Q Arabica Combo

This course was developed in cooperation with the Ugandan Coffee Development Authority (UCDA) and launched by CQI globally to improve the quality of Robusta, including training of coffee professionals in the standards for Fine Robusta. This course combines training and testing to reinforce learners’ understanding of the Q Robusta Grading process while measuring their ability to evaluate Robusta coffee according to the established CQI Fine Robusta standards and cupping form.

Q Robusta Combo Training and Exam Course

This course combines training and testing to reinforce students’ understanding of the Q Robusta Grading process while measuring their ability to evaluate Robusta coffee according to the established CQI Fine Robusta standards.

This intensive course involves a mixture of lectures and training in all aspects of Robusta grading, cupping, and evaluating fine Robusta coffee. In addition, participants will take 19 specific exams designed to measure their sensory abilities, including sensory skills, olfactory, triangulation and cupping, as well as a written exam covering general coffee knowledge (focused on Robusta coffees). Students successfully completing this course will be able to objectively evaluate Robusta coffees based on cup quality and origin and provide feedback on cup nuances, defects and flavors and will gain a thorough understanding of the CQI Fine Robusta cupping and grading standards and protocols, including the CQI Fine Robusta cupping form. Participants who pass this course qualify as Certified Q Robusta Graders and have the ability to speak a common language of quality throughout the supply chain.