Embark on a Journey into the Heart of Coffee Mastery
Imagine you’re on a quest to enhance your coffee knowledge, or to share this enriching experience with your team.
Yet, your journey has been fraught with challenges. You’ve been overwhelmed by the sheer volume of information, struggling to find reliable and comprehensive resources.
You believe that everyone deserves to experience and create good coffee without barriers, yet it seems out of reach.
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Meet
Highlander Coffee
Since 2004, with a pioneering spirit, Highlander Coffee Academy has dedicated itself to educating, empowering, and enhancing the coffee experience for lovers of the brew just like you. We understand the obstacles and frustrations on the path to coffee mastery and are here to make it accessible, simple, and enjoyable for everyone.
With tens of thousands of coffee lovers educated and a client list that reads like a who’s who of prestigious organizations, our expertise and empathetic approach make us the perfect guide on your coffee journey.
Our plan is simple
It is straightforward, designed to make your coffee journey as enriching and enjoyable as possible :
For our workshop – Tailored for simplicity and depth, to suit both beginners and seasoned enthusiasts.
Experience conducive learning
From bean to cup, understand every step under the guidance of our experts with some hands-on.
Experience Transformation
Brew not just coffee, but also relationships, skills, and a deep appreciation for the craft.
Who Should Attend?
“Coffee Lovers.”
- Who enjoy their coffee and want to be more discerning of coffees’ nuisances
- Who wish to improve their knowledge and coffee making skills at home or office
- That want to kickstart their journey to becoming a coffee professional or those who aspire to start their own cafe in the future
Learning objectives of this (2 – 2.5 hours workshop) :
- Demystifying local “kopitiam” coffee
- Brief history of coffee
- Understanding what is coffee?
- Factors to making that perfect cup
- Discussion on taste subjectivity
- Gain an understanding of what makes the perfect espresso, cappuccino and caffe latte
- Demonstrations of the various home coffee brewing methods
- Experience latte art come to life
Some hands-on fun!
Course Fee
- At this moment until further notice, we will not hold public classes from individual bookings.
- SGD 98 (SGD 98.00 inclusive of GST) per participant.
- Enquire now for your own group of minimum 10 participants for a customised workshop now!
See A Minute Video of the Coffee Appreciation We Did For
Raffles Institution Staffs
Greenfields Collaboration Workshop
A&E Doctors
Toa Payoh Community Club
Boehringer Ingelheim Singapore
NUHS Singapore
Only the Best
Coffee Appreciation In Action
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Feedback & Reviews
Our Testimonials
“An interesting workshop for us!”
Thank you for having us at Highlander Coffee & for conducting such an interesting workshop for us! We enjoyed ourselves thoroughly! Hope to be able to work with you guys again! Wishing Highlander Coffee great business ahead & continue to brew awesome coffee! God bless and take care!
– Event Organiser,Bukit Panjang Methodist Church
“Very engaging, sincere and fun!”
Hi Phil! Heard from my colleagues that the course conducted by you yesterday was very engaging, sincere and fun! They sang praises of the workshop and said that the kids and themselves had a really good time. Thank you very much! I look forward to working with you again on future possible programmes smile emoticon
– Ms Clarissa Koh (2015), Head (Sec 4/5), Fairfield Methodist School (Secondary)
“Very informative and interactive…”
Good morning Phil First of all, we would like to thank you for the very informative and interactive Coffee Appreciation Workshop conducted for our employees early this month. Our employees have given very positive feedback on the Workshop and not only did they enjoy it thoroughly, they have also picked up extended knowledge on coffee…Thank you so much!
– Ms Irene Kang, Inchcape Group, eLexus and Toyota Service Department Team Building Night
“A good experience for our kids…”
…I would like extend our thanks to your team for conducting such a comprehensive and interesting workshop that managed to engage our students. The teachers who accompanied the students gave very good feedback about the content of the workshop. They also thought letting students see the factory and find out more about the workers who work in the factory was a good experience… Overall it was a good experience for our kids and everyone enjoyed the quality coffee very much!
– Ms Clarissa Koh (2016), Head (Sec 4/5), Fairfield Methodist School (Secondary)
“Light hearted and filled with jokes.”
Thank you very much for today Phil! My team really enjoyed the coffee appreciation session. Even though not all of them appreciate coffee, they enjoy how your session is not only informative, but also light hearted and filled with jokes. The final section of serving everyone with a drink of their choice, and seeing how they apply their knowledge by choosing their preferred version of coffee, is a very encouraging outcome. I will definitely recommend your services to others, and look forward to dropping by for a coffee in the near future!
