CQI’s Q Coffee System is an internationally recognized program for evaluating cup quality based on a standardized system for Arabica coffee using protocols developed by the SCA. A Q Arabica Grader is a highly trained and calibrated coffee taster who evaluates coffee using SCA cupping standards and protocols.

This course consists of two corresponding parts over six days. In the first part, over 3 days, learners review assumed knowledge and theoretical principles, including practice of all activities. The second part is a 3-day series of exams regarding the material presented. The course includes 20 exams over 9 Modules to test the learners’ job-relevant skills including cupping protocols, olfactory and gustatory senses, green coffee defect identification, roast sample level identification and matching pairs of coffee acids. Testing also includes recognizing and recalling CQI Flavor Standards in aqueous solutions.

The Q Arabica Grader Combo Training and Exams six-day course is rigorous and consequently some students find it difficult to pass all exam portions the first time through. The final day will allow participants to retake certain tests as needed in hopes of completing the certification. Participants who pass all exams earn a Q Arabica Grader certificate.

We’re leading the quality focus in Thailand by providing skill building experiences that improve every area of coffee work. This Q Project Thailand Q Arabica Grader course is hosted by the exceptional Bluekoff in Chatuchak, Bangkok.

Join us for the Q! This is going to be amazing!

Get the Q at Nine One Farm!

February 22-27, 2024

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Come learn about coffee cupping for quality assurance and quality control to enhance your coffee knowledge and improve your career.

Intro to CQI Cupping is one of the best steps you can take to prepare for the Q Grader exam.

This course will give you the foundations of cupping protocol and introduce you to the tools we use in Q including: le nez du cafe, tasting solutions, the cupping form, and cupping protocol.

Come learn about coffee cupping for quality assurance and quality control to enhance your coffee knowledge and improve your career.

Join us for the Q! This is going to be amazing!

Come learn about coffee cupping for quality assurance and quality control to enhance your coffee knowledge and improve your career.

Come learn about coffee cupping for quality assurance and quality control to enhance your coffee knowledge and improve your career.

Come learn about coffee cupping for quality assurance and quality control to enhance your coffee knowledge and improve your career.