Because every cup has a story, if you know how to listen.

 Why Tasting Coffee Is an Art

You don’t need to be a barista champion to taste coffee like one. Whether you’re sipping a classic espresso or a delicate pour-over, every cup has layers of aroma, flavor, texture, and aftertaste. Just like wine tasting, coffee appreciation is a skill—and a joy—to be developed over time.

 The 5 Essentials of Professional Coffee Tasting

1. Smell First, Always

Before you take a sip, bring the cup to your nose. Close your eyes.

What do you smell?

• Fruity like berries?
• Nutty, chocolatey, or spicy?
• Earthy, floral, citrusy?

Your nose is your first guide. In fact, aroma contributes to over 70% of flavor perception.

2. Slurp It! (Yes, Really.)

Professionals slurp coffee to aerate it—spraying it across the entire tongue and palate for full exposure to flavor.

It may sound odd in public, but it brings out:

• Acidity (think brightness, not sourness)
• Sweetness
• Bitterness
• Complexity

At Red Man Cafe, you’re more than welcome to slurp away in a tasting session!