– Mr Kenneth Ong, Executive, DBS Singapore
“Highly entertaining and yet informative…”
Dear Phil/Cedric, On behalf of the Protiviti Singapore team, I would like to say a big Thank You to the Highlander crew! From logistics and coordination down to the minute details, to conducting a highly entertaining and yet informative session on coffee (be it local kopi, coffee from the big green logo, brew of the day and many more!) , you have done a very good job there and we all enjoyed our time at Highlander Cafe immensely…Lastly, I would also like to thank Zya for her prompt follow-up. We will help spread the word about the Gourmet Coffee Appreciation workshop that Highlander Cafe conducts!! Thanks & Regards,
– Ms Elisa Seah, Protiviti Singapore
“Wonderful workshop…”
Hi Phil, THANK YOU for the wonderful workshop last week and your patience for the last minutes changes.
– ONG Kwei Chey, Technical Officer/Chemical Process Technology
School of Applied & Health Sciences ITE College East
“Very engaging session…”
That was a very engaging session…we have not laughed so hard for a very long time!
– Ms Janet Toh, Human Resource Department and Colleagues
Monetary Authority of Singapore
“Great session!”
Thanks for a great session!
– Chen Mei Chuen (Ms), Senior Assistant Director
Ministry of Education
“Enjoyed it very much 👍”
Thank you so very much for the excellent Gourmet coffee appreciation workshop. Many of my colleagues appreciate so much and learn the proper way of making coffee as well as having a deeper understanding of coffee…I have to thank u, great that all my participants enjoyed it very much 👍
– Mr Teo Chin Heng, Senior Lecturer
Singapore Polytechnic (Electronics, Electrical Engineering Department)
“Spread the love of coffee…”
Thanks Zeeya and Phil for the assistance and all! Our participants certainly had good words to say of your workshop. Appreciate you and your team’s efforts, may you continue to spread the love of coffee and its appreciation in Sg.
– Mr Tang Kai Him,
Singapore Refining Company Pte Ltd
“It was great experience…”
It was great experience that we had the coffee appreciation workshop with you in April this year. We received a lot of the participants feedback that it was good. Thus we would like to organize another round in September.
– Ms Lynn Liu, Ernst & Young Solutions LLP
“Simplicity and sincerity…”
Hi Joyce, Thanks for reminding me and reserving a place for me at the Highlander coffee workshop. I enjoyed myself thoroughly and learned a whole lot about drinking coffee. I’m especially proud of the two Ho brothers. I consider them national treasures. You can tell that they have a great passion for what they are doing. They conducted the workshop with such simplicity and sincerity, dishing out every piece of nugget with so much love and professionalism. I really walked away from this workshop thoroughly enthused with what I heard and learnt. I now know where to go for my favourite beverage. Thanks again for your effort, Joyce. Sincerely
– MRS KATHLEEN FOO, A NUSS COFFEE APPRECIATION WORKSHOP PARTICIPANT
“Learn a great deal about coffee…”
Hi Phil and team! On behalf of my division, I would like to thank you again for the awesome workshop conducted by Highlander last Friday! We certainly did learn a great deal about coffee and in particular, the contents of our local coffee! I believe the local cafes will see less of my colleagues’ patronage in the future. haha!…We look forward to visiting the Highlander cafe soon for an authentic brew of the beverage! 🙂
– MS CLARISSA HOR, MANAGER
SINGAPORE WORK DEVELOPMENT AGENCY
“Share their knowledge and experiences…”
Dear Phil, Cedric and team, We would like to express our deepest appreciation to you and your team for the wonderful workshop conducted on 21 Aug at Sembcorp. As soon as the workshop ended, we already heard raving reviews from our colleagues on how well the workshop was. We really like the way you engaged the participants by touching on topics close to their heart. It’s easy for anyone to share their knowledge and experiences, but I guess no one can do better in the way that you did it. We will remember the little secret on “apple cider” that you whispered openly to us, oh and also that we need to clean the “basket” in the group head of the group of the coffee machine every day to make good coffee.Hope we will have the opportunity to work together again. Thanks.
