A lifetime is not enough to experience everything that coffee has to offer. We all hear about Arabica, but did you know Arabica is just one species among over 100 coffee plants? Arabica alone has more than 60 varieties, each offering a unique tasting experience. Beyond single-origin coffee, we can begin to explore the diverse flavors of single-varietal specialty coffees.

During this mindful coffee tasting experience, you will be introduced to a surprise single-varietal coffee each week. You won’t know in advance how it will be brewed—whether as espresso, pour-over, or another method. The goal is to encourage you to embrace the experience as it comes, with curiosity and openness, just like life. I will frequently change the single-varietal coffee or brewing technique, so you can always return to enjoy new flavors and reconnect with the community over a great cup of coffee and a thoughtful pairing.

Here’s what to expect:
9:00 – 9:10 AM: Welcome & Introduction
When you arrive, you’ll be greeted with a warm welcome. We’ll introduce the single-varietal coffee chosen for the day, offering a brief overview of its origin and unique qualities to set the tone for the mindful tasting experience.

9:10 – 9:20 AM: Brew Explanation & Preparation
I’ll explain why I chose the brewing method for this particular coffee and share my process while preparing the coffee mindfully. I’ll also provide simple journaling prompts to guide your sensory exploration.

9:20 – 9:30 AM: Reflection Time
While I brew the coffee, you’re invited to use this time for personal reflection or quiet activity. Feel free to browse Standart magazine, explore the journals provided, or admire the wildlife photography I’ve captured during my visits to coffee forests. You’re welcome to chat with fellow guests or enjoy a moment to yourself. I’ll be silently working behind the bar, focusing on the brewing process one step at a time to fully immerse myself in the task.

9:30 – 9:50 AM: Silent Coffee Tasting & Journaling
Once the coffee is ready, it will be served with a food pairing. This is your time to savor the coffee quietly, engaging your senses and capturing your reflections using the journaling prompts provided. The goal is to experience the coffee fully, tasting with mindfulness and intention.

9:50 – 10:30 AM: Social Time & Q&A
After the tasting, we’ll transition into a relaxed social time. This is your opportunity to ask questions, share your impressions, and connect with others in the group. Whether you want to dive into the details of the coffee, discuss brewing methods, or simply have a friendly chat, this is your time to engage and enjoy.

Optional:
10:30 – 11:00 AM: The event space is still reserved for us, but I’ll begin tidying up by collecting mugs and plates. You are welcome to stay, continue chatting, journaling, or browsing the materials provided.

11:00 AM and beyond: The venue is inside a restaurant, which opens to the public at 11 AM. You are welcome to hang out, grab a bite if you’re hungry, or simply enjoy the space. I’ll be sending warm goodbyes around 11ish, and we can meet again next week if you'd like!

The event is designed to create a peaceful, thoughtful atmosphere with calming music, warm lighting, and space for quiet contemplation. A food pairing will be provided to enhance the tasting experience.

This is a great event if you love to:

- Experience how it feels to taste coffee mindfully, in silence.
- Connect with fellow coffee lovers in Victoria.
- Learn more about coffee from an industry expert.
- Become a coffee collector by tasting different coffees with an open, non-judgmental mindset.

Join me in discovering the world of single-varietal coffees—one mindful sip at a time.