COURSE DESCRIPTION

The SCA Coffee Introduction Course aims to introduce you to the world of coffee and its supply chain. From planting to roasting, up to the cup. The ultimate goal is to give to professionals and enthusiasts a starting point in the study of this fascinating product.

The course program follows the SCA “Introduction to Coffee” module and allows you to take this Certification with a value of 10 credits for the Coffee Skills Program.

PROGRAM

- History of coffee and its use: Ethiopia, Islamic world up to the worldwide spread of the product
- The Plant: species and varietals: from Caturra to Blue Mountain, from Typica to Castillo
- Differences between Arabica and Robusta: production, market and results in the cup
- Fruit harvesting and processing techniques: manual or mechanical selection, washed or natural
- Roasting, blending and packaging: from the differences in the roasting color to the different kind of blends
- The Espresso Machine: development and different technologies
- Extraction of an Espresso Coffee: grinding, weight, pressing and extraction times
- Introduction to Professional Tasting: balance between acid and bitterness, body, aftertaste and aromatic sensations.
- Other Extraction Systems in Brewing: Infusions and Percolations
- The world of Specialty Coffee: a branch of the industry that promotes coffee with unique characteristics by aiming for the highest product quality
- Final SCA certification exam if requested (by Zoom with the trainer)

 

COURSE'S PLACE
Gambilongo Caffè Academy
Via dell'Artigianato 6
Montalto Uffugo (CS)

COURSE'S
DURATION
Four Hours

PLANNED DATES
January 10, 2025
February 15, 2025
March 20, 2025

COURSE'S HOURS
From 14.00 to 18.00

TRAINER
Jonathan Bruno

CERTIFICATION
SCA