SCA cupping protocol step-by-step
The official step-by-step Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) cupping protocol used globally to evaluate coffee quality with consistency and objectivity.
Aroma flavor
Cupping-style brews for evaluation
How cupping-style immersion brews are used to evaluate coffee quality, consistency, and defects in a standardized way.
Cupping forms and scoring
How to use cupping forms and scoring systems to evaluate coffee quality objectively and consistently.
Motor torque and speed
How the grinder motor's torque and rotational speed affect grinding performance, consistency, and heat generation.
Cupping feedback loop
How to use cupping sessions to inform roast adjustments and improve coffee consistency.
Cup scoring and lot acceptance
This topic explains how cup scoring is used to evaluate coffee quality, the standards applied by the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA), and how scores determine whether lots are accepted or rejected in trade.