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What makes a good coffee taster?

Good coffee taster: Undoubtedly, the meticulous work of coffee tasters shapes the landscape of the specialty coffee industry. Increasingly, both seasoned professionals and enthusiastic novices view cupping as a realm for profound development within the field. Within this domain, certain qualities and practices distinguish an exceptional taster, transcending mere qualifications or certifications. Consistent training stands out as a prime example—an ongoing commitment to honing one's craft. To delve deeper into this craft, I engaged in conversations with Dulce Elena Barrera, a distinguished …
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Slurping

Slurping? Professional cuppers utilize a technique comparable to "slurping coffee" to bring coffee to the whole taste. This allows the coffee to release organic components and volatile chemicals, allowing cuppers to appreciate the coffee's superior flavor attributes better. Slurping   …
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Cup of Excellence

Cup of Excellence:  Since its inception in 1999, the Cup of Excellence (COE) has grown into a competition for the best coffee farmers from 13 coffee-producing countries. [caption id="attachment_36009" align="aligncenter" width="1350"] Cup of Excellence[/caption] The Alliance for Coffee Excellence, formed by George Howell and Susie Spindler, organizes the Cup of Excellence. The competition was born from the International Coffee Organization's (ICO) commitment to promoting specialty coffee.     …