Equipment for Cupping Lab

Equipment for Cupping Lab

The essentials for tasting coffee systematically. Our cupping spoons are deep-bowled and balanced for proper slurping and easy cleaning between cups, and our assessment trays work for both green and roasted coffee - grading samples, spotting defects, and comparing lots side by side.

  • Green or Roasted Assessment Trays

    Green or Roasted Assessment Trays

    Green or Roasted Assessment Trays

    £2.75
    £2.75
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  • Green Coffee Collective Cupping Spoon

    Green Coffee Collective Cupping Spoon

    Green Coffee Collective Cupping Spoon

    £3.95
    £3.95
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Your guide to Equipment for Cupping Lab

  • What kind of tools are included here?

    This collection includes everything needed for a consistent, professional cupping setup. You’ll find SCA-style cupping bowls and spoons, accurate digital scales for measuring doses and water, timers to help you stay on protocol, and thermometers for monitoring brew temperatures. Each item is selected for reliability and ease of use in both home and professional settings.

  • Who are these tools for?

    These tools are for anyone looking to taste coffee more systematically. If you're a home roaster learning to evaluate your own roasts, these are a great place to start. For professionals, they’re ideal for calibration, sample evaluation, and quality control. Most items align with industry standards, making them suitable for both casual use and formal cuppings.

  • How do I choose what I need?

    If you’re building a setup from scratch, start simple – a cupping spoon, a few bowls, and a scale will take you far. If you're running regular sessions or assessing coffees for purchase, adding tools like temperature controlled kettles can help you stay consistent across sessions and tasters. The right tools depend on how you cup, but the goal is the same: repeatable, reliable results.

Your questions, answered

Do I need all of these tools to start cupping?

Not at all. A good spoon, a few bowls, and a scale are enough to begin. You can build the rest of your setup as you go.

Are these tools suitable for SCA-standard cuppings?

Yes – most of the gear here meets or closely follows SCA standards, so whether you’re cupping casually or for quality control, you’re covered.

Can I use my regular kitchen scale or spoon?

You can start with what you have, but dedicated cupping tools make the whole process easier and more consistent – especially if you’re tasting regularly.

What’s the difference between a cupping spoon and a regular spoon?

Cupping spoons are deeper and more rounded, which helps you slurp properly and brings out more aroma and flavour when tasting.