INTRODUCTION TO CQI CUPPING

This Introduction to CQI Cupping class will help you explore the sensory coffee cupping fundamentals. Through practical exercises, learn to becoming familiar with the CQI cupping protocol. Let's embark on this tasting journey together!

This class teaches all new coffee people how to set up a cupping and evaluate coffee consistent with the CQI's best practices and protocols for Q Graders.  ​

Description: In this 2-day class, attendees will learn the fundamental mechanics of olfaction (fragrance & aroma), gustation (flavor & aftertaste), texture (body & mouthfeel) and aroma memory recall. They will apply these mechanics while learning how to compare and describe coffee attributes found in both Arabica and Robusta species of coffee.

Attendees will be taught how to determine proper dosing for cupping bowls and set up a table. They will cup multiple flights of coffee and calibration their evaluations. Attendees will begin to learn the common language of coffee quality and explore ways to continue their professional cupping and coffee education.

Who is it for: New coffee people, novice cuppers, or even coffee enthusiasts looking to better understand coffee flavor and how quality is professionally evaluated.

Students that successfully attend the class will be given a participation award upon completion.

This class requires a minimum of 6 students, please write to hello@coffeacompany.com for registration.

PLEASE READ OUR REFUND POLICY AND RESCHEDULING FEES BEFORE PURCHASE. 

Once you have booked and your payment is confirmed, we will begin the process of preparing your class. It takes time, effort and coffee materials to have everything ready for you to attend this course.

These classes have limited seats and sell out or require minimum enrollment in order to be held; canceling the class would therefore mean preventing other students from attending.

You can reschedule 20 or more days before the start of your class. 

You may request a refund 20 or more days before the start of the class LESS A 20% FEE.

Within 20 days from the start of your class,  rescheduling or cancellations are no longer possible.