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Yunus Çakmak, holder of SCA AST, Q Grader and Q Instructor titles, becomes the first Turkish juror for the global “The Best 100 Coffee Shops” platform
Yunus Çakmak, a Turkish coffee professional with SCA AST, Q Grader and Q Instructor credentials, has been selected as the sole Turkish member of the jury for “The Best 100 Coffee Shops,” a platform often likened to a Michelin guide for coffee [1].
Key takeaways
Yunus Çakmak’s career combines formal education with extensive field experience. Beyond teaching in training rooms, he has conducted workshops and seminars in numerous countries, working directly with coffee growers to improve harvest, fermentation and sensory analysis practices [1]. His hands‑on approach, which covers the entire coffee chain from farm to cup, has earned him a reputation as one of the few experts who engage both producers and baristas on site [1].
Çakmak describes his jury role as both a personal honor and a national milestone. He notes that having a Turkish professional among the world’s coffee authorities signals that Turkey’s specialty coffee standards are now accepted at an international level [2]. The “The Best 100 Coffee Shops” jury is described as the coffee industry’s equivalent of a Michelin guide, demanding not only technical knowledge but also years of sensory expertise and global respect [1].
Çakmak’s appointment underscores Turkey’s emergence on the global specialty coffee stage, offering a visible role model for aspiring Turkish baristas and roasters. It also suggests that Turkish coffee culture is increasingly aligning with the scientific and sensory standards championed by organizations such as the Specialty Coffee Association. As the industry continues to globalize, Çakmak’s presence on the jury may pave the way for more Turkish voices to influence international coffee rankings and standards.
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