Coffee tasting event
So, I took ownership of a crazy coffee cafe in Sedona Arizona. I have learned how to roast beans on our 20 yr old L12 Probat roaster. I was just asked by a friend,who owns a small cafe in another town close by, to hold a coffee tasting event. Being a rookie in the coffee biz I got really excited and said yes. Now,, how do I go about doing this?
I roast beans from 6 or so different countries and have a few blends. Not being an expert in anything and learning as I go, I just want to have fun doing this and try to educate a few the best I can.
Any ideas would be appreciated.
Paul
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Permalink Reply by Dennis McQuoid on
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Paul, it might help to have a mentor there. Someone who can tell you what you are tasting. I've gone to a few cupping events and found that a guide can really help you determine the subtle flavors. There are probably some knowledgeable folks in you area that would be willing to participate.
I went to a cupping last week and had the pleasure of being guided by Pete Licata - the 2010 Western Region Barista Champ, and Shawn Steiman - a coffee scientist. I would taste a coffee and sense something but not sure what is was. Pete and Shawn helped me discover the flavors - like lemon/lime and even peanut brittle! Yes, a Wailua coffee tasted like peanut brittle. After tasting again, I could determine the flavor.
Maybe get some SO coffees. Have your roast and some from other famous roasters for comparison. Follow SCAA regulations on cupping water temp and dose. Have maybe 12 or more different coffees, vary roast, and bring some bad coffee too. Keep the coffee bags in front of the corresponding cups so folks know what they are tasting.
Smelling is important. Let everyone smell the beans, then smell again after grinding, then again after brewing. Everyone should get a chance to break the crust for a first smell.
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