The Washed Arabica Green Coffee Defect Poster | [cracked]

Developed by the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) in collaboration with the Coffee Quality Institute (CQI), the poster is a physical or digital reference sheet that catalogs the primary defects found specifically in green coffee. (Note: A separate poster exists for natural-processed and Robusta coffees.)

Coffee contracts often include clauses like “free from major defects.” Without the poster, an exporter in Colombia and an importer in Seattle may disagree on what constitutes a “sour bean.” The poster resolves disputes by offering a non-negotiable visual benchmark. the washed arabica green coffee defect poster