About
Hi, I'm Binny Varghese , CQI Certified Q Processor, a Coffee Consultant & Educator
Coffee enthusiast, who loves to travel (preferably on motorcycles).
I work as a consultant (for Coffee Farms and Coffee Shops & Roasters ).
Certified by CQI
Q processor. (one of a very few in India)
Q Lecturer (2023)
Asst. Q Processing Instructor (2023)
Run a coffee podcast - “protocol coffee podcast”
Produced, directed and made a documentary- India’s first documentary on specialty coffee.
2022 National Barista Championship Finalist
NBC - Awardee - Best Presentation Skills
Traveled solo on motorcycle around India and Nepal (21000 km ) for 100 days - (for coffee)
started the career in Hotels, work experience in India, Europe, USA & Middle East.
Consultation with
Barista on Bike
The entire idea of consultation is that you should not need me ( once the base work is done) probably a bad business model. But that’s exactly my intent, I want to spread the knowledge in such a way that clients learn about the subject and should be able to eventually work on their own. Retainer-ship model is only to consistently maintain quality and for continuous development & innovation.
Remember the saying “teach a man to fish “ (or a woman)
Head down to the ‘services’ page to know more how can we both work together on your project , whether it is for the Coffee processing at Farm, Roasting, Setting up a coffee business, setting up a café/coffee shop or Train you (and your team in coffee making and service)
Reach out to me on Email (preferred) or Call.
Post Harvest Coffee Processing
Cafe / Coffee Consultation
Coffee Training and Workshops
Roasting Consultation
Events
Special Projects
What Clients have to say about us
Mokai Cafe, Bandra, Mumbai
It was a pleasure working and LEARNING from you. While you were training me and the team of mokai, there was so so much we explored about coffee and including the basics and also the technicalities of it. It was never a moment where someone felt awkward before asking you anything because you created such a warm and amazing environment. You were also one of the most patient instructors that we’ve ever come across and team mokai will always remain to be a fan of you. I’m extremely thankful to have found your number because the coffee program you set up for us has been very very helpful. Thank you so much and we’re glad to have you as a part of our team 🙏💟😍😇
Also thank you for answering the same questions 10 times without getting irritated
Karreena ,
Founder,
Mokai Cafe, Bandra, Mumbai
Aosa Cafe & Roastery, Udaipur, Rajasthan
We collaborated with baristaonbike (binny) for our Coffee Roastery & café in Udaipur; it was an amazing experience working with him. As a business owner you need a consultant who is punctual, time bound, thorough with the skills, a good teacher who can share his knowledge with the team and make them feel comfortable. Binny was well aware with the market trends, coffee trends which helped us to place the right product in the city. Because of our experience we hired him as a retainer for our business which is helping us to keep ourselves updated with market trends.
Shakti,
Co-founder,
AOSA - Cafe, Roastery & Bakery,
Udaipur
No. 10 Coffee Club, Ooty, Tamil Nadu
Was introduced to Binny while talking to a few people I know in the international Coffee Circle. With a kiosk space on a prominent street in the Nilgiris, the idea was to build a product that would not only suit the visitors of the hill station but engage the tastebuds of the Local community we grew up and share a close bond with.
No matter the size of the project Binny came on board ready after understanding the challenge, Binny patiently guided the process in simple terms where we could engage with an Architect to establish a plan that used the most available space without hurting existing neighbours.
Though the project faced multiple delays and challenges while we put it together Binny was extremely professional and adapted to any changes that occurred in the most sporting spirits. He ensured he blended into the family learning how best he could establish a product line we were so keen on.
He then laid the negotiable and the non negotiable aspects of the business personally training the workforce and building confidence into the team to perfect what we were known for. Though the project was far from complete, it was Binny who inculcated a work style and ethic that will build the identity of Number 10 Coffee Club
Mazhar ,
Co- Founder,
Number 10 Coffee Club,
Ooty
The North Star Cafe, Bangalore, Karnataka
When I was setting up my cafe in Bangalore and needed a coffee consultant, I was very wary because of my past experiences with consultants for my previous hospitality projects. I wanted someone helpful, effective, and reasonably priced. Thankfully, a friend recommended Binny, and after my first meeting with him, I knew he was the right fit for my project. Binny's approach was clear - he is friendly, approachable, and incredibly skilled at his job.
Binny played a pivotal role in launching my cafe - North Star Cafe. He did more than just help with the menu; he gave multiple ideas and suggestions for the cafe. From selecting the perfect beans to sourcing them, Binny guided us at every step. His expertise in helping you choose the right beans, getting the recipes/flavours right and most importantly his ability to manage multiple projects and give ample time to each of his clients is commendable. He knew exactly which flavors and profiles would complement our menu, and ofcourse he had the knowledge on where to find good quality beans and how to set up the entire supply chain.
Thanks to Binny, we've received fantastic feedback about our coffees. If you're ever in need of a coffee consultant who knows his stuff, Binny's your guy. He's not just a consultant; he's a coffee wizard!
Devanshi ,
Founder,
The Oyster Bar & North Star Cafe ,
Bangalore
Last House Coffee, Hyderabad, Telangana
We took Binny’s help with curating LastHouse Coffee’s mission and menu. From the beginning, Binny was most excited about our plans and has been extremely supportive even though this was a first-of -it’s kind mission and most definitely an experiment. He has immense knowledge about the industry and the people associated with the industry and this made it very easy for us to build our identity. He curated the coffee menu with utmost care and responsibility/ trained our baristas to understand everything from crop to cup; and our coffeeshop has since been thriving. He is also now helping us with our farm - Sunrise estate’s processing and has already imparted a great amount of information needed for us to get started.
To conclude, we wouldn’t have had the confidence to build this brand and execute such great coffees without Binny in the mix. We are extremely grateful for all his help and wouldn’t think twice to take his help again.
Naina ,
Founder,
The Last House Cafe,
Hyderabad
Trip Machine Cafe, Gurugram, Haryana
I have worked with Binny on two separate occasions in my coffee journey and it has been an absolute pleasure. He has been invaluable and I could have setup Trip Machine without him.
One of the things that I really appreciate about Binny is that he is always available. No matter what time of day it is or where I happen to be, he is always just a phone call or message away. It's truly been a lifesaver for me as I navigate the complex world of coffee branding and marketing.
His knowledge of the coffee industry is simply unrivalled. He has a wealth of experience and expertise that he is more than happy to share with me. Whether I have a question about sourcing beans, roasting techniques, or marketing strategies, he always has a thoughtful and well-informed answer.
One of the things that really impressed me about Binny is that he doesn't seem to have any biases when it comes to coffee. He is equally passionate about a wide range of coffee types and origins, and he is always eager to help me explore new options. This open-mindedness is something that I really value, as it allows me to make informed decisions about my brand rather than being swayed by any particular agenda.
We also bond over our common love for motorcycles and travel which is what got me hooked to him. Working with Binny has been a truly enriching experience, both personally and professionally, and I am grateful for everything he has done for me and Trip Machine.
Siddharth Singh,
Founder,
Trip Machine Coffee
KuttinKhan Estate, Chikmaglur, Karnataka
Binny and I worked together recently during the 22-23 harvest. The first thing I need to be grateful to Binny for is sparking my interest in what comes after just growing "Good Coffee". Binny's got a motivating, challenging personality that pushed me to say "why not", to learn and try new things I haven't done before. He's got a very clean, simple, patient approach that made me feel comfortable and enabled me to get more involved, to ask more questions and thereby, learn more. Lastly, Binny is a super friendly person whom I could connect with which made the whole experience more fun and less transactional."
Mayuk Rebello, Kuttinkhan Estate