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FM Grinder Master Class in Malaysia
World Judge Guest Instructor: Catherine Gu
Master grind precision, extraction balance, and cross-grinder sensory evaluation with FM Grinder, JWC Academy, and One Half.
Why Join This Master Class
Precision Grinding with FM Grinder
Understand the mechanics, calibration, and performance behind FM’s excellence.
Learn from a World-Level Judge
Gain insights from international competition experience and sensory expertise.
Hands-on Calibration & Tasting
Practical dial-in, sensory comparisons, and real-world extraction adjustments.
For Baristas, Café Owners & Competitors
Built for people who want better consistency, quality control, and sensory judgement.
About the Master Class
This FM coffee grinder master class in Malaysia is designed to help you master grind precision and extraction balance through science, hands-on practice, and sensory evaluation.
You’ll explore the design philosophy of the FM Grinder, dial-in strategies for espresso extraction, and cross-grinder comparisons to understand how different burrs and flow rates shape flavor.
Whether you’re a barista, café owner, or competitor, this coffee grinder workshop will elevate your skills and confidence at the bar.
What You Will Learn
Concentration & Extraction Yield
Understand how TDS and extraction yield affect flavor balance, clarity, and body.
FM Grinder – Design & Dial-in Logic
The design philosophy of the FM Grinder and practical calibration strategies.
Espresso Comparison
Sensory comparison of different grinders at the same flow rate, including flat burr vs. conical burr flavor differences.
Cross-Grinder Coffee Comparison
Evaluating coffees with different processing methods across grinders, including cupping and pour over.
Catherine Gu
- Guest Instructor
- World competition judge / sensory expert
- Specialty coffee educator
- Focus: extraction, grinder calibration, sensory evaluation
Event Details
Date
11 May 2026
Time
10:00am – 4:00pm
Venue
One Half Roastery
Language
English & Chinese
Suitable For
Baristas, café owners, coffee enthusiasts, competition-minded brewers
Frequent Asked Questions
No advanced experience is required, but this master class is best suited for baristas, café owners, coffee enthusiasts, and brewers who already understand basic coffee extraction. The session will focus on grinder calibration, espresso comparison, TDS, extraction yield, and sensory evaluation.
Yes. This is a hands-on master class. Participants will observe and practise grinder adjustment, espresso dial-in logic, extraction comparison, and tasting evaluation using FM Grinder and other grinder references.
The class includes theory sharing, FM Grinder design and dial-in explanation, espresso comparison, cross-grinder coffee tasting, sensory discussion, and practical calibration guidance from guest instructor Catherine Gu.
The class will be conducted in English.
You can register by clicking the Register Now button on this page or by scanning the QR code. For questions about seats, payment, or group registration, you may contact JWC Academy through WhatsApp.