Intro to Coffee Cupping

Learn to taste and evaluate coffee like a pro at Copan Coffee Lab, Tomball, TX. INTRO TO COFFEE CUPPING A 2-hour advanced cupping session built on SCA standards and Q Grader protocols. Go beyond casual tasting — learn to evaluate coffee with precision, calibration, and professional scoring methodology used by certified Q Graders and green coffee buyers. What You'll Learn • Q Grader evaluation framework & scoring methodology • How to assess fragrance, aroma, flavor, acidity, body & balance • Calibration techniques used by professional cuppers • Identifying defects, taints & inconsistencies • Differentiating coffees by origin, processing & quality tier • How to assign a final score and classify coffee (commercial vs. specialty grade) Details • Duration: 1.5 hours • Location: Copan Coffee Lab — 716 S Persimmon St Suite A, Tomball, TX • Class size: Max 6 participants • Closed-toe shoes required. Avoid strong foods, gum, or perfume before class. Included: SCA + Q Grader scoring forms, curated coffees across multiple origins & processes, flavor wheel reference, note-taking guide, direct instructor feedback, 10% off first order or subscription. Ideal for baristas, roasters, buyers, and serious enthusiasts preparing for Q Grader certification. Please arrive 10–15 minutes early. Classes start promptly. 📧 Private & team calibration sessions: [email protected] 🅿️ Parking in front and back of building. Do not block bay doors.