11/12/2025
The SCA is excited to announce the Qualified Sponsors for the 2026–2027 World Barista Championship, marking the beginning of a new two-year cycle dedicated to elevating excellence, fostering innovation, and strengthening the global specialty coffee community.
☕ 2026-2027 WBC Qualified Espresso Machine STORM "Barista Attitude" (Storm Barista Attitude), Tempesta Espresso Machine
⚙️ 2026-2027 WBC Qualified Espresso Grinder Ceado (Ceado), REV Zero & E37Z-Naked Grinders
💧 2026-2027 WBC Qualified Water Filtration Sponsor BWT water+more (BWT water+more Deutschland GmbH)
Through the World Coffee Championships, the SCA advances its mission to create community, foster innovation, provide career pathways, and excite consumers about the possibilities of specialty coffee. The competitions serve as a global platform where baristas, manufacturers, and coffee leaders come together to share ideas, celebrate excellence, and shape the future of the industry.
Make sure to join us at the 2026 and 2027 World Barista Championships:
📍 Panama City World Coffee Championships: Oct 23–25, 2026
📍 Tokyo World Coffee Championships: Apr 28–May 1, 2027
Read the full Announcement at https://bit.ly/4rGAlgO