We are experienced coffee consultants who enjoy making coffee taste great. You can count on our advice, innovation, testing and SCA training to achieve your goals.
Based in the heart of Edinburgh’s historic New Town since 2009 we work with clients spanning the coffee world.
Our mission is to improve quality, to support sustainable solutions, and create access to high quality services for everyone through our coffee training, testing and consulting services.
SCA Courses
The professional coffee training programmes run by Coffee Nexus help people develop their skills and realise their potential.
Coffee Consultancy
Whether you are a start up or are looking for advice on your current business we will take time to listen, understand, and offer unique, confidential solutions.
Product Development
Developing and launching new, innovative products that speak to customers is central to the success of all coffee businesses. We can manage your new product development from inception to release.
Product Testing
Our coffee quality assurance services support the full value chain, covering all elements from green coffee pre-purchase, through roasting to finished coffee products on shelf. Our expertise can confidentially monitor your products to ensure they achieve the highest levels of product performance and consistency.
We work on projects from farm level through to roasting and retail.
Our founder John, is a Head Judge for the Cup of Excellence, has developed education curriculum content for SCA, and is a dual certified Q Arabica and Robusta Grader
We have been teaching certified SCA coffee courses for over a decade.
SCA’s coffee skills programme is an ideal way to gain comprehensive combined theoretical and practical skills across a range of subject fields.
At a Glance
Duration: 60 minutes
Format: Video call (Zoom, link sent on booking)
Delivered by: John Thompson, Coffee Nexus
Location: Online, from your office, roastery or wherever you are
Booking: You'll receive a booking link after purchase to pick a slot
Follow-up: Written recommendations report within 3 working days
A focused one-hour conversation with an experienced coffee consultant.
Whether you are working through a specific challenge, considering a new direction, or simply want an independent view on your current approach, this call gives you clear, practical input without the commitment of a larger project.
What we'll typically cover
We look at the questions that matter most to you. This may include green coffee sourcing, quality control, sensory and cupping systems, roast development, training, or operational processes. The discussion stays focused on your situation and the outcomes you want to achieve.
We look at the questions that matter most to you. Common areas typically include:
Roast profile development and consistency
Green coffee sourcing and supply chain decisions
Quality control and sensory systems
Developing new products for your company
Training and operational processes
The discussion always stays tightly focused on your situation and the outcomes you want.
Who this is for
Roasters, café owners, green coffee traders and other coffee professionals who would benefit from an external perspective. It is also a useful first conversation if you are considering a larger piece of consultancy work.
How it works
After booking you send a short written brief outlining the issue or decision you want to discuss. On the call we work through it together keeping a clear focus on the areas that matter most to you. Within three working days you receive a written summary with clear recommendations and suggested next steps.
What you take away
You receive a concise written report tailored to your business, plus any relevant suggestions for further training, grading, product development or consultancy support if needed. The report is yours to keep and share internally.