Demonstrations

We’re delighted to present some of the best speakers in the business. Be sure to visit the demonstration stage while you’re at the Cincinnati Coffee Festival.

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How Does Water Quality Affect Home Coffee Brewing? Saturday 8:30am In this presentation, we will discuss some of the key water quality factors affecting home coffee brewing. We’ll learn more about how water modulates the flavor of coffee and how you can optimize your home brewing experience. Don’t miss this flavor-packed presentation! Stephen Hall, Co-founder, Tinker Coffee Company Stephen Hall is the co-founder of Tinker Coffee Co in Indianapolis, IN. With professional experience in both the wine and coffee industries, Steve brings a unique sensory appreciation to his craft.
	Local and Functional Ice Tea \| A Trio of Samples Saturday 10:15 Tasty and healthy tea grown in Ohio? Yes, it does exist! Join us for a discussion about iced tea recipes with a focus on natural sweetness and coloring utilizing local flowers and fruits. Sample three recipes and learn about functional tea blends combining for health and taste; add locally grown fruit, flowers, herbs, and honey and you have perfection in a cup! Cass Ruhlman, Teamaker and Owner, Antiquity Teahouse Cass Ruhlman is the owner of Antiquity Teahouse located in Hamilton, OH. Farm to Teacup is the motto at Antiquity Teahouse. Over the past decade Cass has worked as a tea blender and tea grower. Antiquity Teahouse features only organic teas with Ohio grown fruit, flowers, herbs & honey. Cass especially enjoys creating locally grown herbal tea blends as well as tea garden education.
Making Espresso with Fig Coffee Saturday 11:30am Fig coffee has been around as a coffee alternative for at least 150 years. But one of the little known properties of fig coffee is that it can be used to make robust brews such as espresso, moka pot, or Turkish coffee. In fact, it really shines using these brewing techniques since figs are alkaline and don’t have the bitterness that coffee does when brewed to strength. Come learn about the magic of brewed figs! Andy Whitehead, President, FigBrew Andy Whitehead is President and Founder of FigBrew in Huntsville, AL. He holds a PhD in Physics from the University of Texas at Austin and has started several successful companies based on solutions hiding in plain sight.
	Healing and Happiness with Caribbean Hibiscus “Just Drink It” Saturday 1:00pm Experience the history of the hibiscus flower by joining the CEO and Founder of Caribbean Hibiscus for an exclusive and informative session on why the hibiscus flower is one of the most versatile plants. Both healthy and delicious, enjoy the wonderful samples of food and beverages that can be made with hibiscus. Zoi Wiley, CEO and Founder, Caribbean Hibiscus Zoi is an avid traveler and restauranteur who spent 4 years living in Trinidad and opening a restaurant while immersing in the culture of the island. In 2016 she began giving sorrel away to friends and family. It’s delicious taste and health benefits led her to establish Caribbean Hibiscus which is now distributed both nationally and internationally.
Chai: Real Ingredients, Authentic Taste Sunday 10:00am Chai For will host a comprehensive chai-making presentation and tasting, tracing the concise evolution of Chai from its origins to its introduction in the US, and culminating in its current status in the country. The demonstration will include an intimate visual, physical, and tasting exploration of the ingredients used in Chai, culminating in an opportunity for attendees to sample Chai. Colin Wiseman, Founder, Chai For As the founder4 of Chai For, Colin has successfully transformed a modest farmers market endeavor into a prominent national Chai brand. Colin is passionate about redefining the perception of Chai, striving to reestablish its connection to its traditional roots. Chai For focuses on all-natural ingredients, a departure from the diluted, sugar-laden versions often found.
	How Does Water Quality Affect Home Coffee Brewing? Sunday 11:30am In this presentation, we will discuss some of the key water quality factors affecting home coffee brewing. We’ll learn more about how water modulates the flavor of coffee and how you can optimize your home brewing experience. Don’t miss this flavor-packed presentation! Stephen Hall, Co-founder, Tinker Coffee Company Stephen Hall is the co-founder of Tinker Coffee Co in Indianapolis, IN. With professional experience in both the wine and coffee industries, Steve brings a unique sensory appreciation to his craft.
Coffee and Tea Mocktails Sunday 1:00pm Experience a taste of Analog, a unique bar inside Carabello Coffee in Newport, KY that uses coffee and tea as an ingredient. Learn about the growing mocktail and zero-proof industry while sampling original recipes created by the Analog team. Cheyne Schuchardt, Analog Bar Manager Cheyne leads the day to day of the Analog bar. His creativity and enthusiasm have become a trademark for the Carabello brand. He is known for creating unique seasonal mocktails.
	Making Espresso with Fig Coffee Sunday 2:00pm Fig coffee has been around as a coffee alternative for at least 150 years. But one of the little known properties of fig coffee is that it can be used to make robust brews such as espresso, moka pot, or Turkish coffee. In fact, it really shines using these brewing techniques since figs are alkaline and don’t have the bitterness that coffee does when brewed to strength. Come learn about the magic of brewed figs! Andy Whitehead, President, FigBrew Andy Whitehead is President and Founder of FigBrew in Huntsville, AL. He holds a PhD in Physics from the University of Texas at Austin and has started several successful companies based on solutions hiding in plain sight.