Are you Australasia’s best barista?

A two group Orchestrale Etnica valued at $11k is up for grabs for the barista that’s crowned the ultimate craftsperson of that perfect cup of coffee . If you are or know of a barista with an outstanding passion for a beautiful cup of coffee, entry to this exciting competition is now open.

Four heats set for July through to September will determine who will compete in the grand finals of the Danes Grand Barista Championship in Sydney at Harbord Diggers on Saturday 18th September 2010

. Entry is FREE to the public and doors open at 10am.

Baristas in the competition will have just 12 minutes to make four espressos, four milk coffees and four latte art coffees. They will be judged by coffee industry experts, on the criteria of beverage presentation, barista technique, personal presentation, service to judges and most importantly flavour. 

The winners of the Australian heats will compete against the top baristas from Thailand, Hong Kong, Korea and Singapore.

‘Competing baristas must be consistent, must produce quality and above all, they must be prepared,’ says Danes Gourmet Coffee Institute Head Trainer Jamie Hersol.  

At the Finals of the Danes Grand Barista Championship to be held at Harbord Diggers on Saturday 18th September 2010 a Latte Art competition, Taste Test Challenge and Danes Home Barista Competition supported by Giotto, will make for an exciting day of all things coffee. 

Events:
Melbourne – Fri 9th & Sat 10th July
Port Macquarie – Mon 30th & Tues 31st August
Sydney – Wed 15th & Thurs 16th September
Sydney Finals – Sat 18th September, Harbord Diggers Club 10am entry is FREE to the public

Further information & registration: www.danes.com.au