance of Catherine, you’ll embark on a four-stage experience to expand your coffee horizons in ways you have never imagined.
The journey doesn’t stop at coffee! We’ve partnered with the renowned master pastry chef Jean Luc, who will grace your taste buds with delectable food. Like pairing cheese and wine, joining various pastries and coffee beans is an excellent way to enrich the flavor profiles of both treats. Join us on this extraordinary culinary adventure in the Crescent City!
Introduction to Coffee Roasting
One of our regular events here at Current Crop is our “Introduction to Coffee Roasting” class. In this class, we’ll unravel the science of coffee roast levels and show you how to achieve them using a Fresh Roast air roaster.
Unfamiliar With a French Roast air roaster? Don’t sweat it! We’ll walk you through the fundamentals of operating the roaster, so you’ll be all set to start your coffee roasting journey with confidence! You’ll gain the skills needed to roast your beans to a level of your liking, ensuring a brew tailored to your taste.
By the end of this class, you’ll have a solid grasp of roast-level differences and the vocabulary commonly used in the industry. This New Orleans event is truly the perfect coffee course for those of all skill levels!
Introduction to Coffee Cupping Basics
Our coffee cupping class is a local favorite. In our “Coffee Cupping Basics” class, we’ll explore a variety of coffees from around the world. Coffee cupping, also referred to as coffee tasting, is a method for evaluating coffee quality and uncovering the unique flavor profiles of different beans.
You can taste a world of flavors right here in New Orleans! Whether you’re a first-time coffee enthusiast or passionate like us, this class offers something for everyone who may want to dive deeper into the intricate art of flavor appreciation.
If you’re interested in a private coffee cupping class, complete our contact form! Someone from our team will be in touch with you in no time. We look forward to sharing a flavorful journey with you!
Conclusion
As the weekend approaches, a wonderful world of adventures awaits you in New Orleans. This magnificent city offers you and the whole family a captivating array of experiences, and coffee is truly just the beginning!
If you find yourself in New Orleans, use the opportunity to broaden your horizons with the Current Crop Roasting Shop. Take that roasting class and try that cup of espresso! Remember, the city’s allure is not just in the lively streets and events of New Orleans Avenue but also in its delicious coffees and the spirited community that makes the city come to life.
As you prepare for your weekend adventure in New Orleans, embrace the chance to connect not just with the city’s vibrant culture but also with the caffeinated wonders of New Orleans!
