Coffee Value Assessment Course

Why Take This Course Now?

With SCA’s global transition to CVA already in motion, this course is now essential for professionals who want to stay aligned with new international protocols.

- Enhance your ability to evaluate coffee through a broader lens
- Stay industry-relevant as buyers, roasters, and professionals adopt this updated framework
- Strengthen your skills in sensory evaluation, calibration, and communication of quality

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A two-day course for practicing professional cuppers to update their current knowledge base and skill set according to the SCA’s upcoming coffee value assessment standard system. Guided by seasoned coffee educator, Dave Peralta—

- Expand your understanding of coffee value and quality beyond physical and sensory attributes

- Reorient your cupping knowhow and practice in the context of holistic coffee value assessment

- Become familiar with the new sensory references and cupping forms

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Course Overview:
The CVA (Coffee Value Assessment) course introduces participants to the newest evaluation system from the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) — designed to move beyond traditional cupping scores toward a value-based, multi-dimensional approach.

In this 2-day intensive, you’ll learn to assess green, roasted, and brewed coffee using calibrated tools that reflect both quality and perceived value. It’s a fresh, structured way to approach quality — especially in today’s evolving coffee landscape.

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