Regionals Dates ’25: Sunday 30 March, Sunday 6 April and Sunday 13 April
We’re excited to return our pared-down Barista events to the regions in 2025.
Hosts, we’ve compiled a list of key requirements for a successful event. Let us know if you have a space by expressing your interest here>
Baristas, do you have a delicious coffee? Would you like to showcase your skills by serving four delightful espresso drinks and four milk-based beverages, all while delivering renowned customer service? Once again, three regional titles will be up for grabs, with prizes to be confirmed.
We’ll provide everything you need—a machine, grinder, milk, cups, spoons, even milk jugs and tampers. Don’t worry about table decorations; it’s all about the coffee.
Judges, keep tasting! We’ll be launching a new online education portal for you soon!
Mā te wā.
When?
Sunday 30 March, Sunday 6 April, and Sunday 13 April
Auckland/Tāmaki Makaurau Sunday, date and venue TBC
Wellington/Te Whanganui a Tara Sunday, date and venue TBC
Christchurch/Ōtautahi Sunday, date and venue TBC
Aotearoa Barista Champs: Saturday 23- Sunday 24 August ’25
What’s happening?
We’re looking for spaces to host our regional events.
Baristas, bring your coffee and presentation and serve with great customer service. Coffee will be presented to four sensory judges (two scoring and two guests), one technical judge, and one head judge.
They will have 5 mins to dial in and 11 mins to present.
What about sponsoring?
We are reviewing all sponsorship agreements/tenders as they come in, and once confirmed, they will be announced on the sponsorship page.
Keen to know more about who’s sponsoring so far, and what sponsorship categories are available, please click here>