About this Event
What Is Cupping?
Cupping is the formal process used across the coffee industry to evaluate quality and flavor attributes. It’s the universal method professionals use to assess fragrance, aroma, flavor, aftertaste, body, and acidity.
If you’ve ever seen a coffee professional hovering over a lineup of cups with a silver spoon, this is what they’re doing.
What You’ll Experience
Led by Ian, Quality Control & Certified Q Grader
Why We Cup
Ian will explain why cupping matters in quality control, sourcing, and roasting, using a visual presentation to guide the session.
How to Cup
Learn the structure and standards behind professional cupping. From fragrance and aroma to break, skim, and slurp techniques.
Guided Evaluation
After a demonstration, you’ll participate in a guided cupping alongside Ian and evaluate each coffee for:
- Aroma
- Flavor
- Body
- Aftertaste
- Acidity
- Balance
Industry Insight
Learn how coffee is scored and how professionals distinguish subtle differences between coffees.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
DOMA Coffee Roasting Company, 6240 East Seltice Way, Post Falls, United States
USD 13.26
