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The Art of Coffee: A Tasting Journey Featuring Mission Grounds Coffee

Step into a sensory experience where coffee becomes culture, and every sip tells a story β¨
β¨ Event Highlights
β’ ποΈ Museum admission included with tasting ticket
β’ β Guided tasting of four Central & South American coffees
β’ π₯ Live brewing demos: ROK espresso + Moka pot magic
β’ ποΈ Shop premium coffee + crafted beverages available for purchase
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Event Details
ποΈ Date: June 5, 2026
β° Time: 10:00 AM β 11:00 AM
π Location: Imagine Museum
π Address: 1901 Central Ave, St. Petersburg, FL
ποΈ Tickets:
β’ General Admission: $10
β’ Museum Members: $5
β οΈ This is a structured tasting experience. All samples are curated tasting portions, not full beverages.
π What Youβll Experience
Discover how geography π, roast level π₯, and brewing technique β influence every cup, shaping:
β’ Aroma π
β’ Body π«Ά
β’ Acidity β‘
β’ Finish β¨
β Featured Coffees & Preparations
β’ π¬πΉ Guatemalan Blend β Iced Coffee βοΈ
Bright, crisp, and refreshing with subtle fruit notes
β’ π¨π· Costa Rican Blend β Hot Brew β
Smooth, balanced, and warmly aromatic
β’ π¨π΄ Colombian Blend β Manual Espresso (ROK) βοΈ
Medium roast with layered sweetness and depth
β’ π΅πͺ Peruvian Blend β Moka Pot Brew π₯
Bold, rich, and deeply satisfying with a lasting finish
π§ Brewing Methods Youβll See
β’ βοΈ Iced Coffee Extraction
β’ β Hot Brew Technique
β’ βοΈ Manual Espresso (ROK Maker)
β’ π₯ Moka Pot Brewing
ποΈ After the Experience
Keep the experience going with:
β’ β Hot coffee, iced coffee, and lattes
β’ π₯ Milk options: oat, almond, or half & half
Retail Coffee Available:
β’ π« Whole Bean Coffee (10oz) β $15
β’ πΏ Fresh Ground Coffee (10oz) β $15
π Every purchase supports Mission Grounds Coffee and Chef Marques Clarkβs community work.
π¨πΎβπ³ The Experience
Chef Marques Clark, founder of YES CHEF VILLAGE, Inc., brings coffee, culture, and history together through immersive storytelling ππ₯
As a steward of African American foodways, he preserves ancestral traditions through education, demonstration, and flavor.
π― Proceeds support:
β’ Cultural lectures π£οΈ
β’ Storytelling programs π
β’ Culinary heritage preservation π½οΈ
π Final Note
This is more than a tastingβ¦
Itβs a journey through tradition, technique, and impact ββ¨
ποΈ Seats are intentionally limited to preserve the experience.
Secure your spot and be part of something meaningful, flavorful, and unforgettable.
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