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Cup Taster Championship 2024 - Competition Rules and Regulations

    Competition Rules and Regulations All official competitors must pay a non-refundable registration fee of AED 150. Competitors must be at least 18 years old. Employees and ex-employees of Refill who of less than a year ago are not eligible to participate. Cupping spoons, water, and spit cups will be provided to all competitors. Competitors cannot be replaced if absent; Refill reserves the right to select a replacement at its own discretion. If the required number of competitors is not met, visitors may register to compete. Selected competitors must pay the registration fee of AED 150. Official competitors will receive a welcome message via AI, Instagram, and EDM. Each round will consist of four competitors. The top 16 competitors will...

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How to Brew: Small Batch Cold Brew

Method: Quench your thirst on a hot day with our cold brew coffee recipe. Follow these steps to create a refreshing iced coffee experience: Prepare a glass container or a French Press with a capacity of at least 1.5L. Weigh out 100g of whole bean coffee. Grind the coffee using a coarse setting, approximately 27 clicks on the Comandante grinder. Add the ground coffee into your chosen container and fill it with 1L of room temperature water, maintaining a 1:15 coffee-to-water ratio. Gently stir the slurry on top to ensure all the coffee grounds are fully submerged. Keep the container in the refrigerator or at room temperature, away from sunlight or heat. After 10-12 hours of steeping, filter out the...

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How to Brew: The Pour Over with FAST Filters

Method: Experience the perfect cup of coffee with our V60 brewing method. Follow these simple steps to enjoy a black coffee with a balanced acidity, body, and sweetness: Begin by heating at least 225g of filtered water to 94C. If you don't have a thermometer, aim for just under boiling temperature. Weigh out 15g of whole bean coffee, providing a 1:15 coffee-to-water ratio. Grind the coffee using a medium-coarse setting, approximately 16 clicks on the Comandante grinder. Place the Sibarist FAST Filter on the V60 dripper and rinse it with hot water. Discard the rinsing water. Add the ground coffee into the V60 dripper. Start your timer and pour 50g of water onto the coffee grounds in concentric circles, ensuring...

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How to Brew: The French Press

Method: Discover the art of brewing coffee with our French Press method. Follow these simple steps to enjoy a flavorful cup with a satisfying body: Begin by heating at least 225g of filtered water to 99C. If you don't have a thermometer, aim for just under boiling temperature. Weigh out 15g of whole bean coffee, providing a 1:15 coffee-to-water ratio. Grind the coffee using a coarse setting, approximately 27 clicks on the Comandante grinder. Preheat the French Press by adding some hot water, then discard the water used for preheating. Add the ground coffee into the French Press. Start your timer and pour 225g of water onto the coffee bed in the French Press within 30 seconds. Give it a...

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How to Brew: The Pour Over with a Hario V60

Method: Discover the perfect brew with our V60 coffee brewing method. Follow these straightforward steps to enjoy a vibrant and clean cup of coffee: Begin by heating at least 225g of filtered water to 94C. If you don't have a thermometer, slightly below boiling temperature will suffice. Weigh out 15g of whole bean coffee, providing a 1:15 coffee-to-water ratio. Grind the coffee using a medium-coarse setting, approximately 18 clicks on the Comandante grinder. Place your preferred filter onto the V60 and rinse it with hot water. Discard the rinsing water. Add the ground coffee into the V60 dripper. Start your timer and pour 50g of water onto the coffee grounds in concentric circles, ensuring thorough saturation. At the 30-second mark,...

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