Description

Le Nez du Café 2.0 – 60 Aromas Boxset is the world's most comprehensive and recognized olfactory training kit for the sensory analysis of coffee. Developed by Éditions Jean Lenoir, creator of the renowned "Le Nez du Vin," in collaboration with the Coffee Quality Institute (CQI), this exclusive set has been tested by over 200 Q Graders in 57 countries to ensure maximum consistency and educational reliability. It is considered the international standard in SCA courses, sensory analysis laboratories, and coffee academies.

The boxset contains 60 bottles of aromatic essences, each linked to real olfactory profiles of Arabica and Robusta coffee, carefully selected and calibrated to represent the most important aromatic families: fruity, floral, roasted, spicy, vegetal, and fermented. Each aroma is housed in a numbered bottle, screened to avoid visual bias, and accompanied by descriptive technical sheets explaining its origin, aromatic context, and perception in coffee.

The kit also includes a 96-page illustrated manual, written by Emma Sage (CQI), which delves into the functioning of the human sense of smell, coffee genetics, aroma chemistry, the history of sensory analysis, and evaluation techniques. The kit also includes a map of aromatic families and a multilingual guide that support olfactory learning and memorization in a practical and intuitive way.

The set is housed in an elegant and durable rigid box, handcrafted in France and designed to last. If properly stored, the essences maintain their intensity and aromatic fidelity for at least 5 years.

“Le Nez du Café” is more than just a tool: it is a true ally in the professional and sensorial growth of those who work with coffee or have a profound love for it. Perfect for Q Graders, trainers, roasters, baristas, and advanced coffee lovers, it is also an invaluable teaching tool for courses, workshops, and in-person training.

What's included in the box:

• 60 bottles of calibrated aromatic essences
• 96-page illustrated manual 
• Technical descriptive sheets for each aroma
• Aromatic family map
• Elegant and durable hard case

Why it's important:

• Helps develop common and shared terminology in the coffee industry
• Strengthens olfactory memory and sensory recognition
• Essential for sensory analysis, Q-Grading courses, and SCA training
• Also ideal for workshops, events, introductory and advanced courses
• Used by roasters, professional tasters, baristas, and trainers

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