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Le Nez du Café 2.0 Coffee Aroma Training Kit Overview
Le Nez du Café 2.0 is the definitive sensory training kit for coffee professionals, educators, and serious enthusiasts. Designed to help you train your nose, sharpen your palate, and speak coffee fluently, this edition sets a global benchmark for aroma recognition and sensory development.
After years of research, this reinvented kit features 60 precision-calibrated aroma vials—each representing a core scent found in coffees around the world, including the industry’s first robusta-specific markers. A detailed 96-page expert guide and 60 aroma cards give structure to your training, connecting complex flavor notes with their underlying chemical structures and sensory patterns.
Whether you’re dialing in your roasts, calibrating a team of Q graders, or refining your tasting vocabulary, Le Nez du Café 2.0 is your path to mastering the language of coffee through scent.
Le Nez du Café 2.0 Coffee Aroma Training Kit Features
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60 Aroma Vials for Coffee Sensory Mastery
Identify the full spectrum of coffee aromas—from floral and fruity to earthy and spicy—with consistent, stable formulations that hold up to repeated use. -
Expanded Formula Set Including Robusta Markers
Covers the full range of global coffee profiles, with aroma vials that represent both arabica and robusta—offering a comprehensive foundation for professional sensory training.
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Expert Guide by Emma Sage
A 96-page book packed with deep sensory insights, chemical structures, and QR-linked resources for extended learning. -
60 Aroma Cards
Reference cards include descriptive notes, molecular breakdowns, and space for personal impressions—perfect for guided or self-paced sessions.
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Used by the Best
Adopted by roasters, barista schools, and Q graders worldwide. Referenced in the World Coffee Research Sensory Lexicon and validated by Kansas State University’s Sensory Research Center.
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Elegant and Educational Design
Built for durability, accuracy, and daily use in training labs, cupping rooms, and classrooms.
What's Included
- 60 Aroma Vials — Organized into three distinct kits, covering the full range of coffee profiles.
- 60 Aroma Cards — With detailed descriptions, chemical structures, and space for notes.
- 96-Page Expert Guide — Written by Emma Sage, includes scientific insights and QR-linked resources for deeper learning.
- “How to Use” Training Manual — For structured, progressive aroma training sessions.
FAQs
Q: Is this kit suitable for beginners or only professionals?
A: While it’s designed with professionals in mind, serious home baristas and enthusiasts will find it an invaluable tool for deepening their sensory skills.
Q: Are the aromas safe and long-lasting?
A: Yes. Each vial is formulated for longevity and consistency. They're stable enough for repeated use without scent degradation.
Q: What's the difference between this and the previous Le Nez du Café kit?
A: Version 2.0 includes 15 new aromas (including robusta markers), a brand-new guide by Emma Sage, and updated aroma formulations for higher accuracy.
Q: Can I use this to train a team?
A: Absolutely. The kit is ideal for group training sessions in cafés, labs, and classrooms. The aroma cards and expert guide make it easy to lead structured lessons.
Q: What kind of heater or outlet do I need to use this kit?
A: No additional power or equipment is required. This is a self-contained, non-electronic aroma and training system.
About the Brand
Le Nez du Café is part of the renowned Le Nez du Vin family, creators of the world’s most respected aroma training kits. Rooted in French sensory science and designed in collaboration with leading coffee experts, Le Nez du Café bridges the gap between science and experience—helping professionals around the world develop a precise, shared language for coffee. Trusted by Q graders, roasters, and educators, their kits are used in training labs, certification programs, and competitions globally. With a focus on quality, consistency, and education, Le Nez du Café is the gold standard in coffee aroma education.
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WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. For more information, go to www.p65warnings.ca.gov.