Earn your EUCA European certification and master scientific coffee flavor analysis!
EUCA Sensory Cupping & Tasting Certification Course
EUCA (The European Universal Coffee Association) is a non-profit global organization built on openness, inclusivity, and shared knowledge, representing thousands of coffee professionals from producers to baristas worldwide.
At First Barista Academy, we follow global coffee market trends and partner with EUCA to deliver six programs?Barista Skills, Roasting Science, Sensory Cupping & Tasting, Latte Art Design, Brewing Craft, and Q Grader?designed to train third-wave coffee specialists centered on customer needs and individuality.
In the Sensory Cupping & Tasting module, you’ll learn how to perceive flavors and evaluate coffee characteristics through scientific, professional methods to hone your sensory skills.Who should enroll in the EUCA Sensory Cupping & Tasting Certification Course?
- Those seeking barista jobs or planning to open a cafe
- Professionals aiming for overseas coffee careers or further study
- Baristas preparing for international employment with advanced skills
- Aspiring coffee instructors or AET (Authorized EUCA Trainer) supervisors
Course Overview
| Start Dates |
59batch Weekdays : 07/07 (Mon) Weekends : 07/12 (Sat) 1:1 Start Anytime |
60batch Weekdays : 07/21 (Mon) Weekends : 07/26 (Sat) 1:1 Start Anytime |
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| Capacity | 8persons | |
| Duration | 2 to 4-month program | |
| Class Format | Twice a week / Thrice a week / Weekend only | |
| Class Times | Morning / Afternoon / Evening / Weekend ※Please contact each branch for exact times. | |
Coffee Culture as a Lifestyle
Coffee has evolved from a standardized product into an artisan’s creation like wine, reflecting emotion, space, and personal taste, and has become a true lifestyle.
1st & 2nd Generation Coffee Trends
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MACHINE
Mechanization of CoffeeFocus on mass production & distribution Consistent taste & quality Factory-style franchise coffee
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ABILITY
Required SkillsAbility to make coffee quickly Machine operation & coffee theory
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MACHINE
Required CertificationDomestic barista license SCA European barista license * Focus on methods & theory
Customer-focused premium coffee: 3rd wave trend-based EUCA European Certification
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DIFFERENT
DifferentiationFlavor-focused demand shifts Custom green bean sourcing Diverse coffee consumption
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ABILITY
Required SkillsUnderstanding customer needs Communicative baristas Crafting unique flavors
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LICENSE
Certification
EUCA European Barista Certification * Trend-focused practical skills
EUCA (European Universal Coffee Association) is a non-profit organization representing thousands of coffee professionals?from producers to baristas?built on openness, inclusivity, and shared knowledge.
As a leading international coffee association, it conducts comprehensive research to develop and analyze industry data, advance barista and cupping standards, improve coffee quality, and expand the specialty coffee market.
EUCA Brand Story (Association Introduction)
As an international association committed to strengthening the core competencies required for the sustained growth, professionalization, and globalization of the global coffee industry, we conduct comprehensive research to build and analyze industry data, advance barista and cupping standards, improve coffee quality, and expand the specialty coffee market.
Through a variety of initiatives?including developing educational programs, publishing specialized books, providing management consulting, and hosting seminars?we cultivate top coffee leaders and, via strategic partnerships that positively impact the entire coffee supply chain, enhance the capabilities needed for the industry’s continuous growth and global advancement.
We also promote cultural and economic exchange within the worldwide coffee industry and foster a global community to drive the expansion of coffee culture and a professional collaborative network, serving as a guide for those exploring exceptional coffee and beyond.
Address. Am Carlusbaum 22, 65812 Bad soden, Germany
Recommended Candidates for the EUCA Diploma Program
EUCA is not a theory-based certification like traditional SCA, but focuses on practical training to develop coffee artisans aligned with today’s industry trends?specialty coffee and unique roasting that reflect changing consumer patterns and prioritize individuality.
