Do I need any prior coffee knowledge?

No prior knowledge is needed; the workshop is designed for beginners and enthusiasts alike.

Is the experience suitable for kids?

Participants must be at least 13 years old to join for safety and engagement reasons.

Can I take home the coffee I roast?

Yes, you receive a 40g packet of your freshly roasted beans to enjoy later.

What brewing methods will I learn?

You’ll explore pour-over and moka pot brewing techniques during the workshop.

What happens if less than four people sign up?

You can reschedule, invite friends to join for a discount, or upgrade to a private session.

Is the workshop indoors or outdoors?

The session is held in The Nomad’s Tent and, when available, on the rooftop garden.

Singapore’s First Live Coffee Roasting Experience at The Sundowner

In the heart of Singapore, where skyscrapers meet vibrant cultural corners, The Sundowner offers a one-of-a-kind workshop that transforms coffee lovers into artisan roasters. Located at 705a East Coast Road, this trailblazing experience invites participants aged 13 and above to get hands-on with coffee like never before.

This 1.5-hour session unfolds in The Nomad’s Tent, a quirky desert-themed bar, or its lush garden rooftop when space allows. Here, casual coffee aficionados learn the nuanced journey from raw bean to cup under the guidance of an expert in-house barista. Beyond typical coffee tastings, you’ll witness a live coffee plant, giving a rare glimpse of coffee’s true origin before venturing into roasting. Using a traditional coffee roasting drum over fire, you’ll personally roast your batch, grinding beans by hand and experimenting with brewing methods including pour-over and moka pot.

What makes this experience stand out in Singapore’s bustling food and beverage scene is its immersive, tactile approach to the world’s favorite brew. Unlike commercial coffee chains or automated machines, this workshop returns you to the source, unveiling the art and science behind every sip. The intimate group size—capped at eight participants—ensures personalized attention, making every roast unique.

After roasting, you get to enjoy your freshly brewed coffee alongside fresh bagels, pairing the rich aromas with simple but satisfying flavors. You also take home a 40-gram packet of your roasted beans to recreate your coffee at home, a lasting souvenir from a rich sensory journey.

Singapore’s tropical climate poses no barrier to this indoor-outdoor hybrid experience, inviting both locals and travelers to slow down and savor the coffee ritual. It’s particularly special for those who want to deepen their connection to the beverage beyond the cafe counter, diving into its environmental, cultural, and craft elements.

For visitors staying in Singapore, East Coast Road presents easy access and a vibrant neighborhood to explore after your session, filled with eateries, parks, and beachside views.

Whether you’re a coffee novice or an enthusiastic connoisseur, The Sundowner’s roasting workshop demystifies the process while delivering genuine craft coffee skills. This isn't just a tasting; it’s a full-bodied adventure, a fresh brew of education and enjoyment that your palate and curiosity will thank you for.

About The Sundowner

The Sundowner is a Singapore-based experiential venue offering hands-on workshops, rooftop adventures, and farm-based activities for families, couples, and private groups. Located in Singapore, it runs a diverse program including rooftop ice baths, cocktail-mixing sessions in The Nomad's Tent, mead-making workshops, live coffee roasting, terrarium classes, and various fermentation and permaculture experiences.

Guests can book private and public options such as the Rooftop Ice Bath add-on, private cocktail mixing, and kids-only pizza parties. The Nomad's Tent sessions feature a sand floor and rooftop garden sunset views. The rooftop farm hosts activities that introduce visitors to apiary visits, honey tasting, worm hunts, and ant observations for education and engagement.

Workshops cover craft and culinary skills: mead making includes apiary exploration and personalized bottling; roast-your-own-coffee sessions teach bean origins and hands-on roasting; terrarium and mini zen garden classes focus on soil, microorganisms, and sustainable plant scaping. Fermentation experiences teach kimchi, kombucha, and other gut-friendly ferments.

The Sundowner accommodates private events, school tours, and family-friendly programming. Experiences listed in its program include Bean to Bar Chocolate, permaculture tours, salad and sugarcane workshops, rearing chickens, honey ice cream, and pizza-making options. Booking information, pricing, and availability are provided through The Sundowner's official reservation channels. The venue emphasizes educational experiences, practical skills, and memorable hands-on activities in an urban rooftop and farm setting.

Many experiences provide alcohol-free or mocktail alternatives, and several workshops offer private booking or school-tour formats tailored to different age groups and group sizes for flexible scheduling. See official listings for details.