Specialty Coffee Association

Specialty Coffee Association From coffee farmers to baristas and roasters, our membership spans the globe, encompassing every element of the coffee value chain.
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SCA is the global stage for specialty coffee, where culture, commerce and community collide; we support the industry through research, standards, education and events. The SCA acts as a unifying force within the specialty coffee industry and works to make coffee better by raising standards worldwide through a collaborative and progressive approach. Dedicated to building an industry that is fair, su

stainable, and nurturing for all, the SCA draws on years of insights and inspiration from the specialty coffee community.

08/17/2026

Applications open September 15, 2026. ☕
 
The Master of Specialty Coffee is here — the credential for those who’ve dedicated their career to coffee.
 
Think you’re ready? Head to the link in our bio to explore the eligibility requirements and learn about the application process.

Relevant, practical, and connected.✍️Experience education that combines the best of self-paced, expert-led, and peer-dri...
08/06/2026

Relevant, practical, and connected.✍️

Experience education that combines the best of self-paced, expert-led, and peer-driven interaction.

Countdown to the second cohort. ⏳

Cohort One of Coffee Business Education kicks off tomorrow — and this is your last call to claim a seat. 12 weeks of han...
07/28/2026

Cohort One of Coffee Business Education kicks off tomorrow — and this is your last call to claim a seat.

12 weeks of hands-on business education for coffee pros, plus a perk that keeps paying off: complete the program and earn a complimentary 3-day attendee badge to World of Coffee USA and an invitation to an exclusive Alumni Reception, connecting you with graduates across every CBE cohort — a rare chance to build your network and experience the global coffee industry in person.

First cohort. First chance. Don't watch this one from the outside.
📍 Registration closes today: https://specialtycoffee.my.site.com/s/coffee-business-education-registration

07/25/2026

Cohort 1 of the SCA’s Coffee Business Education program starts in just 4 days — and there’s still time to join.
 
Learn from experts who have been where you’re heading. ↗️ 12 weeks. Four modules. Taught by four coffee industry operators and owners who’ve built it, scaled it, and are sharing the hard lessons they learned.
 
Register now — link in bio.

Meet two new additions to the SCA Certified Home Brewers list:☕ GE Café Specialty Drip Coffee Maker — 2-10 cup settings ...
07/23/2026

Meet two new additions to the SCA Certified Home Brewers list:

☕ GE Café Specialty Drip Coffee Maker — 2-10 cup settings with light, medium, and bold flavor profiles; brews at 185-205°F with a vacuum carafe that holds heat up to 2 hours. ()

☕ GE Café Specialty Drip Coffee Maker with Glass Carafe — same brew controls and temperature range, paired with a glass carafe and warming plate that holds heat up to 2 hours. ()

Explore the full list of Certified Home Brewers at sca.coffee/certified-home-brewer

07/23/2026

Still deciding about Coffee Business Education? Hear more from the people teaching it. 👈

12 weeks, four modules, built for café owners, future operators, and coffee professionals ready to take the business side seriously.

Registration is open. Link in bio.

When you're running a business, every decision matters—which means every one can become a mistake. For so many coffee le...
07/21/2026

When you're running a business, every decision matters—which means every one can become a mistake. For so many coffee leaders, the impact of mistakes is learnt the hard way, but Coffee Business Education covers the potential pitfalls of pricing mistakes and more.

Cohort are open now, with the first starting next week! Find out more at https://sca.coffee/education/coffee-business-education

07/17/2026

Learn from the pros.
Learn from your peers.
Learn in collaboration.
Learn at your own pace.

A business owner never stops learning.

Coffee Business Education helps you ask the right questions to get the answers you need, in a learning environment that is designed to meet you where you're at - from financing to hiring to menu selection to P&Ls. Join a cohort today! https://sca.coffee/education/coffee-business-education

07/01/2026

Last up, leading our Business Strategy & Growth module, meet Steve Chang.

Steve has spent 25+ years doing exactly this sort of work: he is the founder and CEO of Copa Vida Café and brings a practical, community-centered approach to building coffee businesses that last. During his weeks, you’ll explore business planning, market analysis, competitive differentiation, and planning for scaling your business.

CBE registration is open now. Head to the link in bio to book your place now.

06/29/2026

What an unforgettable week in Brussels. ❤️☕
Thank you to every exhibitor, competitor, volunteer, partner, sponsor, and attendee who made World of Coffee Brussels such an incredible celebration of specialty coffee. From inspiring conversations and world-class competitions to new discoveries and lasting connections, it was a week we'll never forget.
The journey continues—save the date for the next World of Coffee in Lisbon, June 17–19. We can't wait to see you there!

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