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Barista
Baristas needing trend-focused coffee training
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Roaster
Roasters needing flavor-analysis-based roasting training
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Coffee researchers & menu developers
Coffee professionals seeking growth and new menu innovation
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Coffee quality managers
Professionals needing training in cost reduction, process improvement, and bean storage & distribution
EUCA Barista Certification
6 Modules
At First Barista Academy, we offer six EUCA certification tracks based on The European Universal Coffee Association curriculum: Barista Skills, Latte Art Design, Roasting Coffee Science, Sensory Cupping & Tasting, Brewing Craft, and Q-Grader. This credit-based program awards the EUCA Diploma upon completing all six modules, certifying you as a top-level barista.
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Barista Skills
We cover essential barista abilities?espresso extraction and latte art?as well as coffee machine maintenance and customer service communication training.
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Latte Art Design
Learn latte art fundamentals and practice various patterns to craft creative designs.
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Roasting Coffee Science
Practical training to master coffee characteristics and roasting, preparing you to become a professional roaster.
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Sensory Cupping & Tasting
Train your sensory skills: learn to detect flavors and evaluate coffee characteristics.
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Brewing Craft
Learn hand-drip techniques based on brewing science and practice to unlock diverse coffee flavors.
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Q-Grader Training
Train coffee graders to evaluate green and roasted beans’ flavors and assign quality grades.
First Barista Academy
X EUCA Diploma
Barista Skill, Latte Art Design, Roasting Coffee Science, Sensory Cupping & Tasting, Brewing Craft, and Q-Grader Training
are taught at three levels (Basic / Intermediate / Expert). Complete any five (excluding Q-Grader) to earn the EUCA Diploma.
First's Exclusive EUCA Certification Program
1:1 Hands-On Training
EUCA-standard barista skills, brewing, sensory, roasting, and green coffee courses are delivered through individual hands-on practice.
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Step 1
Theory Training
Clear, simple lessons on coffee theory
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Step 2
Instructor Live Demo
Expert barista demonstrations conducted step-by-step as in the practical exam
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Step 3
1:1 Personalized Practice
Based on the instructor’s demo, students perform hands-on coffee practice
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Step 4
Recipe & Service Training
Coffee recipe & barista service training conducted one-on-one
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Step 5
Practical Exam Feedback
Identify areas for improvement and guide students to correct them
Sensory Cupping & Tasting
The Sensory Cupping & Tasting module offers a scientific, professional framework for flavor analysis, explaining the principles of taste and aroma perception. It teaches objective evaluation of coffee’s diverse characteristics, delivering effective methods to ensure both flavor and quality.
The Need for Sensory Cupping & Tasting
From Coffee’s Red Ocean to Blue Ocean
In today’s coffee market, specialty cafes compete fiercely and must understand consumer needs and preferences while driving product development and marketing. The EUCA Sensory Cupping & Tasting course offers objective metrics based on customer insights and teaches cupping techniques through detailed coffee profiling.
EUCA Sensory Cupping & Tasting Training Approach
Moving beyond theory-focused sensory training, we offer a foundational framework for coffee flavor quality grading that meets the diverse consumer trends of the 3rd-wave market. We explain the core principles of taste and aroma perception, and through hands-on cupping & tasting sessions, teach you to objectively assess coffee’s characteristics and ensure quality with effective flavor-testing methods.
EUCA Barista Certification Curriculum
To earn top-level EUCA certification, we offer 2?3 levels of training from coffee fundamentals to
Barista Skills, Latte Art Design, Roasting Science, Sensory Cupping & Tasting, Brewing Craft, and Q-Grader Training.
The Barista Academy for Me,
Reasons to Choose First Barista Academy
Student Testimonials
Satisfaction
5★★★★★
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Q. What motivated you to attend First Academy?
I have always been interested in coffee, and my interest grew even more after starting a part-time job at a cafe. When I decided to seriously study to become a barista, I researched several academies, and First Academy’s curriculum appealed to me the most, so I chose it.
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Q. What was the most memorable part of the classes?
I was impressed that the instructors corrected my posture during the practical exam and provided detailed feedback on all my questions. Combining theory and practice improved my understanding of coffee trends, and the classes were always enjoyable thanks to the instructors’ cheerful preparation.
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