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Session 2: Competition. Judging. Volunteering. Why should you get involved? Thu, 6 Aug, 7pm - 9:30pm NZST Add to calendar Online Event Book Here> Coffee competitions can seem intimidating. You might think they're only for elite baristas, experienced judges, or people who've "been around forever." The reality couldn't be further from the truth. Whether you're thinking about competing for the first time, becoming a judge, volunteering behind the scenes, or simply wondering wha

I was invited recently to answer 4 questions from the founder of Red Ink Coffee & The Better Coffee. Thank you Krzysztof Blinkiewicz Read my four questions and other coffee people here> You are coffee people. Tell us. Four questions. Any language. Any format. Who are you and what do you do in coffee? A moment you're genuinely proud of. One problem in your part of the coffee world — and why it matters to you. What would you change — and what would better look like? Include a s

Something different is coming to the New Zealand coffee scene. On Friday 6 November 2026, Battle of Three (Tarung Tiga) will make its Aotearoa debut in Auckland, bringing one of Indonesia's most exciting and innovative coffee competition formats to New Zealand. But this isn't just another brewing competition. The Brewers are the Judges Battle of Three is built around a simple idea. Three competitors. One coffee. One grinder. One brewing device. The same conditions for everyon

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...