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From Bean to Cup | Coffee Tasting Experience

About this experience

Discover coffee like never before! Start with freshly roasted beans, breathe in their rich aroma, then watch as they’re brewed to perfection. Break the crust to release hidden fragrances, and taste each cup to explore unique flavors, body, and acidity. A fun, sensory journey that will change the way you drink coffee.

At a glance

  • Duration: 2 hr
  • Private experience

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From Bean to Cup | Coffee Tasting Experience

Plan your experience

Time on the tour2 hr
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 2 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

What is included

  • Coffee Gifts
  • Certificates
  • Zanzibar Snacks and Fruits
  • Coffee and/or Tea

Not included

  • Air-conditioned vehicle

Itinerary and highlights

1.⁠ ⁠Preparation
- Grind the Coffee
- Boil Water
- Set Up Cupping Bowls

2.⁠ ⁠Smelling the Grounds (Dry Aroma)
- Smell the Coffee Grounds

3.⁠ ⁠Brewing
- Pour Hot Water

4.⁠ ⁠Breaking the Crust
- ⁠Break the Crust
- Smell the Aroma

5.⁠ ⁠Skimming the Grounds
- Remove the Grounds

6.⁠ ⁠Tasting (Evaluating the Flavor)
- Taste the Coffee
- Evaluate the Coffee: Assess the coffee based on several key attributes:
- Flavor: The overall taste profile (fruity, nutty, chocolaty, etc.)
- Aftertaste: The lingering taste after swallowing the coffee.
- Body: The texture or mouthfeel (light, full, creamy, etc.).
- Acidity: The bright, tangy quality (similar to citrus or apple).

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Meeting and pickup information

  • When you get close to our location, you will see a signboard with directions guiding you the rest of the way.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Colors of Zanzibar

Meeting points and locations

Accessibility and practical details

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 2 hr.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Adult tickets: age 6+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What accessibility information is provided?
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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