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The Fermentation Project
Public Coffee Cupping at The Lost Barn
Date & Time TBC (September 2026)
(Free to attend)
Be part of this global coffee event by joining us for a relaxed cupping of four Guatemalan coffees that have been subject to different processes or fermentation approaches.
The Fermentation Project is an exciting global initiative led by James Hoffmann (award-winning coffee professional, author & communicator), Lucia Solis (coffee fermentation specialist), and Caravela (sourcing partner & distributor), exploring how processing methods shape the flavours of coffee.
The project is an opportunity to taste one varietal of coffee from a single origin, processed in four ways. Coffee drinkers from around the world can join together to simultaneously cup the coffees, whether that’s in their home, or at an organised, public cupping.
More information about The Fermentation Project can be found here, as well as on James Hoffman’s social media channels.
Lost Barn Coffee is one of the roasters from around the world who is taking part in this exciting project – receiving the beans from Caravela (who, under the guidance and instruction of Lucia, have carefully processed these coffees) to then send to us for roasting here in Cheshire. A limited amount of The Fermentation Project coffees will be available to purchase through our shop here (pre-orders being taken in July, with fulfilment planned for August).
We will also be hosting a public cupping at The Lost Barn at the beginning of September to tie in with the project’s global schedule (exact date TBC). The event will be relaxed and open to all. However, spaces will be limited, so please get in touch to express your interest if you would like to attend.
Home Barista Course
Next Date TBC
10.30am – 1.30pm
£110 per person
Master the fundamentals of getting the best out of your espresso machine. Evie, our Head of Coffee, will guide a small group through a hands on workshop, conducted in either our roastery, or all-weather tipi, where you’ll learn the following:
- the basics of dialling in a grinder
- how to tamp correctly
- pulling an espresso shot
- steaming milk with a focus on texture and temperature
- pouring and an introduction into latte art
You’ll take home a complimentary 250g bag of one of our espresso blends and a training guide covering everything you’ve been taught. Also includes some tasty treats from our cafe and as much coffee as you can drink in 3 hours!