ASEAN Coffee Institute (ACI) is the official coffee training and education body formed by the ASEAN Coffee Federation (ACF).
10/10/2025
Two temperatures, one coffee - endless discovery with the ACF Coffee Appreciation Protocol (ACAP).
By cupping at both 88°C and 94°C, we experience how different water temperatures extract distinct flavour compounds.
94°C represents the classic cupping tradition, while 88°C reflects today’s café and barista trends.
A deeper way to appreciate every layer of coffee.
18/09/2025
It’s a wrap! ✨
The 2nd ACF Coffee Appreciation Protocol (ACAP) Training session in Kuala Lumpur at DC Academy, from 15-17 September 2025 has come to a close.
Massive thank you to for the support and for hosting our training.
Three fruitful and exciting days of learning and discovery - from diving into coffee science, analysing how roasting shapes flavour, and unravelling the science of flavour perception, to grading green coffee, exploring the innovative two-temperature cupping of the ACAP protocol, cubicle cupping with Cpin and sharpening skills through triangulation activities.
A big thank you to all participants for bringing your passion and energy to the training!
03/09/2025
Flavour speaks every language. The ASEAN Coffee Flavour Sphere (Version 2) is now available for download in multiple languages.
Download now — and discover flavour without borders.
05/08/2025
Introducing the supporting tools to the ACF Coffee Appreciation Protocol (ACAP):
☕ ASEAN Coffee Flavour Sphere – for a shared flavour vocabulary
📱 Cpin – enabling seamless digital cupping and results tabulation across all ACAP components
👃 Scentible sensory kits – for aroma training, both orthonasal and retronasal
Together, they support consistent, accessible, and regionally relevant coffee appreciation.
21/07/2025
An eventful 3 days filled with productive discussions and cupping sessions using the new Cpin cupping app.
Looking forward to what’s next as we continue to refine the way coffee is appreciated.
18/07/2025
The inaugural 3-day ACF Coffee Appreciation Protocol (ACAP) training, held from 16–18 July 2025, successfully concluded with a full program covering theory from farm to cup, hands-on cupping sessions, and use of the Cpin cupping app throughout.
Led by Dave Lim, Technical Director of the ASEAN Coffee Institute, and joined by dedicated trainers from across ASEAN.
Big thanks to for hosting the session, and heartfelt appreciation to all trainers for your time, participation, and valuable feedback.
See you at the next session!
07/06/2024
Are you looking to enhance your sensory skills? Look no further as the Scentible. Sensory Kit is now available for purchase!
Scentible. offers an extensive collection of natural, alcohol-free aroma sprays carefully curated to represent the diverse range of aromas found in coffee.
From fruity and floral notes to earthy and nutty undertones, the aromas cover the full spectrum of coffee experiences.
Sharpen your coffee sensory today with Scentible.
Place your order through aseancoffeeinstitute.org.
04/03/2024
Join us for an immersive ASEAN coffee brewing and sharing session led by Elysia Tan, co-founder of Homeground Coffee Roasters, Singapore and 2022 World Brewers Cup 2nd runner up!
Don't miss this incredible opportunity to delve into the world of specialty coffee with one of the best.
Date: 6th March 2024
Time: 3pm - 4pm & 4.30pm - 5.30pm
Venue: Booth 9-G43, THAIFEX - HOREC Asia 2024, Impact Muang Thong Thani Bangkok Thailand
25/12/2023
May your days be merry and bright, and your heart be light with the spirit of the season.
Cheers to a joyful Christmas and a fantastic New Year ahead!
03/11/2023
Our Technical Director, Mr. Dave Lim, hosted an ASEAN cupping session during Malaysia Coffee Week 2023.
The session aimed to introduce ASEAN coffee to the general public. It marked the inaugural use of the ACF Coffee Perceptive and Descriptive Assessment in a public setting.
The response was overwhelming, as many attendees were pleasantly surprised by the delightful flavors of ASEAN coffee. This contrasted with their preconceived notions of typical spice, smoky, to***co, or earthy notes often associated with ASEAN coffee.
This positive reception encourages us, and we hope to see ASEAN coffee being featured more prominently in the future.
01/10/2023
Happy International Coffee Day!
Let's celebrate the love for coffee that unites us in the ASEAN community.
Cheers to the producers, baristas, and coffee enthusiasts who make it all possible!
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