Introduction to Coffee

What does it take to get a great cup of coffee? Follow along specialty coffee’s Seed-To-Cup journey to learn how it all comes together.

We’ll discuss coffee farms and growing from past to present. Terroir, species, and green coffee processing methods all effect the finished cup.

Next, peek inside a roaster and learn about the changes that take place during the roasting process.

After calibrating our palates to basic tastes, we'll talk about the Coffee Tasters Flavor Wheel and practice sensory evaluation in a coffee cupping.

We’ll also practice brewing coffee using a pour-over brewing device.

• No prior experience is necessary. This Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) course is recommended before taking other Coffee Skills Program courses.
• Successful completion of this course qualifies the learner to take the Specialty Coffee Association’s Introduction to Coffee written exam to receive the Introduction to Coffee certificate for an additional $50 certificate fee. This fee will be assessed by the SCA at the time the test is taken.
• Please review our Course Conduct and Cancellation Policies before completing your registration. Paid registration for a course indicates acceptance of these policies.

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