DaVinci Gourmet Barista Craft Championship 2024

The DaVinci Gourmet Barista Craft Championship 2024 is a trendsetter in the coffee world with its focus on the sensory experience of coffee. Unlike conventional contests that focus on classic brews, this first-of-its-kind competition provides a unique platform for the global coffee community to showcase artistry, talent, and craftsmanship while building connections. Going beyond traditional brewing skills, this competition emphasises the pairing of flavours while pushing the boundaries of coffee innovation, celebrating the fusion of art and science in coffee craft.

United Through Coffee

At DaVinci Gourmet, the Barista Craft Championship celebrates coffee as a universal language,
uniting baristas from participating countries under the theme ‘United Through Coffee.’ It’s our way of
honouring the unique flavours, techniques, and traditions that make coffee such a powerful
connector while showcasing the incredible craftsmanship of baristas worldwide.

Global Finals Winners

At the Global Finals of the Inaugural DaVinci Gourmet Barista Craft Championship 2024, Emerson Nascimento from Latin America was crowned World Champion, securing 1st place after a rigorous three-stage competition which attracted participation from Asia Pacific, the Middle East, Africa, and Latin America. Chatuphon Jannongva from Thailand and Masanori Fujikura from Japan claimed 2nd and 3rd place.
These top contenders were selected from among 15 finalist winners vying for the prestigious title of DaVinci Gourmet’s Barista Craft Champion 2024 through a showcase of skills in practical tests, latte art, and signature coffee presentations. The prize winners collectively received USD 6,000 in cash, trophies, and hampers, with the World Champion also earning a fully sponsored coffee experience trip. Since its launch in August 2024, the competition has crowned 15 champion baristas from 30 participating countries, whittled down from over 780 online submissions from around the world.