Robusta for Arabica Lovers

Description

This class explores the Robusta species through historical, biological, and organoleptic lenses. The history of Robusta and the Robusta market are used to create context for the present state of Robusta and its potential as a specialty coffee. Topics covered span genetics to cup quality. Throughout the class, relevant comparisons to Arabica are made, including market statistics, farming and production practices, and cup quality. The goal of this class is to introduce Robusta coffee to a wide breadth of coffee professionals. Learners will realize the potential of Fine Robusta.

Note: This course is being held in a SCA Premier Training Campus for Green / Sensory.

Cancellation terms
If the participant is unable to participate in a course, the provider must be informed immediately and in writing – by letter post or e-mail. The date of receipt of such written notification is decisive for any refund of the course fee. The following refund guidelines apply:

• Cancellation up to 4 weeks before the course starts = 100% of the course fee will be returned
• Cancellation up to 2 weeks before the course starts = 50% of the course fee will be returned
• Cancellation less than 2 weeks before the course starts = no refund

The participant has the possibility to name a substitute participant instead of cancelling the participation. An exchange is subject to acceptance by the certification bodies and can take place up to 3 working days prior to the start of the course.

If the minimum number of participants is not reached, the provider reserves the right to cancel the course. The paid course fees will be refunded in full to the respective participants. The execution of the course will be confirmed the latest four weeks before beginning of the course.