The Art and Science of Roasting Coffee (Pawtucket Roastery)

Fri Feb 13 2026 at 04:00 pm to 05:30 pm UTC-05:00

Borealis Coffee Roastery | Pawtucket

Borealis Coffee Bristol
Publisher/HostBorealis Coffee Bristol
The Art and Science of Roasting Coffee (Pawtucket Roastery)
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Learn how coffee’s flavors come to life in the roaster at a beginner-friendly workshop led by Head Roaster Russell Hanley in Pawtucket.
About this Event

Learn how coffee’s flavors come to life in the roaster at a beginner-friendly workshop led by Head Roaster Russell Hanley in Pawtucket.

The coffee roasting process has long been cloaked in mystery and intrigue, with the secrets of the trade closely guarded by craftspeople who toil behind the big steel drums of coffee roasting machines. How does the roasting process unlock coffee’s beautiful rainbow of flavors and aromas? What control does the coffee roaster have over the complex chemical reactions that unfold in these steel drums? Join us at our roastery in Pawtucket to learn about coffee roasting with guest instructor and Borealis Head Roaster Russell Hanley.

Participants will learn about the stages of a coffee roast and the unique mechanics of the Loring machine on which we roast all of our coffee. We will also have an opportunity to taste a variety of roast samples to better appreciate the impact of roasting on the final cup. This workshop is a beginner-level introduction to the art and science of roasting open to all coffee enthusiasts.


Getting Here: Your GPS will likely take you to Grotto Ave, which dead-ends before you get to our location. Enter from San Antonio Ave off of Mineral Spring Ave. We're across the parking lot from Foolproof Brewery.


Ticket price includes a 12-oz bag of one of our classic roasts.


**Cancellation Policy:** Due to limited class sizes, cancellations must be made at least 72 hours before your scheduled class to allow us to fill the spot. No-shows without prior notice will not receive a refund. By purchasing a ticket, you accept these terms. Thank you for your understanding.

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Borealis Coffee Roastery, 241 Grotto Avenue, Pawtucket, United States

Tickets

USD 30.80

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