The World Latte Art Championship (WLAC) highlights artistic expression in a competition that challenges the barista in an on-demand performance. Baristas are judged based on visual attributes, creativity, identical patterns in the pairs, contrast in patterns, and overall performance.

The preliminary round includes the Art Bar and the main stage. The Art Bar brings audiences up close to eye-catching latte art (allowing etching and decoration) where the standout pour is chosen by popular contest. On the main stage, competitors produce six beverages in 11 minutes – two sets of matching free-pour lattes and 2 matching designer patterns.

In the final round, the top six competitors make two sets of matching sets of free-pour latte patterns, and two matching designer pattern lattes. The top-scoring competitor in the final round is declared the World Latte Art Champion.