A community space where the world discovers Ethiopian coffee culture and learns from the birthplace of coffee.
Common Grounds bridges the gap between coffee origins and the global market. We are a coffee education and trade facilitation platform dedicated to educating consumers, supporting producers, and enabling transparent transactions across the supply chain.
We combine certified Q Grader expertise with high-end digital marketing and impact entrepreneurship to create a comprehensive ecosystem. Our integrated approach includes professional coffee education, direct producer support, and immersive digital storytelling all rooted in our central coffee lab in Addis Ababa.
We believe in democratizing coffee knowledge and amplifying the voices of origin communities. By transforming how the world experiences and sources coffee, we're creating a more equitable and transparent global ecosystem.
Who We Are
Upcoming Courses
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Q Grader Course
Oct 5.2026 (6 days)
A rigorous 6-day program designed to train and certify coffee professionals in evaluating coffee quality based on SCA standards.
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Barista Workshop
August 18.2026 (6 days)
Learn how to set a grinder, prepare quality espresso, steam & texture milk, & practice basic latte art.
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CVA Course
August 24.2026 (2 days)
Through guided practice, cupping sessions, discussions, and structured sensory exercises, you will learn how to apply the updated CVA tools and elevate their sensory evaluation skills.
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SCA Brewing Course
Sept 26.2026 (8 hrs - Foundation)
This 8-hour practical course focuses on brewing methods, recipe creation, and sensory evaluation, helping participants achieve consistent and high-quality results.
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SCA Green & Sensory Combo
Sept 16.2026 (3 days - Foundation)
Through interactive learning, explore the journey of coffee from farm to market, including production, processing, grading, storage, trade, and basic quality evaluation.
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Roasting Foundation & Coffee Processing
Coming Soon