How long is the class?

The masterclass runs two hours, with roasting, cupping, and hands-on brewing included.

Do I need prior coffee experience?

No—this course is for all skill levels and covers fundamentals as well as technical tips.

Is there an age limit?

There is no specified age limit in the listing; contact the operator for questions about minors attending.

Each participant leaves with a small bag of beans and a printed brew guide summarizing grind and extraction recipes.

How many people are in a group?

Groups are capped at ten to ensure hands-on time and individualized feedback.

Where does the coffee come from?

The class highlights specialty beans sourced from Veracruz and discusses the producers and farming practices behind them.

Sip Like a Pro: Coffee Masterclass with Master Roaster David Báez in San José del Cabo | Workshop | Cooking Class

On a sunlit courtyard at Tamarindos Mexican Farm -To Table in San José del Cabo, Baja California Sur, Mexico, the smell of freshly cracked beans and warm wood smoke breaks the hush of morning. The Coffee Masterclass led by Master Roaster David Báez compresses a world of flavor, science, and local context into a focused two-hour experience. Designed for curious coffee lovers, the workshop covers bean origins, roasting mechanics, cupping comparisons, and hands-on brewing so each guest leaves with a practiced pour and a small take-home bag. The session begins with a short primer on Veracruz beans—Mexico’s most storied coffee-growing region—explaining how elevation, soil, and harvest methods shape acidity and sweetness. Participants move to a roasting station where David demonstrates roast profiles on a small drum roaster, highlighting color shifts, aroma development, and key temperature points. At the cupping table you’ll perform blind tastings that clarify body, acidity, and tasting notes while comparing roast levels and varietals. Practical extraction comes next: pour-over, French press, and espresso basics are shown and then practiced. Every guest completes a guided extraction to dial in a cup, learning grind, yield, and water temperature targets. The class keeps numbers precise but approachable—expect clear rules of thumb you can apply at home. The group size is limited to ten, which means personalized feedback and time to ask technical questions. Tamarindos Mexican Farm -To Table brings a farm-to-table ethic to the experience, pairing coffee education with the Baja context: desert flora like cardón cactus rim the property and the Sea of Cortez sits a short drive away, so the taste of place feels present. The workshop also highlights responsible sourcing and the Veracruz producers behind the beans, offering a cultural thread that ties your cup to Mexico’s coffee history. This masterclass is practical and sensory, equal parts science lab and tasting bar. Photographers will appreciate close-ups of glossy beans, streaming crema, and the rustic roasting gear. Whether you’re chasing a better morning pour or deeper knowledge of Mexican specialty coffee, this two-hour session with David Báez at Tamarindos is a concentrated, well-crafted way to upgrade how you brew and appreciate coffee. Practical details are straightforward: the class runs two hours and is designed for all skill levels, with no prior training required. Groups are capped at ten to preserve hands-on time and individual troubleshooting. Expect to taste multiple roast stages and leave with a small bag of beans and a printed brew guide that summarizes grind settings and recipes. The setting at Tamarindos Mexican Farm -To Table is casual—bring comfortable shoes and a sense of curiosity. For visitors staying in San José del Cabo, the workshop provides a compact, flavorful way to connect with Mexican coffee culture.

About Los Tamarindos Farm to Table

Los Tamarindos Farm to Table is a family-run farm and hospitality venue located near San José del Cabo, Baja California Sur. The property focuses on farm-to-table experiences that connect visitors with local ingredients and traditional cooking techniques. Guests can choose hands-on culinary programs, including private cooking classes held in an open-air kitchen where participants prepare a four-course meal using organic produce grown on the farm. A public cooking class is also offered as an option.

On-site accommodations include several farmside bungalows and suite-style bungalows. Bungalow 1–3 are cozy units with palapa roofs, air conditioning, and private patios, while Bungalow Suite 7–8 provides larger space with king-size beds, a small private pool, and a bar area. All accommodations include a complimentary breakfast featuring fresh fruit and rotating daily specials.

Visitors receive a welcome lemongrass iced tea during certain culinary experiences and a guided introduction to the farm’s history before cooking begins. Meals are enjoyed at communal tables designed to showcase the farm’s seasonal harvest.

Los Tamarindos emphasizes sustainable, organic agriculture and culinary education rooted in local Baja California Sur ingredients. The venue operates as both a working farm and a guest destination, pairing lodging with experiential food programs. Credentials are grounded in on-site production and consistent guest amenities such as breakfast service, climate-controlled rooms, and dedicated cooking spaces. The combination of farm access, structured culinary classes, and rustic accommodations makes Los Tamarindos a reliable choice for travelers seeking authentic food-focused stays near San José del Cabo.

Reservations recommended for peak season.

Sip Like a Pro: Coffee Masterclass with Master Roaster David Báez in San José del Cabo

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