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INTRODUCTION TO COFFEE TASTING
Have you ever wondered what people mean when they say a black coffee is sweet, acidic, full-bodied, or has notes of peaches and strawberries? If you’re curious to learn, we designed this cupping lab just for you. This class will introduce you to coffee tasting and walk you through the concepts of acidity, flavor, and body of a coffee. You will have the chance to taste coffees of different roast levels and processing methods, learn to describe them, discover your preferences, and walk away being able to more confidently describe a coffee as “fruity” or “nutty.”
Sign up for Intro to Coffee Tasting by going to Shop >> Learning Labs >> Introduction to Coffee Tasting
Roaster Office Hours
Roaster Office Hours is a hands-on tasting and Q&A session for home roasters and people interested in roasting. Think of these sessions as a professor’s office hours: participants will have the opportunity to bring their own work (roasted coffee) to taste and analyze with the Penstock Roasting Team, and the Team will provide feedback, suggest improvements, and answer any roasting-related questions.
Sign up for Roaster’s Office Hours by going to Shop >> Learning Labs >> Roaster’s Office Hours
INTRODUCTION TO COFFEE TASTING
Have you ever wondered what people mean when they say a black coffee is sweet, acidic, full-bodied, or has notes of peaches and strawberries? If you’re curious to learn, we designed this cupping lab just for you. This class will introduce you to coffee tasting and walk you through the concepts of acidity, flavor, and body of a coffee. You will have the chance to taste coffees of different roast levels and processing methods, learn to describe them, discover your preferences, and walk away being able to more confidently describe a coffee as “fruity” or “nutty.”
Sign up for Intro to Coffee Tasting by going to Shop >> Learning Labs >> Introduction to Coffee Tasting
Roaster Office Hours
Roaster Office Hours is a hands-on tasting and Q&A session for home roasters and people interested in roasting. Think of these sessions as a professor’s office hours: participants will have the opportunity to bring their own work (roasted coffee) to taste and analyze with the Penstock Roasting Team, and the Team will provide feedback, suggest improvements, and answer any roasting-related questions.
Sign up for Roaster’s Office Hours by going to Shop >> Learning Labs >> Roaster’s Office Hours
INTRODUCTION TO COFFEE TASTING
Have you ever wondered what people mean when they say a black coffee is sweet, acidic, full-bodied, or has notes of peaches and strawberries? If you’re curious to learn, we designed this cupping lab just for you. This class will introduce you to coffee tasting and walk you through the concepts of acidity, flavor, and body of a coffee. You will have the chance to taste coffees of different roast levels and processing methods, learn to describe them, discover your preferences, and walk away being able to more confidently describe a coffee as “fruity” or “nutty.”
Sign up for Intro to Coffee Tasting by going to Shop >> Learning Labs >> Introduction to Coffee Tasting
Roaster Office Hours
Roaster Office Hours is a hands-on tasting and Q&A session for home roasters and people interested in roasting. Think of these sessions as a professor’s office hours: participants will have the opportunity to bring their own work (roasted coffee) to taste and analyze with the Penstock Roasting Team, and the Team will provide feedback, suggest improvements, and answer any roasting-related questions.
Sign up for Roaster’s Office Hours by going to Shop >> Learning Labs >> Roaster’s Office Hours
INTRODUCTION TO COFFEE TASTING
