WCC News
2026 WBrC Grinder Procedure
The newly released WBrC Grinder Procedure outlines how grinders will be provided, configured, and managed throughout the competition. As the World Brewers Cup (WBrC) continues to grow, these updates reinforce WBrC’s commitment to world-class conditions that allow brewers from around the globe to perform at their best and continue shaping the future of specialty coffee.
Announcing the 2026 Cezve/Ibrik Champion: Jane Espante, representing the United Arab Emirates!
The 2026 Cezve/Ibrik Champion was announced on January 20, 2026, on the World of Coffee Dubai stage, marking the first championship event of the 2026 World Coffee Championships (WCC) season.
Announcing the 2026-2027 World Barista Championship Qualified Sponsors
The Specialty Coffee Association is pleased to announce the Qualified Sponsors for the 2026–2027 World Barista Championship (WBC)—marking the start of a new cycle dedicated to elevating excellence, fostering innovation, and supporting the global specialty coffee community.
Announcing the 2025 World Barista Champion: Jack Simpson representing Australia
It’s time to introduce the 2025 World Barista Champion: Jack Simpson representing Australia!
Announcing the 2025 World Barista Championship Finalists
Six champions are headed to the finals round of the 2025 World Barista Championship in Milan.
Announcing the 2025 World Barista Championship Semi-Finalists & WBC Team Winners
The first two days of competition are over at WBC Milan, and we’re moving on to the next round!
World of Coffee and the World Brewers Cup Head to Bogotá, Colombia in 2027
Today during the first round of the 2025 World Barista Championship at HostMilano, Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) CEO Yannis Apostolopoulos and Colombian Coffee Growers Federation/Federación Nacional de Cafeteros de Colombia (FNC) CEO Germán Alberto Bahamón Jaramillo took to the competition stage to jointly confirm and announce World of Coffee Bogotá 2027 featuring the 2027 World Brewers Cup, set to take place over three days from September 30 – October 2, 2027 in Bogotá, Colombia.
Announcing the Cezve/Ibrik Champion: Charles Boyenval representing France!
The Cezve/Ibrik Championship (CIC) showcases the Cezve or Ibrik preparation of brewing coffee, set in a competition format that celebrates the cultural tradition. In this championship, competitors are encouraged to bring their own style/culture to their performance to showcase what is one of the oldest forms of preparing coffee.
Announcing the 2025 World Cup Tasters Champion: Chatchalerm (AKA BOSS) representing Thailand!
The final heats of the 2025 World Cup Tasters Championship have concluded, meaning we have a new champion to announce!
Announcing the World Latte Art Champion: Chen Zhuohao representing China!
The 2025 World Latte Art Championships concluded today in Geneva, Switzerland at World of Coffee Europe.
Announcing the 2025 World Coffee In Good Spirits Champion: Georgius Audrey Teja, representing Indonesia!
It’s time to introduce the 2025 World Coffee In Good Spirits Champion: Georgius Audrey Teja, representing Indonesia!