How to organize a tasting at home if you don't have professional equipment?

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You want to do a tasting with friends but you don't have all the technical material to set it up, here we show you a simple way to do it. 

The cupping is only composed of coffee and water, so you need these two things to be of very good quality.

Having a scale is essential for you to be able to perform this activity.

If you do not have a coffee grinder you can ask for ground coffee in your favorite coffee shop (the best grind for a cupping would be filter grind).

The container, with glasses that you have at home will be enough, it is important that they all have the same capacity. Once you know the capacity you will be able to calculate the ratio of coffee water, to taste our coffees we recommend a ratio of 1.15. 

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Frequently Asked Questions

You just need to be eager to learn about the world of specialty coffee. It is not necessary to have previous experience as a barista.

Yes, we offer advanced barista training options for those who wish to deepen their knowledge of specialty coffee. In our Academy section "For Baristas" you will find all of our course offerings.

The course covers topics on the cultivation and processing of specialty coffee, techniques for the elaboration of a good espresso, tips for a good milk emulsion, as well as practical recommendations for different types of methods.

It is not strictly necessary, the world of coffee is very diverse and is not only focused on the preparation of espresso, however, having one will allow you to apply the techniques taught in a practical way.

These courses are designed for coffee professionals, where you will not only receive complete training with advanced content in the world of specialty coffee and high-level practical exams, but you will also have the opportunity to obtain a certificate internationally endorsed by the Specialty Coffee Association as a barista.