Coffee Cupping: A Journey into Flavor Perception

Embark on a sensory adventure with our Coffee Cupping Course, perfect for coffee lovers who want to explore the world of flavor assessment and deepen their understanding of coffee tasting. This hands-on course will introduce you to the art of coffee cupping, following the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) guidelines. Under the guidance of coffee experts, you'll learn how to taste, evaluate, and describe the flavors of coffee with confidence, all while expanding your sensory palate.

What You’ll Learn:

• Introduction to Coffee Cupping: Understand the fundamentals of cupping and its role in the coffee industry.
• SCA Flavor Wheel: Learn how to use this essential tool to identify and describe coffee flavor profiles.
• Fragrance & Aroma Recognition: Develop your ability to recognize fruit notes, spices, and other aromatic descriptors.
• Flavor Perception Intensity Scale: Learn how to assess the intensity of flavors and the subtleties in coffee.
• Coffee Tasting: Explore a diverse selection of coffees from different regions, varieties, and processing methods.
• Quality Assessment: Gain the skills to evaluate the quality of coffee based on its sensory attributes.

Course Features:

• Interactive Sessions: Led by passionate, experienced coffee professionals who share their love for coffee.
• Guided Tasting Sessions: Taste a variety of carefully selected specialty coffees that highlight different flavor profiles.
• Hands-on Exercises: Practice your cupping skills and enhance your sensory vocabulary.
• Insightful Discussions: Explore the importance of flavor in coffee and how it shapes consumer preferences.
• Networking Opportunities: Connect with other coffee enthusiasts and industry professionals.
• Course Materials: Take home valuable resources to continue your learning journey.