Brewing Basics Workshop with Aaron Jordan

Join us for hands-on brewing techniques!



110 mins Location Spokane Class size 17 guests   $89

Calling all coffee lovers and those looking to hone their brewing skills! Learn how to perfect your home brew in this highly informative (and caffeinated) class! Whether you own an espresso machine, French Press, or just enjoy a Pour Over, The Kitchen Engine and Roast House Coffee want to share their brew-tastic techniques for beans!
In this class you'll get hands-on with all three methods, sipping your way through class while snacking on made-in-house pastries!
In this class you'll learn:
How to dial in the perfect espresso shot using brew ratios
Proper grinder adjustment techniques and grind size impact
Understanding water temperature's role in extraction
Identifying and adjusting variables that affect taste
Troubleshooting common espresso issues
Knowledge Gained:
Core principles of espresso extraction
How different coffee varieties behave during extraction (e.g. light to dark roasts... maybe even debunk the whole "espresso roast" idea)
The relationship between time, temperature, and grind size
Recipe development and consistency
Practical problem-solving for home brewing
Aaron Jordan is a veteran of the specialty coffee industry with 17 years of comprehensive experience spanning every facet of the business. Currently serving as the managing partner at Roast House Coffee in Spokane, Washington, his journey in coffee has taken him from behind the espresso bar to the highest levels of operations and sourcing. After honing his craft in the vibrant coffee scenes of Detroit and Chicago, Jordan has established himself in the Pacific Northwest, where he brings his extensive knowledge as a green coffee buyer and roaster to bear. He is particularly passionate about educating others on specialty coffee, sustainable coffee sourcing, and helping coffee enthusiasts perfect their brewing techniques at home.
You will also go home with a 12oz bag coffee beans, freshly ground just for you!
On The Menu: freshly brewed coffee with your choice of milk, cream, alternative milks, sugar, and syrups, and house pastries!
**PLEASE NOTE:
Due to the nature of live events and incurred costs, we are not able to issue refunds or credits for cancellations within 7 days of a class date, including illnesses or otherwise. However, if you have someone who would like to come in your place, we are happy to accommodate them. Our full refund policy is included in the email you will receive prior to class.
What you'll get
a 12oz bag of coffee, whole bean or custom ground for you!
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Knowledge required
Beginner-friendly
Suitable for

Suitable for adults, and kids (minimum 16 years old).

Adult accompaniment is not required.

Location

The Kitchen Engine - 621 West Mallon Avenue, Spokane, WA

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Recent reviews of Brewing Basics Workshop with Aaron Jordan

