Night of Pours
Join us on October 4th for a latte art throwdown. This is bracket-style latte art competition will have baristas going head-to-head, pouring their best latte art.
Whether you’re a professional barista or a home enthusiast, you’re welcome to join the bracket with a $5 buy-in. Prizes, food, fun, and hangs await all who come, whether entering the competition or just hanging out for moral support! We’re excited to see you there!
Pre-registration is NOW CLOSED. We have just a few spots for day-of sign-ups, which will be available on a first-come, first-served basis starting at 5 PM. $5 buy-in due in person at the event.
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5:00 - Training Lab opens to contestants, check-in begins
6:00 - Event begins
6:15 - Contestant check-in ends, bracket is finalized
6:30 - First pour
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Raffle and throwdown prizes are coming from these sponsors:
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The top three contestants will receive the below prizes.
First place: 50% of buy-in cash, grinder, coffee, mug, cupping spoon
Second place: 30% of buy-in cash, dripper, coffee, mug, cupping spoon
Third place: 20% of buy-in cash, coffee, mug, cupping spoon
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We’ll be raffling off prizes to attendants:
Cups
Mugs
Merch
Beans
Stickers
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We’ll be using the World Latte Art Championship criteria for judging:
Symmetry: A perfectly balanced design where both sides of the pattern mirror each other.
Contrast: Sharp, well-defined edges that showcase control over milk frothing and pouring techniques
Color Balance: Harmony in color blending within the cup, with smooth, glossy foam and even distribution.
Consistency: The ability to replicate the same pattern across multiple cups with precision.
Overall Impression: Creativity, complexity, and artistic impact, rewarding unique designs that push the boundaries of traditional latte art. -
You are allowed to bring your own pitchers
We will have our training lab open for warm-ups
Bracket positions will be determined randomly