Specialty Coffee Association

As the year winds down, we're thinking about what we're creating, and how we're telling our community, about it. 🗣️ Now we want to hear from you: Let's talk about how you like to learn about things and what you want to learn more about. By responding to our survey, you can help us to deliver more relevant and impactful resources for you and the rest of the specialty coffee community. ⏱️ We expect this survey should only take about five minutes – maybe even less. We look forward to reading your responses! 🔗 Take the survey in English here: https://lnkd.in/ex_2Z35U 🔗 Take the survey in other languages here; https://lnkd.in/ekaMy_ZF.

Save the Dates for Educator Summit Asia! The Asia edition of the Educator Summit 2024 series will be hosted at three key locations this December: 📍December 3, 2024 hosted by Purple Land in Jeungpyeong, Korea 📍December 8, 2024 hosted by Barista Association of Thailand in Bangkok, Thailand 📍December 10, 2024 hosted by Kavalan Single Malt Whisky Distilleries in Taipei, Taiwan Join us at the premier event for coffee educators that are eager to stay ahead in the rapidly evolving specialty coffee industry. Delve into advanced coffee education sessions that simplify complex concepts, making them engaging and accessible for your students. Explore cutting-edge teaching techniques that will elevate your classroom experience, and dive deep into the intricacies of coffee value assessment, all in one day! 🔗Registration is now open for Educator Summit in Korea and Thailand! Registration for the Educator Summit Taiwan event is expected to open soon. Learn more and secure your spot today at https://lnkd.in/e35GGEvd The Educator Summit 2024 Series is made possible by the generous support of our Sponsors:📍Asia: BWT water+more Deutschland GmbH, Stronghold 스트롱홀드 테크놀로지, CAFÉLAB and Hosts Purple Land (Korea), Barista Association of Thailand (Thailand), Mr. Brown Coffee 伯朗咖啡 (Taiwan)

Since 25’s last program spotlight on the Coffee Value Assessment (CVA), we’ve made significant progress on the system. The Specialty Coffee Association is preparing to adopt the first standards related to cupping (sample preparation, descriptive assessment, and affective assessment) later this year, officially replacing the 2004 SCA Cupping Form and Protocol. Meanwhile, a beta version of the extrinsic assessment—a brand-new way to capture information about a coffee—is now being tested by early adopters. Research is underway to update the physical assessment (formerly known as green grading). Finally, we're beginning to draft a system standard, formalizing how different elements of the CVA can be used as a value discovery tool. LAUREL CARMICHAEL, SCA Publications Manager, provides an update on the CVA, with a focus on its capacity for information-sharing. 📖 Read the article: https://lnkd.in/dYCT6rSM This issue of 25 is only possible with support from our partners Barista Attitude, Victoria Arduino, Thermoplan, Sanremo Coffee Machines, BWT, and Stronghold Coffee Roasters. Thank you so much for your support! Learn more about our underwriters at sca.coffee/25-underwriters

Since 25’s last program spotlight on the Coffee Value Assessment (CVA), we’ve made significant progress on the system. Our Publications Manager and incoming 25 Editor, Laurel Carmichael, provides an update on the CVA, with a focus on its capacity for information-sharing. Read this article in full at sca.coffee/25 !

Discover the Coffee Value Assessment (CVA) for Cuppers Course: a 2-day, hands-on experience designed to take your cupping skills to the next level. Learn the SCA's innovative approach to coffee evaluation from an Authorized CVA Trainer, and gain practical experience using the tools that are changing the way the industry understands value in coffee. 📖 Learn to explain and use the new CVA system, including the descriptive and affective forms. 🥄 Enhance accuracy and consistency in your cupping practice, taught by a certified CVA Trainer. 🌎 Earn a globally recognized SCA Certification. 👉Ready to enhance your sensory and professional cupping skills using the tool the global industry uses to divcover value in coffee? Find a course near you: sca.coffee/cva-events

🏆 Big news for all those interested in judging at the World Coffee Championships (WCC)! The Specialty Coffee Association is excited to announce the launch of a new program designed for those looking to begin the journey towards becoming a WCC Certified Judge. The WCC Judge Skills Program will be hosted at Lucca Café in Curitiba, Brazil, from November 8-10. 🥄 The new WCC Judge Skills Program will provide an overview of the rules & regulations, how competitions are scored, and will be a pathway for those looking to attend a WCC Judge Certification in order to participate on the world stage. We've also launched a new website for the World Coffee Championships — find out more about the program at http://bit.ly/******/

