Our programmes are designed for professionals who need technical criteria to make real decisions about coffee: quality managers, roasters, buyers, tasters, R&D teams and brands that work with both speciality coffee and large volumes.
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For professionals who make decisions about coffee
“In our courses, you can feel the energy that has driven us over the last 25 years to develop each of our experiences.”
Our training programmes
Xorxios offers three training programmes aimed at turning professionals into experts in coffee tasting, sensory analysis and technical understanding of roasting, using internationally recognised methodologies.
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Q-Grader Training
The SCA Q Grader Course (Evolved Q Grader) is the international benchmark certification for coffee professionals who wish to evaluate, compare and communicate the quality of speciality coffee under a globally recognised standard.
This training is aimed at those who work in cupping, quality control, purchasing, roasting, production or training, and need a common and consistent framework for making decisions based on the sensory and physical analysis of coffee.
20 to 25 April 2026
Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
3 places available
Fundamentals of cupping course
This coffee tasting and sensory evaluation course is a theoretical and practical training programme designed to provide an in-depth understanding of the quality of speciality coffee and the factors that influence its perception in the cup. Through a structured and applied methodology, participants acquire a solid foundation for identifying, describing and comparing coffees with criteria and consistency.
The training takes place in a professional laboratory environment, working with recognised standards and a practical approach that allows participants to train their sensory skills, improve calibration and build a common language of evaluation. It is aimed at both those new to tasting and professionals seeking to reinforce and align their sensory criteria by applying the CVA tasting protocol.
8 to 10 April 2026
Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
7 places available
13 to 15 April 2026
Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
-Full-
Fundamental of roasting course
This course is a theoretical and practical training programme aimed at professionals who work with or are in direct contact with the roasting process and need to understand the technical and sensory aspects involved in developing an optimal and consistent roast.
Throughout the course, we will explore the relationship between raw materials, roasting profiles and cup results, allowing students to acquire the tools to design, adjust and evaluate roasting profiles based on specific technical and sensory objectives.
27 to 30 April 2026
Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
5 places available
Frequently asked questions
When are the courses held?
All our courses are offered in two sessions during the same year, usually between March/April and September/October. When registration opens, we announce it by email and on our social media, and all the details are listed on our website. We recommend that you sign up for our newsletter to be the first to know when courses open, as places tend to fill up quickly.
How can I find out the price of the programmes?
Para conocer todos los detalles del curso así como el precio, no dudes en rellenar el formulario o bien escribirnos a cursos@xorxios.com
Are the courses certified by the SCA?
Upon completion of the courses, you will receive a certificate from our centre, which is highly valued in the sector, as Xorxios’ programmes delve into content that goes beyond the SCA’s training standards. In addition, you will have the opportunity to obtain the official Q Grader certification issued by the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA).
Are the courses in person or online?
All courses are face-to-face because sensory experience is essential.
What level do I need to enrol in your courses?
Based on our 22 years of training experience, this would be our recommendation:
- I don’t have any experience or am just starting out in coffee tasting: Fundamentals of Cupping Course.
- To take the Fundamentals of Roasting course, it is highly recommended that you have experience in cupping.
- To take the Q Grader course, it is essential to have taken the Fundamentals of Cupping course (which prepares you for the approved tasting protocol), or to have extensive experience as a cupper. Please note that to obtain the Q-Grader certificate, you must pass all the exams or you will have to restart the course and pay the full price again.
Can I register for courses if I am not a company?
No problem, if you need us to recommend the right course for your level, don’t hesitate to write to us or request the registration form if you already know what you want.
