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The Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) is the largest global coffee trade association dedicated to making coffee better by fostering a global coffee community and supporting activities to make specialty coffee a thriv...
Consumer training allows coffee enthusiasts to learn all aspects of coffee - from Cupping and Sensory/taste training to Brew Methods, Espresso and Latte Art, and Coffee Roasting.
With roots dating back to 1982, the SCA is a leading trade association in the coffee industry. It conducts scientific research, economic analysis, community organization, and education.
Get a Diploma in Coffee. Discover globally recognized programs designed to build your coffee expertise — from certificates giving foundational through to advanced knowledge, and career-ready diplomas. Each completed c...
SCA Grading: The Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) uses a 100-point scale to evaluate coffee quality. Farmers, roasters, and baristas work together to maintain these standards. It’s a collaborative effort that ensure...
Master coffee preparation, tasting, and more with the SCA Coffee Skills Program. Start your path to professional growth with courses tailored for every coffee enthusiast.
The SCA Coffee Skills Program is a modular, skills-based training program designed to prepare learners to gain more success in their career while contributing to the progress and evolution of the specialty coffee industry.
May 6, 2025 · Beyond the roasters, grinders and brewing devices to which “making coffee” is generally credited, there’s a whole world of tools and accessories that can affect the end product. The show floor at the rec...
The SCA’s new standard development program, led by Technical Officer Dr. Mario R. Fernández-Alduenda, abides by specific principles and practices to ensure it benefits the coffee community.
A SCA standard is a high-quality recommendation by the Standards Committee. It is a quantifiable and qualifiable measure, based upon scientific testing, which set values and/or ranges of values for coffee. Currently, ...
