An example of a cupping score sheet fromCafe Imports A basic flavor wheel for evaluating some of the tasting notes in coffee One of the hallmarks of cupping is the use of a cupping spoon and the notorious "slurp". The slurp is not just the completely deterioration of manners - it is a ...
As we travel the world and taste coffees, we evaluate all the coffees we taste on a scoresheet developed by coffee professionals around the world. Through this, we can participate in and use the language of an industry standard set of guidelines. This allows us to honestly assign a numeric...
“nutty” by home baristas. Life Boostsorganic coffee beansare Fair Trade, shade-grown, handpicked, spring water cleaned, and produced at high elevations, which is typical of the best coffee. This company is dedicated to providing great-tasting coffee without jeopardizing the health advantages. ...
The programmable brewer with the highest rated coffee was the OXO On Barista Brain, but the Mr. Coffee also performed well for less money. However, we found that the very best tasting coffee came from simple, not programmable machines.Our Award Winners...
In order for a coffee to be considered Specialty Grade, one requirement is that it must score at least 80 points on the SCA grading sheet. The Roasterie’s minimum score for purchase is 84 points, with an even higher minimum of 86.5 for our limited-edition Reserve offerings. Air Roasting ...
MAME was founded in 2016 by Mathieu Theis and Emi Fukahori, who met through their mutual love of specialty coffee. Having since been the recipients of several awards, it’s fair to say that MAME showcases the true essence of coffee through a rich, flavourful and smooth-tasting cup, prepar...
As we travel the world and taste coffees, we evaluate all the coffees we taste on a scoresheet developed by coffee professionals around the world. Through this, we can participate in and use the language of an industry standard set of guidelines. This allows us to honestly assign a numeric...
Judges will submit scores and tasting notes through the Good Food Awards website by Friday, September 25th. The scoresheet will be very simple, with judges evaluating Fragrance/aroma, Flavor/Aftertaste, Acidity, Body, Balance, and Overall Impressions, assigning a score out of 5 points for each...
The Fragrance/Aroma score is based on the earlier dry evaluation and this wet evaluation. Tasting When the sample has cooled to 160 degrees, the crust can be cleared and coffee can be taken into the mouth, covering as much of the tongue and upper palate as possible. (Expectorate the ...
A detailed and frank look at the controversies surrounding this year's WBC, from judging choices to the social events, and suggestions on how to improve for next year in Japan.