  • 5/5 from Terry Dunn, attended May 2026: It was a great class. I learned so much about coffee ratios. And how to buy coffee which I’ve never known and the instructor was funny and told great stories and just was so easy to listen to. I definitely think I’m gonna have to go visit his coffee store coffee shop and learn more. Thanks again. I will definitely recommend this class.
  • 5/5 from Mike Crofts, attended May 2026: This was our first experience with the Kitchen Engines classes and it was really enjoyable. We learned a lot about coffee and brewing we didn’t know in a fun and interesting environment. We got everything out of the class we wanted.
  • 5/5 from Kimberly J Thompson, attended Oct 2025: I learned so much about coffee and I loved it! I don’t have a lot of experience with coffee, so this was the perfect class to take. The instructor made me laugh and I loved tasting the coffee. The snacks were also delicious! ️️
  • 5/5 from Ashley Austin, attended Oct 2025: He was awesome. So knowledgeable and entertaining, dang funny. He really helped me figure out the way I make the best cup of coffee for me!
  • 5/5 from Ann Hurst, attended Oct 2025: This was really good for learning more about coffee and different ways to prepare it. It had a lot of information that was new to me and gave me information to make a better cup of coffee.
  • 5/5 from Michelle Tompkins, attended Oct 2025: Aaron’s class was so much and informative. He’s a talented instructor with great enthusiasm for coffee. I can’t wait to practice what I learned at home.
  • 5/5 from Heidi Harris, attended Feb 2025: Helped me understand the coffee brewing terms and focus points. Loved having the breakdown of the ‘recipes’ and the tips to know how to adjust as needed.
  • 5/5 from Patricia Lorraine Brown, attended Feb 2025: Aaron is soooo knowledgeable! He's a great communicator and very enthusiastic...a joy to listen to him! There was so much information in this class, I feel as though I could take it again and still learn more. Yummy coffee and treats. Thank you!!
  • 5/5 from Colleen Maciver, attended Feb 2025: Our instructor was very knowledgeable and answered all our questions. It was interesting to learn about various brewing methods and to practice using espresso machines.
  • 5/5 from Nathaniel Coulson, attended Feb 2025: Aaron from roast house was an incredible resource to have for every exposure level in the class. He had tips, tricks, and advice from beginner to advanced. The kitchen engine space is wonderful for classes and the staff brought in several of their Breville home machines for us to practice on. The only downside to this class was time constraint! I could have picked Aaron’s brain on coffee for way more 120 minutes! I’ll definitely be taking any additional classes they offer
  • 3/5 from Kent Bradley, attended Feb 2025: Very knowledgeable and well prepared presentation and teacher! Learned a lot I didn't know before. My hesitation in review is that it was oriented mostly toward high end espresso coffee making and practice but I think most attendees were more “low tech” with drip/pour overs/press etc.
  • 5/5 from Caitlin Millert, attended Jan 2024: The teachers were very knowledgeable and insightful. For me I wish that there was more education, but it was a perfect balance with hands on and didactic.
  • 5/5 from Chandler Roselli, attended Jan 2024: I would’ve loved to go further into other types of coffee, lattes, cortado, all of those….although I know time was limited so that would be tough. We had a blast tho and loved all of the knowledge! Thank you so much.
  • 5/5 from Kristina Modica, attended Jan 2024: The teachers were knowledgeable and made things easy to understand. Great class for those looking to get more into brewing coffee.
  • 4/5 from Taysha Cosper-Behen, attended Jan 2024: We’ve never experienced a class (outside of standard education), so we had zero expectations. We are also not coffee snobs, pressing brew on our Keurig is as fancy as it gets in our household. The two Doma instructors did a wonderful job of explaining every step and the “method behind the madness”. We easily followed along and LOVED the hands on learning. Although we aren’t coffee enthusiasts (yet), they’ve sparked some intrigue. We felt the room was a bit tight and moving around to get a good look at what the instructors were showing (specifically the espresso machines) was a bit of a challenge. We also greatly appreciated the snacks and water. With the amount of caffeine ingested this kept us from feeling sick. Overall, we loved it and are GREATLY looking forward to our next class with Kitchen Engine. Fingers crossed there will be a Sushi 101 class scheduled on the weekend. (Wink, wink). Thank you! - The Behen’s
  • 5/5 from Randy Rossi, attended Jul 2023: Great class Joey was extremely knowledgeable. I enjoyed the class and now have a better feel for how and where I can improve my coffee making.
  • 5/5 from Taylor Schuck, attended Jul 2023: Joey was the best instructor for the class! I thought everything was perfect; the material, the location, the treats, etc. The only thing I would change or add is to make it longer! And also add a follow up class. I think an espresso based class would be really cool.
  • 5/5 from Nancy Lill, attended Jul 2023: Would have liked more time for brewing and tasting coffee brewed with different methods, however, I wasn't expecting all the education on coffee and coffee production, and it was very interesting and valuable. So - not what I expected from the description, but still a great class. Joey was wonderful.
  • 4/5 from Lena Lewis, attended Jul 2023: Have some hands on experience for folks or either more coffee demonstrates with different vessels
  • 4/5 from Sherrie Winward, attended Jul 2023: The class was informative but was more about the coffee beans and the processing than actual brewing the coffee. I would have liked to seen the three different brew ways but ran out of time so only could see one. That is alot to cram into 2 hours. Maybe the brewing should be done first and then explain the processing of the beans and the growing while your trying the different ways it is brewed. It was set up nice, the treats were wonderful. He was very willing to answer questions. Thank you.
  • 4/5 from Kathy Luden, attended Jul 2023: The instructor Joey was very knowledgeable and engaging. He answered questions and offered some techniques about brewing. His passion for the profession is obvious. That being said I was disappointed he didn't offer more brewing techniques and more coffee to drink. I came to the class to learn to make better coffee.
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The Kitchen Engine
The Kitchen Engine

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Eric Frickle, owner of The Kitchen Engine (TKE), had a long-time dream to own and operate a family business close to where he grew up. When his parents approached him about collaborating to open TKE in the heart of Spokane, his dream came true. With each passing year, the community, partnership, and support have confirmed that this is exactly where Eric and The Kitchen Engine are supposed to be.
Today, TKE is Spokane’s premier kitchen store for top-quality culinary necessities, foodie gifts, kitchen gadgets, cookware, appliances, pantry items, and more in the greater Spokane area and beyond. It is the “go-to” kitchen store for everyone, from the home cook to the well-seasoned chef. Our employees are an extension of our family and provide both excellent customer service and thorough product knowledge so that each and every customer can know that they’re taken care of and are our top priority.
2026-11-27 15:00:00
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