The SCA Sensory Skills course is designed to develop a deeper understanding of how we perceive and evaluate coffee through taste, aroma, and mouthfeel. This course introduces students to the fundamentals of sensory analysis and helps build the ability to identify flavors, assess coffee quality, and communicate tasting experiences professionally.
Students will explore how human senses influence coffee perception and learn the principles used in specialty coffee cupping and evaluation. The course also develops vocabulary and tasting confidence essential for baristas, roasters, buyers, and coffee professionals.
SCA Sensory Skills Foundation
The SCA Sensory Skills Foundation course introduces students to the essential principles of sensory analysis in coffee. This course helps participants understand how the senses work and how to evaluate coffee using professional tasting methods.
SCA Sensory Skills Intermediate
The SCA Sensory Skills Intermediate course is designed for coffee professionals who want to advance their sensory evaluation abilities and develop a deeper understanding of coffee quality analysis.
SCA Sensory Skills Professional
The SCA Sensory Skills Professional course is designed for experienced coffee professionals who want to master advanced sensory analysis and apply professional evaluation techniques within the specialty coffee industry.