Welcome to the World Coffee Championships

Seven annual skills-based competitions that are hosted at events around the world, featuring some of the world’s best coffee competitors. The World Coffee Championships promote coffee excellence, knowledge-sharing, networking, and innovation.

2025 World Coffee Championships Season Events


Houston World Coffee Championships
April 25-27, 2025
Specialty Coffee Expo | Houston, TX, USA

The World Coffee Roasting Championship comes to the US for the first time.

Jakarta World Coffee Championships
May 15-17, 2025
World of Coffee | Jakarta, Indonesia

Expect passionate audiences when the World Brewers Cup comes to World of Coffee in Jakarta, Indonesia.

Geneva World Coffee Championships
June 26-28, 2025
World of Coffee | Geneva, Switzerland

More than 80 competitors will compete at the World Latte Art, World Coffee in Good Spirits, World Cup Tasters, and Cezve/Ibrik Championships.

Milan World Coffee Championships
October 17-21, 2025
HostMilano | Milan, Italy

The world’s premier coffee competition returns to Milan to round out the 2025 competition season.

World Barista Championship 25th Anniversary

This year marks a remarkable milestone for the World Barista Championship (WBC) as it proudly celebrates its 25th anniversary. From its modest beginnings tucked-away in the corner of a Monte Carlo convention centre with just 17 baristas, it has grown into a globally revered stage with participants from over 50 Competition Bodies.

In its 15-minute spotlight, the WBC has served as both a showcase and a springboard for the world’s most talented baristas. Each year, it redefines our understanding of coffee’s potential, challenging us to see, taste, and appreciate coffee in new and exciting ways.

Join us in Milan as we honor this extraordinary journey and pay tribute to the many hands who have shaped this prestige coffee competition over the past quarter-century. Let’s raise a cup to 25 years of excellence, innovation, and community!

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Rules and Regulations


The rules & regulations for each competition are used at national and world-level competitions, and updated each year with oversight by the Competitions Strategic Committee.

Deferred Candidacy
Application and Questions


Deferred Candidacy is available to competitors with qualifying circumstances ensure that no competitor loses their right to compete in the World Championships for circumstances beyond their control. Learn more about the policy, submit questions/feedback, and apply at the link below.

US Regulations and Sanctions


The SCA’s events are subject to compliance with US regulations and sanctions. Learn more below.

Judges and Reps


Judges and Reps play a pivotal role in the World Coffee Championships, offering their expertise and dedication that is crucial to these events. Across six out of the seven championships, WCC Certified Judges meticulously assess competitors' performances, using the latest rules & regulations and a range of criteria.