EPISODE · Jul 2, 2025 · 55 MIN
The Ex-Files | Cupping and QC Basics Ep. 3
from Covoya Coffee Podcasting Network · host mike ferguson, todd mackey, mark inman
TakeawaysQuality assurance is crucial in coffee roasting.Cupping is essential for coffee quality.You need to taste your own coffee.Cupping should be a priority in your business.Learn to cup, then cup to learn.Make cupping enjoyable and accessible.Invest in basic quality control tools.Cupping with peers enhances learning.Practice is key to improving your cupping skills.Production brewing can be more effective than cupping. Part of The Covoya Coffee Podcasting Network TAKE OUR LISTENER SURVEY Visit and Explore Covoya!
What this episode covers
In this episode of The Ex-Files, hosts Mark Inman and Todd Mackey delve into the intricacies of quality assurance and quality control in the coffee industry. They discuss the importance of cupping as a tool for evaluating coffee quality, the setup of quality control programs, and the significance of tasting one's own coffee. The conversation also covers best practices for cupping frequency, the role of physical analysis in quality control, and the value of calibrating with peers in the coffee community. Throughout the episode, the hosts emphasize the need for practical tools and methods to ensure high-quality coffee production.
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