coffee tasting techniques guide

How to Taste Coffee Like a Pro: A Guide to Cupping

To taste coffee like a pro, start with fresh, well-roasted single-origin beans ground just before cupping. Brew at about 200°F, then smell deeply to catch floral, fruity, or chocolate aromas. Break the crust and slurp to aerate, letting flavors spread across your palate to reveal acidity, body, and complex notes like citrus or spice. Take…