Knowledge, enjoyment & expertise
Your head start in day-to-day business
Our training courses offer more than just theory - they provide safety, create an understanding of enjoyment and ensure real "aha" moments. Our trainers will introduce you to the world of hot drinks - interactively, practically and tailored to your everyday work.
From the origin to the cup
How is a high-quality coffee made? What distinguishes Arabica beans from Robusta? In this seminar, you will learn about the entire value chain: from the cultivation height to processing methods and sensory analysis. The highlight is a professional cupping - a tasting of single-origin coffees in direct comparison.
Who is it for? Beginners, service staff, budding baristas
Duration: approx. 90 minutes (on site or as a webinar)
Espresso, milk foam & co.
This intensive one-day seminar is the perfect basis for anyone who wants to work professionally with portafilter machines. You will learn how to set the grinder and machine, the right grind, extraction techniques and the art of milk frothing. At the end, you will have mastered the most important processes - for consistently high quality in every cup.
For whom? Baristas, specialist staff, ambitious beginners
Duration: One-day seminar (7 hours incl. lunch break)
Format: Face-to-face training at our academy locations
Cultivation, variety and preparation
Tea is much more than just an infusion. This seminar will guide you through the fascinating world of tea: from historical myths to practical tips for the perfect tea time. Learn about the differences between white, green, black and fruit teas - and how to present them tastefully.
For whom? Restaurateurs, baristas, tea lovers
Duration: approx. 90 minutes (on site or online)
Pleasure with history
Cocoa was a means of payment, a ritual and a luxury good. Today it is a trend product with great potential. You will learn how high-quality drinking chocolate is made from cocoa beans and what is important when preparing it. Included: creative recipe ideas for cocoa-based signature drinks - from classic to surprisingly different.
For whom? Bakeries, cafés, creative gastronomy concepts
Duration: approx. 90 minutes (face-to-face or webinar)
Further training - flexible & location-independent
Our digital training courses offer you in-depth knowledge without the need to travel - ideal for teams at several locations or with a tight schedule. The content is identical to the face-to-face formats and is moderated live from the academy - including practical exercises, interactive elements and space for questions.
The team of trainers at the J.J. Darboven Academy
Head of Academy Sauerlach
‘Through my work, I want to bring the diversity of coffee to life – from classic roasts to modern crossover creations.’
Trainer for the Northern Region, coffee expert
‘I became a trainer to share my fascination with coffee, tea and cocoa and to teach people how to handle these food and lifestyle products perfectly.’
Head of Academy Hamburg, Innovation Manager
‘I want to convey that coffee is not an everyday product, but a special luxury item – with a fascinating spectrum of extraordinary flavours.’
