The Science of Coffee
Episodes
Coffee Quality, Part 3: When the “quality” myth hits the farm
Host James Harper examines how the 2004 cupping form created a myth of universal coffee quality that disadvantaged producers.
Coffee Quality, Part 2: How “quality” became a myth
James Harper explores the origins of the 2004 SCAA cupping form, arguing that its definition of quality reflects specific expert preferences rather than universal truth.
Coffee Quality, Part 1: The birth of specialty coffee flavours
Host James Harper explores the history of coffee quality standards, triggered by the SCA’s recent overhaul of the Q grading system.