Spend two hours with a family roaster in Dominicus Village learning how Dominican specialty coffee is harvested, roasted and tasted. Small-group, accessible sessions include a live roasting demo and guided cupping in English, French or Spanish.
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The room smells of warm beans and citrus peel; sunlight from Dominicus Village cuts across a long wooden table where burlap sacks wait like old maps. You stand with a small group while a family roaster lifts a steaming tray, the first crack of a small-batch roast punctuating a quiet afternoon in Bayahibe.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Minimal physical exertion — light standing and short walks from nearby resorts are required
Wildlife
History
Coffee became an important crop in the Dominican Republic during the 19th century; today smallholder farms in the central highlands supply specialty beans to coastal roasters.
Conservation
Many Dominican specialty producers favor shade-grown and small-lot practices that support forest cover and local biodiversity; support family-run operations to keep economic benefits local.
Reserve your spot on the The Coffee Experience today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Check the language schedule
Sessions run in Spanish (Mon), French (Wed) and English (Fri) — book the day that matches your language for the best experience.
Arrive slightly early
The session starts promptly and is only two hours; arrive 5–10 minutes early to settle in and access the tasting at the end.
Stay hydrated
Sampling coffee is sensory work — bring a water bottle to cleanse your palate between tastings, especially on warm days.
Accessibility note
The venue is wheelchair and stroller accessible, but contact the host ahead of time for any special needs.
Comfortable shoes
You’ll stand and move around a small roasting area — closed-toe shoes are recommended.
Reusable water bottle
Hydration helps reset your palate between coffee samples and keeps you comfortable in warm weather.
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Notebook and pen
Take tasting notes and jot down roast profiles and brewing tips to reproduce at home.
Camera or phone
Small-batch roasting is photogenic — bring a camera for documentation and to share with the roaster.