Have you ever wondered what people mean when they say a black coffee is sweet, acidic, full-bodied, or has notes of peaches and strawberries? If you’re curious to learn, we designed this cupping lab just for you. This class will introduce you to coffee tasting and walk you through the concepts of acidity, flavor, and body of a coffee. You will have the chance to taste coffees of different roast levels and processing methods, learn to describe them, discover your preferences, and walk away being able to more confidently describe a coffee as “fruity” or “nutty.”
Sign up for Intro to Coffee Tasting by going to Shop >> Learning Labs >> Introduction to Coffee Tasting
Roaster Office Hours
Roaster Office Hours is a hands-on tasting and Q&A session for home roasters and people interested in roasting. Think of these sessions as a professor’s office hours: participants will have the opportunity to bring their own work (roasted coffee) to taste and analyze with the Penstock Roasting Team, and the Team will provide feedback, suggest improvements, and answer any roasting-related questions.
Sign up for Roaster’s Office Hours by going to Shop >> Learning Labs >> Roaster’s Office Hours
INTRODUCTION TO COFFEE TASTING
Have you ever wondered what people mean when they say a black coffee is sweet, acidic, full-bodied, or has notes of peaches and strawberries? If you’re curious to learn, we designed this cupping lab just for you. This class will introduce you to coffee tasting and walk you through the concepts of acidity, flavor, and body of a coffee. You will have the chance to taste coffees of different roast levels and processing methods, learn to describe them, discover your preferences, and walk away being able to more confidently describe a coffee as “fruity” or “nutty.”
Sign up for Intro to Coffee Tasting by going to Shop >> Learning Labs >> Introduction to Coffee Tasting
Roaster Office Hours
Roaster Office Hours is a hands-on tasting and Q&A session for home roasters and people interested in roasting. Think of these sessions as a professor’s office hours: participants will have the opportunity to bring their own work (roasted coffee) to taste and analyze with the Penstock Roasting Team, and the Team will provide feedback, suggest improvements, and answer any roasting-related questions.
Sign up for Roaster’s Office Hours by going to Shop >> Learning Labs >> Roaster’s Office Hours
INTRODUCTION TO COFFEE TASTING
Have you ever wondered what people mean when they say a black coffee is sweet, acidic, full-bodied, or has notes of peaches and strawberries? If you’re curious to learn, we designed this cupping lab just for you. This class will introduce you to coffee tasting and walk you through the concepts of acidity, flavor, and body of a coffee. You will have the chance to taste coffees of different roast levels and processing methods, learn to describe them, discover your preferences, and walk away being able to more confidently describe a coffee as “fruity” or “nutty.”
Sign up for Intro to Coffee Tasting by going to Shop >> Learning Labs >> Introduction to Coffee Tasting
Roaster’s Office Hours
Roaster Office Hours is a hands-on tasting and Q&A session for home roasters and people interested in roasting. Think of these sessions as a professor’s office hours: participants will have the opportunity to bring their own work (roasted coffee) to taste and analyze with the Penstock Roasting Team, and the Team will provide feedback, suggest improvements, and answer any roasting-related questions.
Sign up for Roaster’s Office Hours by going to Shop >> Learning Labs >> Roaster’s Office Hours
Roaster’s Office Hours
Roaster Office Hours is a hands-on tasting and Q&A session for home roasters and people interested in roasting. Think of these sessions as a professor’s office hours: participants will have the opportunity to bring their own work (roasted coffee) to taste and analyze with the Penstock Roasting Team, and the Team will provide feedback, suggest improvements, and answer any roasting-related questions.
Sign up for Roaster’s Office Hours by going to Shop >> Learning Labs >> Roaster’s Office Hours


