Coffee Companion (CCA) — free barista tools by Cottle Coffee Academy

Coffee Companion (CCA) is the barista toolkit from Cottle Coffee Academy. Every bench tool and the KL coffee map are free to use. Creating an account is free; Pro at RM25 a month (RM20 for enrolled students) keeps your coffee journal, café tastings and community history.

The Coffee Companion App supports anyone's journey as they explore coffee professionally. Dial-in, cup cost, milk, water, taste and a map of KL coffee — every tool free to use. No card. Pro remembers everything you taste.

Is the Coffee Companion app free to use?

Yes for the tools. Create an account and every bench tool plus the KL coffee map is available with no card. Pro is the paid layer that saves your journal, café tastings and community history.

What does Pro include?

Pro is RM25 a month (RM20 if you’re enrolled in a course). It keeps the coffees you log, the brews, the places you taste in KL, and the recipes you share. Cancel any time.

Do I need a course to use the tools?

No. The tools are for anyone pulling shots — home, café, or between classes. The in-person courses are a separate door.

Where is Cottle Academy?

Sunway Damansara, Petaling Jaya. Classes are max 8 students on commercial machines. WhatsApp +60 12-650 1615.

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