Research and Development
Cupping is a method of systematically evaluating the aroma and taste of
coffee beans. It is used by growers, buyers and roasters to assess the quality
of a particular coffee sample. Proper cupping requires the adherence to
an exacting set of brewing standards and a formal step-by-step evaluation
process. For a coffee roaster, a great coffee cupper is essential in selecting
the finest beans. Maximus' lab technicians are all US Food & Drug Administration
(FDA) certified coffee cuppers.
The Maximus lab and its staff have been certified by the FDA and uses ISO standards in:
- blend matching and control,
- analyzing,
- moisture using oven and Sinar,
- grading,
- particle size using Rotap and laser technologies,
- color,
- density, and
- caffeine (HPLC).