David Gonthier’s Coffee Lab is Brewing a New Era of Education
Get ready to sip on this: The University of Kentucky is about to serve up a bold new chapter in coffee education. David Gonthier, a professor with roots in Honduras, has launched a program that blends science, culture, and hands-on learning—transforming coffee from a morning ritual into a global conversation. His work at the UK Coffee Lab isn’t just about beans; it’s about building bridges between farmers, roasters, and students who want to understand coffee’s full story. Gonthier’s program, anchored by a “Coffee, Science and Culture” certificate, is designed to span the entire coffee value chain—farm to cup. Two courses…