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Elika Liftee

Roasting & Origins Instructor Coffee Roasting & Green Sourcing
10+ Years Experience
4 Certifications
3 Awards

"Every coffee has a story that starts at origin. My job is to help you hear that story clearly in every cup."

Areas of Expertise
Roasting Cupping Origins Quality Control

About Elika

Elika Liftee's coffee career spans the entire supply chain, from visiting farms at origin to roasting and cupping thousands of samples each year. Her holistic understanding of coffee makes her one of the most versatile educators in the industry. ## From Origin to Cup Elika has traveled to coffee-producing regions across the world, building direct relationships with farmers and developing sourcing programs that prioritize quality and sustainability. This firsthand experience informs every lesson she teaches. ## Roasting Excellence As a skilled roaster and Q Grader, Elika understands how to unlock a coffee's potential through careful profile development. Her roasting courses cover everything from basic principles to advanced profiling techniques. ## Quality Control At Onyx Coffee Lab, Elika oversees quality control and education, ensuring consistency across production while training the next generation of coffee professionals. Her systematic approach to cupping and quality assurance has set industry standards.