Idaho Coffee Institute
About the ICI
The Idaho Coffee Institute provides professional, industry-level coffee education and training.
Nicole Bluto is an Authorized Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) Trainer in Sensory as well as teaching Introduction to Coffee, and the Introduction to Cupping Workshop. Nicole is also a Q Arabica Grader licensed by the Coffee Quality Institute and simultaneously holds the Evolved Q Certification and Q Arabica Grader Instructor Certification for the SCA.
Jassen holds the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) Professional Coffee Roaster Certificate as we all Intermediate Sensory Certificate
Our programs are designed for professionals, aspiring coffee experts, business owners, and all those who want to deepen their knowledge, strengthen quality control, and elevate the coffee experience from seed to cup.
Moscow Idaho
Moscow is a scenic destination, minutes from the Moscow-Pullman Airport, an hour and a half south of the Spokane airport, nestled between University of Idaho and Washington State University. There is an adorable downtown with dining, music and shopping. Every Saturday from May - October you can enjoy a bustling farmer's market. The best in the state.
Lodging
The major hotels nearby are The Best Western and La Quinta Inn, and the Monarch is an updated Motel in the middle of the Downtown corridor. There are a large number of adorable Airbnb's as well.
In Person full day!
Introduction to Coffee with Intro to Cupping Workshop
$595
Master specialty coffee at the Idaho Coffee Institute in Moscow. This 8-hour in-person course combines the SCA Introduction to Coffee with a hands-on Cupping Workshop. Learn to identify attributes like fragrance, aroma, and flavor using professional CATA tools and the nine-point affective scale. Perfect for beginners and baristas!
Online Live!
Introduction to Coffee
$250 plus optional materials
For groups, afficionados and anyone interested in the way we use our senses to enjoy coffee, how coffee is grown and roasted and tasted. This class is about an hour , includes 3 coffees and is given in the lab or can be presented at any location.
SCA Sensory Foundations: Professional Certification (Remote Learning Edition)
$900
All-Inclusive SCA Foundations
Go from taster to pro with our "Lab-in-a-Box" and CVA training.
Covers SCA fees, certification, and a full 15-bowl setup. Master professional sensory analysis at home.
*Save $300 if you purchase Sensory Foundations and Intermediate together!
Sensory Foundations
$650
Includes Certificate and SCA Fees
Master the SCA Flavor Wheel, learn professional cupping protocol, and using the new CVA form.
*Save $300 if you purchase Sensory Foundations and Intermediate together!
Sensory Intermediate
$1200
Includes Certificate and SCA Fees
Move beyond basic tasting with advanced sensory analysis, professional cupping protocols, and CVA-based evaluation.
Evolved Q Grader Course
$2495.00
Become a licensed Q Grader in this 6-day intensive course. Build advanced Coffee Value Assessment skills through rigorous theory, hands-on evaluations, and exams.
