{"id":10468,"date":"2024-12-13T14:28:45","date_gmt":"2024-12-13T13:28:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/brusselscoffee.show\/?page_id=10468"},"modified":"2026-04-21T10:53:34","modified_gmt":"2026-04-21T08:53:34","slug":"barista-masters-2025","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/brusselscoffee.show\/en\/barista-masters-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"Barista Masters 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"
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\n\t\t\t\t\t Dimanche 8 Novembre 2026\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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A COMPETITION INSPIRED<\/b> DES COFFEE SHOPS<\/p>

The Barista Master is a competition like no other! In teams of two, participants face off in an original and intense concept, putting the essential skills of baristas to the test.<\/p>

At the d<\/strong>\u00e9fi Barista Challenge <\/b>Each team has 18 minutes to prepare a series of caffeinated creations designed to impress a jury of professionals.\u00a0<\/p>

No extravagant equipment or entry fees required: just bring your partner and your passion for coffee. This competition is open to everyone, from novice baristas to seasoned experts. Ready to take up the challenge and have some fun? Visit Barista Master<\/b> is for you\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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3 official judges from the world of specialty coffee will evaluate each beverage according to specific criteria.<\/p>

2 surprise judges: selected from the public or special guests (such as a chef or influencer), will assess overall performance, including hospitality, order-taking and beverage quality.<\/p>\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Each duo has 18 minutes on stage to prepare a total of 11 drinks for the Barista Challenge, and 5 minutes for the Infusion Challenge.<\/p>\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Espresso:<\/strong>
The barista duo must serve 3 espressos to the official judges (one for each of the 3 judges). The espressos must contain a single shot of the coffee provided and can be served in any quantity. The duo must describe the aromas as well as the texture!<\/p>

Plant-based milk drink with Oatly<\/strong>
The duo serves 3 milk drinks to the official judges (one for each of the 3 judges). The drink must contain a shot of espresso and can be made with any amount of milk, combining frothed milk and espresso according to their preferences. The duo must also describe the drink and its flavors.<\/p>

Signature drink (non-alcoholic):<\/strong>
The duo prepares and serves 3 signature drinks using a surprise ingredient drawn at the start of the competition (one drink for each of the 3 judges).<\/p>

Surprise ingredients: Matcha , Ander Cacao.<\/p>

Surprise drink :<\/strong>
The barista duo prepares two drinks for two surprise judges from the audience (one drink for each judge). Each surprise judge will choose a drink from the menu of 4 special recipes created by the duo.<\/p>

Each team must bring its own menu for the surprise judges. Baristas are free to design the menu as they wish, and it can reflect the establishment in which they work. The official judges will also evaluate the menu for originality (up to 5 points). If the menu includes special ingredients or accessories, it's up to the team to bring them along.<\/p>

If a recipe requires equipment not supplied, such as a drink prepared with an Aeropress, the team will have to bring the equipment itself.<\/p>

Surprise judges are selected from the live audience, 10 minutes before the team's performance. They will place their orders between the 5th and 10th minute of the performance. The baristas will have to welcome these surprise judges, take their orders and prepare their drinks, while simultaneously serving the 9 drinks intended for the official judges.<\/p>\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Scoring system :\n\nSurprise judges: 5 points per drink per judge\nThe surprise judges' final score will be based on service, order-taking, drink quality and menu originality.\n\nThe official judges will evaluate each drink according to the following criteria:<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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- Crema (5 points): Evaluation of crema color, thickness and consistency.
- Flavor (5 points): Evaluation of the aroma as described and announced by the barista.<\/p>

- Texture (5 points): Judgment on the espresso's mouthfeel and balance.<\/p>\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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- Crema (5 points): Evaluation of crema color, thickness and consistency.
- Flavor (5 points): Evaluation of the aroma as described and announced by the barista.<\/p>

- Texture (5 points): Judgment on the espresso's mouthfeel and balance.<\/p>\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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- Use of surprise ingredient (5 points): Evaluation of creativity and efficiency in integrating the surprise ingredient.<\/p>

- Creativity (5 points): Judging the originality of the drink and its concept.<\/p>

- Flavor (5 points): Evaluation of the overall taste and balance of the drink.<\/p>

- Appearance (5 points): Judging the visual presentation and appeal of the drink.<\/p>\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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The surprise menu will be judged on its originality, complexity and use of trendy ingredients.<\/p>\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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- Customer service and overall experience (10 points): Awarded for style, music, quality of customer service, beverage explanations and judges' overall experience.<\/p>

- Calm and control (5 points): Awarded for calm and control demonstrated despite time pressure.<\/p>

- Teamwork (5 points): Awarded for an organized and complementary performance between the two team members.<\/p>

- Cleanliness and organization of station (5 points): Awarded for a clean, well-organized station at the end of the allotted time, as expected at the end of service before another barista takes over.<\/p>\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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To calculate the total points a team can accumulate in the competition, the possible points for each category are added together:<\/p>

- Surprise judges: 10 points (5 points per judge)<\/p>

- Espresso: 3 espressos \u00d7 15 points = 45 points<\/p>

- Milk drink: 3 drinks \u00d7 15 points = 45 points<\/p>

- Signature drink: 3 drinks \u00d7 20 points = 60 points<\/p>

- Surprise menu: 5 points<\/p>

- The team: 25 points<\/p>

Total: 10 + 45 + 45 + 60 + 5 + 25 = 190 points maximum<\/p>

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