Seasonal Information
Orders placed by midday on Wednesday, 18th December, will be guaranteed for Christmas delivery.
Orders placed after this, up until midday on the 23rd, will be dispatched before Christmas but may not arrive until after the holiday.
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Collection orders can be placed until midday on the 23rd and collected before Christmas.

The Manchester Coffee Academy

ManCoCo Coffee
Experiences


Barista Training for Everyone


Immerse yourself in a world of fun and flavour at ManCoCo's Coffee Academy, nestled in the heart of Manchester. Our sessions offer an exciting blend of hands-on experience, exploration, and discovery.

Step into our renowned Roastery and embark on an exclusive tour where you'll uncover the secrets behind the art of coffee-making. Afterwards, join us in our Coffee Bar next door, where we'll treat you to a complimentary drink. Savour the smooth richness of our meticulously crafted brews as you soak in the ambience.

Whether you're looking for a unique team-building activity, a chance to sample different flavour coffees from around the world or want to improve your Barista skills, we have something for everyone.

Come join us and dive into a world of fun, flavour, and discovery!

Our Courses

Each of our Coffee Academy courses include:

Up to 3 Hour
sessions

A tour of our renowned Roastery

Fresh from the Roastery, a 250g bag of ManCoCo coffee

A complimentary drink from our Coffee Bar

Introduction to Coffee Brewing


A great place to start your coffee journey!

Discover the origins and qualities of coffees from around the world. With a hands-on experience of tasting ManCoCo coffee fresh from the Roastery, get the knowledge you need to buy the right coffee that suits you. This session is great for beginners and explorers who want to taste a variety of coffee with a range of brewing styles.

  • A tour of the ManCoCo Roastery.
  • Cupping a range of fresh ManCoCo coffee.
  • Brewing Cafetière, AeroPress and V60.
  • An introduction to pulling espresso and milk steaming.
  • Price: £95 Per person
  • Duration: 3 Hours
  • Class Size: 4
  • Perks:
    • 250g bag of ManCoCo coffee fresh from the Roastery.
    • A coffee from the ManCoCo Coffee Bar.
    • 10% on-the-day discount off any of our merchandise.

Exploring
Espresso


For espresso lovers!

If you have an espresso machine at home or just love exploring espresso-based drinks, then this session is perfect for you! Once you have chosen your preferred coffee, you will be guided through the espresso-brewing process. Next, you will explore how the experience differs when preparing a range of drinks and milk-steaming styles.

  • A tour of the ManCoCo Roastery.
  • Cupping a range of fresh ManCoCo coffee.
  • Dialling in and brewing espresso using a coffee of your choice.
  • Steam and texture milk perfectly for a range of espresso-based drinks.
  • Price: £95 Per person
  • Duration: 3 Hours
  • Class Size: 4
  • Perks:
    • 250g bag of ManCoCo coffee fresh from the Roastery.
    • A coffee from the ManCoCo Coffee Bar.
    • 10% on-the-day discount off any of our merchandise.

Latte Art


Take your skills to the next level.

Get aerating and texturing milk to perfection. Explore a range of patterns - from heart to tulip to rosetta, and more! We will get you making consistent, flawless milk that looks smooth and silky every time.

  • A tour of the ManCoCo Roastery.
  • Learn the basics of getting a great espresso.
  • Steam and texture milk perfectly for a range of espresso-based drinks.
  • Learn and practice a range of latte art patterns. 
  • Price: £95 Per person
  • Duration: 3 Hours
  • Class Size: 4
  • Perks:
    • 250g bag of ManCoCo coffee fresh from the Roastery.
    • A coffee from the ManCoCo Coffee Bar.
    • 10% on-the-day discount off any of our merchandise.

One-to-One Session


Tailormade classes.

If you're seeking a more personalised experience, consider booking our tailor-made one-to-one session.

Whether you're an aspiring barista aiming for a full-time role in specialty coffee or a home brewer looking for a customised experience to enhance your knowledge and skills, we have you covered.

Once you’ve booked your session, you can let us know what you’d like to focus on. Mix it up with specific brewing skills, milk texturing, cupping sessions, espresso expertise, learn about the history of coffee or just go ahead with one of our existing courses but have our instructor all to yourself!

Feel free to contact us beforehand for some ideas at contact@mancoco.co.uk.

  • Price: £150 Per person
  • Duration: 3 Hours
  • Class Size: 1
  • Perks:
    • Pick and choose exactly what you want to learn.
    • 250g bag of ManCoCo coffee fresh from the Roastery.
    • A coffee from the ManCoCo Coffee Bar.
    • 10% on-the-day discount off any of our merchandise.