CQI Flavor Standards

CQI Flavor Standards refer to a set of guidelines and criteria used to evaluate and standardize the flavor profiles of certain products, often in industries like food and beverages, particularly in coffee and tea.

Program Overview

  • Providing a basic understanding of how the senses of taste and smell function
  • Introducing and practicing recalling 7 Flavor Standards generally considered to be Positive Attributes
  • Introducing and practicing recalling 7 Flavor Standards generally considered to be Off-Flavors
  • Conducting a practice test that is the same format as the annual flavor calibration.

Program Requirements

Delivery Mode

In Person

Duration

  • 3 Hours to a ½ Day

Target Audience

  • Any Q Arabica or Q Robusta Grader wanting to practice for their Flavor Calibration. Any person wanting to learn or experience CQI Flavor Standards.