Open Cupping
Coffee cupping is the practice of observing the aromas and tastes of brewed coffee.
Live Music: Jinnie Rhee
Jinnie is a Korean-American artist who recently ditched the books to pursue her dream of creating music. She loves all kinds of songs and has many favorite artists--Beyonce, DEAN, Sara Bareilles, J. Cole, Brooke Fraser, and Snoh Aalegra are just a few among many. Keep an eye out for more music coming out soon!
First single: "Truth Is..." https://song.link/s/6syzHvLydzsSHqrHW6cmWC

Homebrewing Class
Looking to up your home brew game? This is the perfect fun, essential class!
Discover the best way to brew coffee the way you like it, all with equipment you may already have at home. We’ll answer and troubleshoot any questions you may have about your current set up, and talk about variables that can easily improve your cup.
All coffee and equipment is provided. Bring yourself, a friend, and get ready to brew!

Open Cupping
Coffee cupping is the practice of observing the aromas and tastes of brewed coffee.


Open Cupping
Coffee cupping is the practice of observing the aromas and tastes of brewed coffee.

Live Music: Neil Fein
Join us for a fun mix of originals, covers, and kid's music by Neil Fein on the guitar and ukulele!

Live Music: Hannah Lauren
Hannah Lauren is a singer/songwriter born and raised in New Jersey. She has been playing guitar for years, and is a private children’s music teacher when she’s not performing. Some of her biggest influences include Emily King, John Mayer, & Amy Winehouse. She aspires to bring a mix of indie, pop, and r&b together at her performance, singing her own music and covering a few timeless hits with her own modern twist.

Live Music: Drew Turock ft. Gerry Hazel
Drew Turock and Gerry Hazel are area musicians that perform all over the NJ and NY area. Gerry is an accomplished singer/songwriter with a great talent for storytelling through his music. Drew performs his favorite cover tunes from all genres past and present, including folk, rock, country and americana.

Open Cupping
Coffee cupping is the practice of observing the aromas and tastes of brewed coffee.

Live Music: Neil Fein
Join us for a fun mix of originals, covers, and kid's music by Neil Fein on the guitar and ukulele!


Holiday Open Mic
In collaboration with our neighbors at Chamber 43… it's one of our favorite evenings of the year when we get to get together and share poetry, short stories, songs, and everything else awesome & creative inside you. Grab a friend, and a latte, and enjoy the evening.Sign ups start at 5:00 PMFirst performance at 5:30!

Live Music: Joe Larkin
Our very own barista, Joe Larkin, serves a lovely cup of coffee and also writes and sings his own music. He is a singer, songwriter, guitarist, and audio engineer. Come enjoy an evening in the coffee shop with coffee and enjoy music by Joe Larkin.

10 Year Anniversary Celebration: Latte Art Throwdown!
It’s hard to believe that we’ve been roasting as a business for 10 years! From OQ Coffee to Penstock Coffee Roasters, thank you for everyone’s love and support along the way. We simply cannot express what a joy and privilege it has been to be able to grow with this community that shares in our passion! The coffee industry is ever evolving, and it is exciting to be in it.
To celebrate, we’re throwing an epic Latte Art throwdown! Open to all, professional and novice, you’re welcome to compete and throwdown with Califia Farms oat milk! Bring friends & family to spectate on the fun and enjoy free beer, food, and some of the losers’ lattes! Register to compete using the form below— limited spots!
Epic prizes for winners of the tournament include:
a 6-month Penstock coffee subscription
Baratza Encore Grinder
Acaia Pearl Scale (in limited edition gold)
There will be raffle baskets that everyone can enter in, and a door raffle that everyone is automatically entered into just for coming!
Door Raffle: Synesso t-shirts, insulated travel mugs, stickers, and more.
Raffle basket #1: Kalita Wave 185 Glass Dripper (mango yellow), Kalita Wave 185 filters (100-count), Acme Union Mug
Raffle basket #2: Chemex 6-cup Brewer, Filter, Glass Top, Coaster
Raffle basket #3: Stagg Kettle, Eddy Steaming Pitcher, Carter Everywhere Mug
100% of the proceeds will be going to benefit Eco Cafe Mill in Haiti, who we are proud and grateful to have been our coffee partners for all ten years (and counting!).
RSVP to our Facebook event by November 7 and get your name into the door raffle twice!
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A *big* THANK YOU to our sponsors for this event!
Califia Farms
Acaia
Baratza
Fellow
Synesso
Eight Ounce Coffee
The Blue Horse Restaurant

Poetry Open Mic Night
In collaboration with Chamber 43 in Highland Park. Come out and express yourself! All are welcome! Bring friends! Our baristas will be slinging coffee all night, or BYOB!