– Mr Terry Lim, Assistant Manager
Sembcorp Development Ltd
Our Past Workshop Clients
That Includes…
IBM Singapore, Port of Singapore Authority, Deloitte Consulting, Philips Singapore, Infocus Asia , ITE, NUSS, NTU Alumni Club, People’s Association islandwide community clubs, Qatar Airways, Tech Semiconductor Singapore, Oracle University, SAFRA, McDermott, Exxon Mobil, ACCA, UOB Call Centre, ST Kinetics, ST Engineering, Raffles Institution, Raffles Girls School, Victoria Junior College, Anderson Junior College, Beatty Secondary School, Fairfield Methodist Secondary School, Microsoft Singapore, Immigration and Customs Authority, NTUC Income, Ministry of Health, Hewlett Packard, Singapore General Hospital, Economic Development Board, Tetra Singapore, Work Development Agency, Microsoft Regional, Fuji Xerox, Imperium Solutions, Singapore Police Force, Nestle Professional, Givaudan, IFF Asia Pacific, Eminence, IPP Financial Advisers, Symrise Asia Pacific, Singapore Stock Exchange, Ministry of Education, JTC, Ernst & Young, SingTel and MANY MORE!
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Take the Next Step
At the end of our fantastic workshop session, you will receive:
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An online coffee appreciation course designed to complement and enhance your in-person learning, valued at SGD48.00.
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Lifetime chat support for your continuous coffee education, valued at SGD200.00.
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5% discount on selected machines and grinders for one month after the class.
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Voucher for a bag of house blend quattro (worth SGD$16) or a coffee beverage plus Lucy’s sandwiches.
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Additional purchase of a second bag of beans at a 10% discount on the same day.
Total value for the course fee of $98.00 (including GST) that you pay = More than $300 in added value.
Do not delay any longer with unfulfilled aspirations and the same longing for a genuine coffee experience.
Imagine starting each day not just with coffee, but with a masterpiece crafted by your own hands. Imagine the joy and satisfaction of mastering coffee’s complexities, sharing this passion with friends and family, and enjoying high-quality coffee without pretense.
Let’s make every cup a testament to your journey from zero to hero in the world of coffee. With Highlander Coffee, you’ll transform from a coffee lover into a coffee connoisseur.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is Highlander Coffee Academy?
Highlander Coffee Academy is a pioneer coffeel learning centre based in Singapore since 2004, dedicated to providing comprehensive coffee education, from brewing techniques to latte art, for coffee enthusiasts at all levels.
Who can join the coffee workshops?
Our workshops are designed for anyone looking to deepen their coffee knowledge and skills, from beginners to seasoned enthusiasts. Whether you’re looking to enhance your barista skills or simply appreciate good coffee, you’re welcome to join us.
What will I learn in a coffee workshop?
Participants will learn a range of skills including fundamental brewing methods, latte art designs, and coffee appreciation techniques. Our hands-on approach ensures you gain practical experience alongside theoretical knowledge.
How do I sign up for a workshop?
You can sign up for our workshops by visiting the provided tidyCal booking link on our website. Select your preferred date and time, and follow the prompts to complete your registration.
Are there any prerequisites for joining a workshop?
No prerequisites are required. Our workshops are tailored to suit both beginners and those with more experience in coffee making.
What can I expect during the workshop?
Expect an immersive learning experience that covers everything from bean to cup. You’ll engage in both theory and hands-on practice under the guidance of our expert trainers.
Do I need to bring anything to the workshop?
All necessary materials and equipment will be provided at the workshop. Just bring your enthusiasm and readiness to learn!
Will I receive a certificate after completing the workshop?
Yes, participants who successfully complete the workshop will receive a certification of achievement once you completed an online quizz from Highlander Coffee Academy, recognizing their newly acquired skills and knowledge.
How can I apply what I've learned after the workshop?
The skills and knowledge you gain from our workshops are applicable both at home and professionally. You’ll be equipped to improve your home brewing, explore career opportunities in the coffee industry, or even start your own café.
How can I get in touch for more information?
For more information, you’re welcome to visit our website or reach out to us directly through our contact page. We’re here to answer any questions you may have about our workshops or coffee in general.
What have others said about their experience with Highlander Coffee Academy?
You can read testimonials and reviews from our past clients and workshop participants on our website and Google Reviews. Their experiences highlight the quality and impact of our training programs.
Feel free to contact us if you have more questions or need further assistance. Let’s embark on this coffee journey together!
Feel free to contact us if you have more questions or need further assistance. Let’s embark on this coffee journey together!
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