Coffee Tasting Class & Roastery Tour at City Boy Coffee

Sample a diverse selection of coffees sourced from around the globe, then roasted right here in New York City!

Coffee Tasting Class & Roastery Tour at City Boy Coffee

Tour Highlights:

  • See the inner workings of a busy Long Island City-based roastery
  • Learn how to taste coffee (the way professionals do!) from an award-winning roaster
  • Sip on liberica coffee–a rare species of coffee not commonly sold in the United States
  • Uncover the fascinating history of coffee and how it is made

About this Event:

City Boy Coffee invites Untapped New York members to immerse themselves in the world of coffee at a hands-on cupping class inside City Boy Coffee's Queens roastery. The expert team will take you on a two-hour journey through the history, biology, and diverse flavors of coffee. You'll delve into the fascinating world of coffee beans, processing methods, and roasting profiles, gaining a deeper appreciation for the craft. The highlight is mastering the professional cupping technique–a sensory evaluation used by industry experts to assess the quality and nuanced flavors of coffee. It's an unforgettable experience for coffee enthusiasts and curious beginners alike.

About Matt Falber

Matt Falber, an award-winning coffee roaster and actor, founded City Boy Coffee in New York City. The company is known for its monthly coffee subscription service that takes customers on a global coffee journey, featuring beans from a different country every month. Falber’s passion for coffee was ignited during a trip to Italy, leading him to explore various coffee-growing regions and even create a web series about coffee farming in Guatemala. This dedication to his craft and innovative roasting techniques have garnered him recognition, including two recent Bronze medals at the 2024 Golden Bean Awards. Ethical sourcing is a cornerstone of City Boy Coffee, with Falber fostering close relationships with farmers to ensure fair practices. Falber regularly engages with the coffee community through educational events and initiatives, and when he's not roasting, he performs with Second City in Brooklyn.

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How many tickets can I reserve? 

If you are an Insider level member ($20/month), you can reserve 1 ticket to this event. Explorer level members ($30/month) or Superfan ($100/month) can reserve 2 tickets. If you are a Support or Enthusiast level member but would like to attend, it’s easy to upgrade your account here

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The event is sold out?

In-person Insider tours may have limited capacity and are booked on a first come, first served basis.

But don’t worry! Sometimes spots open up closer to the event date if there are cancellations. We also repeat our most popular events when possible so you will have another opportunity to join us. There are also multiple other members-only events weekly that you can join in!

What if I need to cancel?

If you cancel more than 48 hours ahead of the scheduled event, you will receive a 100%. When canceled less than 48 hours before the start of your tour, you will receive a gift card that can be used on any future events. Please be courteous to your fellow Insiders and let us know if you can no longer attend so we can offer your spot to another person.

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