Judging criteria and practice
The judging systems used in major coffee competitions and how professionals can practice calibration to prepare for judging roles.
Barista championship
Barista and Brewers Cup competitions
An overview of the World Barista Championship (WBC) and World Brewers Cup (WBrC), their competition formats, skills tested, and career relevance for coffee professionals.
Competition standards for milk drinks
The rules and expectations for milk-based espresso drinks in barista competitions, and how they influence café standards.
Anaerobic and carbonic maceration
This topic explores the innovative coffee processing methods of anaerobic fermentation and carbonic maceration, their techniques, flavor outcomes, and significance in the specialty coffee industry.
Third Wave movement and specialty coffee
In this topic we explore the rise of the Third Wave coffee movement, how it redefined coffee as an artisanal product, and the role of specialty coffee in reshaping global consumption, trade, and culture.