Early bird tickets for World of Coffee Dubai 2025 are officially available and up for grabs! Head to dubai.worldofcoffee.org to secure yours today. Get ready to immerse yourself in the largest coffee trade show in the Middle East! Mark your calendars for February 10-12th, 2025 at Dubai World Trade Centre. Exhibitors, please head to the World of Coffee Dubai website to learn more: dubai.worldofcoffee.org. It's time to put your brand in the spotlight, make new connections, and close some deals! #WOCDubai2025 #WOCDubai #Worldofcoffee #sca #dubai #dxb #DXBLive #mydubai #specialtycoffee #tradeshow #coffeetradeshow #coffee #coffeelover #baristas #coffeegram #espresso #CoffeeCulture #coffeetime #coffeeadict #coffeelife #fyp #coffeecoffeecoffee #explorepage #explore #exploremore #foryou #foryoupage

💡 Get to know the Coffee Skills Program Certificate Courses! These internationally recognized programs allow you to take the real-world experience and skills you have and leverage them into certificates for a successful future in specialty coffee. Across three levels in five specialist topics, you can develop your knowledge of specialty coffee and acquire the skills necessary to build a thriving career in the industry. Join the 50,000 coffee professionals annually who trust SCA Certificate Programs to help them reach their goals! The Coffee Skills Program also includes the ever popular Introduction to Coffee, which covers coffee's journey from its origins in Ethiopia to the major product that it is today, suitable for anyone with an interest in specialty coffee. ☕️ Enroll at a level based on your professional experience and earn a certificate for every level you successfully complete. 📖 Chose from modules in five specialist areas: Barista Skills, Brewing, Green Coffee, Roasting and Sensory Skills. 📅 Find the course that suits your needs and your timeline and register now to advance your coffee career. Learn More about this program at https://lnkd.in/euqYn5XA 🔗

What an amazing day at Katz Coffee in Houston, Texas, for the second Educator Summit USA! Coffee educators came together to dive into cutting-edge coffee knowledge and new teaching techniques, leaving with fresh ideas and excitement to bring back to their classrooms. It was a day full of learning, inspiration, and building great connections with fellow educators. A huge thank you to our incredible Educator Summit USA sponsors who made this event so special. Thanks to our generous host, Katz Coffee, who transformed their space into a dynamic learning environment. Also, Bluewater Group, who kept everyone hydrated throughout the day, while Pacific Foods Barista Series™ alternative milks made for delicious lattes during breaks. Attendees also got hands-on with Rocket Espresso Milano materials in the afternoon, and a special shoutout to CHEMEX and FETCO who provided thoughtful gifts for each attendee. 📚 If you missed this one, don't worry—the Educator Summit 2024 Series is headed to Asia! Join us in Korea, Thailand, and Taiwan this December. Find out more and register at https://lnkd.in/e35GGEvd The Educator Summit 2024 Series is made possible by the generous support of our Sponsors: 📍USA: Pacific Foods Barista Series™ (@baristaseries)⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣, Bluewater Group, Rocket Espresso Milano and Hosts Katz Coffee (Houston), Lavazza (Philadelphia)

The afternoon sessions at the Educator Summit in Houston offered a rich array of educational insights. One session delved into the intricate history of coffee, examining its cultural origins and far-reaching global impact. Another focused on practical strategies for streamlining and enhancing classroom materials, creating a more cohesive and effective learning environment. A third session explored innovative approaches to informal assessments, providing adaptable methods for assessing student progress in ways that are both meaningful and reflective. The afternoon fostered valuable learning and thoughtful discussions, setting a strong foundation for future development and collaboration. 📚 Next, we'll be in Korea, Thailand, and Taiwan this December! Registration opens soon at https://lnkd.in/e35GGEvd The Educator Summit 2024 Series is made possible by the generous support of our Sponsors: 📍USA: Pacific Foods Barista Series (@baristaseries)⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣, Bluewater, Rocket Espresso and Hosts Katz Coffee (Houston), Lavazza (Philadelphia)