Roasting skills intermediate

Elevate Your Craft with the SCA Roasting Intermediate Course

Are you ready to move beyond the basics and gain precise control over your roasts? In fact, our SCA Roasting Intermediate course is designed for those who have a foundational understanding of roasting and are ready to deepen their skills. Specifically, this program focuses on the science and sensory analysis behind creating the perfect roast profile.

Who Is This Intermediate Course For?

We designed this course for aspiring professional roasters and serious enthusiasts. Therefore, a solid grasp of the basics is essential for success.

Prerequisites: You must have completed the SCA Roasting Foundation course. However, equivalent practical experience is also a suitable starting point. This course is for you if you want to:

• Learn how to create and execute specific roast profiles for different beans.
• Understand the scientific link between roasting and sensory outcomes.
• Master the skills of sample roasting and quality control.
• Ultimately, advance your career as a professional coffee roaster.

Your SCA Roasting Intermediate Curriculum

This course dives deep into the technical and sensory aspects of roasting. As a result, you will learn to manipulate variables to achieve your desired flavor profiles. Key topics include:

• Roast Profiling: For example, we teach you how to map and control the Rate of Rise (RoR) to influence a coffee’s acidity, sweetness, and body.
• Heat Transfer Dynamics: You will gain an advanced understanding of conductive, convective, and radiant heat and how to use them effectively.
• Sensory Analysis: Learn to cup your own roasts and identify common defects like scorching, tipping, and underdevelopment.
• Coffee Chemistry: We cover the basics of the Maillard reaction and caramelization, as defined by the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA).

Your Path to Advanced Roasting Certification

Upon passing the written and practical exams, you will earn the globally recognized SCA Roasting Intermediate certificate. Without a doubt, this demonstrates a high level of professional competence. For any questions, please contact us.