Description
Course Information
The CQI Q Coffee System is an internationally recognized program designed to evaluate cup quality using a standardized system for Arabica coffee, developed by the SCA. A Q Arabica Grader is a highly trained and calibrated coffee taster who assesses coffee based on SCA’s cupping standards and protocols.
This course combines training and testing to strengthen students’ understanding of the Q Arabica grading process while evaluating their ability to assess Arabica coffee according to established Specialty Arabica standards.
Content
The course spans over six days and is divided into two parts:
1. First Part (3 days): Enrich your knowledge and skills through a unique learning experience that combines informative lectures with practical hands-on activities. This comprehensive program is tailored to equip students with the theoretical and practical competencies necessary to excel in quality control and assessment within the coffee industry.
2. Second Part (3 days): Students will take a series of exams covering the material presented. There will be a total of 20 exams. These exams will assess skills such as cupping, olfactory and gustatory identification, grading defects in green and roasted coffee, and recognizing CQI flavor standards in water-based solutions.
Previous Knowledge
Advanced knowledge of green coffee and cupping is required.
Why Choose It?
It offers the most prestigious international recognition in the coffee industry.
For information and booking, please contact alin@coffeelaboratory.ie
