Coffee Value Assessment (CVA)

Program:

Day 1:

1. Introduction to CVA:

   • Exploring the rationale behind the introduction of the new CVA system

   • Q&A session about the new system
      

2. 15 Point Intensity Scale:

   • Presentation of the 15-point intensity scale, followed by practice exercises to familiarize with the use of the scale

   • Discussion on intensity calibration and the importance of consensus among tasters
      

3. Creating and using References for Descriptive Cupping:

   • Exercises with codified olfactory references to get used to using the list of descriptive references

   • Discussion on how to implement these references in participants' laboratories or companies
      

4. Descriptive Cupping Session:

   • First descriptive cupping session, using selected coffee samples to practice descriptive evaluation

   • Group discussion and collection of evaluation sheets for review
      

Day 2:
 

1. Review of the Descriptive Sheets:

   • Review and discuss the previous day's descriptive cards to improve understanding and use of the descriptive form
      

2. Introduction to the Hedonic Scale:

   • Tasting exercises of non-coffee related foods or beverages to introduce and discuss the hedonic scale

   • Open discussion on "quality impressions" and the subjectivity of hedonic evaluation
      

3. Affective Cupping Session:

   • Affective cupping session to practice the affective evaluation of coffee, followed by a group discussion of the results
      

4. Reference Exam:

   • Olfactory reference identification test, where participants must correctly recognize and associate the descriptors with the references provided
      

5. Combined Cupping Session:

   • Combined cupping session, integrating descriptive and affective assessments, followed by a discussion on how to use the combined module in real-world settings
      

6. Evaluation of Extrinsic Attributes and Conclusions:

   • Final lesson on extrinsic attributes and their perceived impact on the “value” of coffee

   • Final discussion on the CVA system and practical applications of evaluation tools
      

7. Final Written Exam:

   • Written exam to assess the theoretical understanding of the CVA system and its practical applications

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