Welcome to the academy
North Star Academy is our hands-on coffee training platform for curious home brewers, coffee lovers and hospitality professionals alike. Through practical workshops, guided tastings and espresso and brewing courses, you can explore everything from flavour and technique to sourcing and the wider impact coffee has on the people behind it, helping you build confidence, deepen your understanding and engage with coffee in a more meaningful way.
Learning about coffee should feel just as enjoyable as drinking it. That's why we've created a growing library of Academy videos to help you brew with confidence, understand what makes every coffee unique and get more from every bag you buy. Whether you're making your first filter coffee, dialling in an espresso or exploring different brewing methods, you'll find practical, easy-to-follow guidance designed to make specialty coffee feel welcoming, not overwhelming.
How to make an espresso
How to steam milk
How to clean your coffee machine
How to calibrate your grinder
How to brew filter coffee
If you'd like to learn alongside one of our trainers, our hands-on Academy courses are designed to build your confidence, answer your questions and help you get even more from every brew. Whether you're just getting started or looking to refine your skills, we'd love to welcome you along.