Judging at the SCA UK Competitions

Why judge at the SCA UK Competitions?

How to become a Judge

Being a judge at one of our competitions not only allows you to enjoy innovative cups of coffee, it also provides you with new skills and experience.

As a judge, you will be one of the most important parts of our competitions. You’ll use your direct coffee experience and knowledge to ensure that the competitors are judged fairly.

Judges are required for all UK Coffee Events, and we are expecting a record number of competitors again this season.

If you have not judged before we are looking at continuing to grow the high calibre of UK Judges that we have in our judging pool and are looking for people with SCA Qualifications, at Intermediate level or above, Q Grader Qualification or are a recognised coffee professional within their day to day work.

Judges Certification and Calibration

This year’s Judges Calibration & Certification is a mixture of online learning and in-person practicals. 
 
SCA UK 2024 JUDGES CALIBRATION & CERTIFICATION EVENT

Online Presentation & Rules Calibration
– You must attend one of these online sessions

Where: Online

When: Wednesday, January 3rd 2024 – 17:00 to 19:00 or Monday, January 8th 2024 – 14:00 to 16:00

In Person Practical Sensory Calibration & Assessment
– You must attend this practical session to be able to judge

Where: Extract London – Extract Coffee Roasters, 5 Morocco St, Bermondsey, London, SE1 3HB

When: Saturday 13th January 08:30 to 17:00

Anyone interested in learning about judging or wanting to certify is encouraged to email judges@scauk.coffee 

Any competitor certifying will not be able to judge the competition(s) in which they enter during that season. All judges are also required to be a valid SCA member.
Competitor Data Handling

By ticking the box and purchasing a ticket you agree to our Competitor Information Handling Policy, which includes the following:

  • Contact and Responsiveness: You authorise us to use the contact information provided to communicate with you regarding all aspects of the competition, including but not limited to, scheduling, rules, and updates. Failure to respond to communications within a reasonable timeframe, as determined by the competition organisers, may result in adjustments to your participation, including, but not limited to, cancellation or transfer of your place to a waiting list participant.
  • Sponsor Communication: You understand that our sponsors may require specific information to provide support, logistics, and promotional materials related to the competition. Whilst we do not routinely share all competitor details, we may share relevant information, such as contact details for product-related communications, addresses for material delivery, or information necessary for logistical coordination.
  • Public Display of Information: You consent to the use of your name, company information, and competition results in marketing and communications related to the event, including potential display on live streams, event screens, and post-event publications.
  • Photography and Videography: You grant us and our sponsors the right to capture and utilise photographs and video footage of you during the competition, including during performances and judging. This material may be used for marketing, promotional, and educational purposes by SCA UK and our sponsors, both during and after the competition.
  • Data Retention and Rights: Your data will be stored securely and retained for a period necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy and to comply with legal obligations. You have the right to request access to, rectification, or erasure of your personal data, subject to applicable data protection laws.
  • Rule Adherence: Participation in the competition implies acceptance of and adherence to the official competition rules, as published on the SCA UK website.
  • Liability: To the fullest extent permitted by law, SCA UK and its sponsors shall not be liable for any loss, damage, or injury arising from participation in the competition, except in cases of negligence or wilful misconduct.”