U.S Barista competition
The U.S. Barista Competition is a dynamic service competition that highlights and elevates the barista profession. Alongside the ticking of the clock, these competitors showcase their own unique skillsets and perspectives through presentation and the service of various coffee beverages to a panel of USBC Judges.
For the 2025 Season, two Regional Events are being held in Kansas City, MO and Raleigh, NC through the partnership of Regional Hosts. The location and date of the National Championship is yet to be announced, but will take place in early 2025.
The US Barista Competition is led and overseen by the USBC Committee. This dedicated group of volunteers, with the help of our regional communities and partners, work year round to organize, produce, and facilitate the competition. This competition could not happen without the dedicated support of our communities.
2024 U.S. BARISTA CHAMPION
FRANK LA
Be Bright Coffee
Los Angeles, CA
2025 Regional qualifying competitions
Participate or attend one of the 2025 Regional Barista Competition Qualifying Events!
Black & White Coffee
Raleigh, NC
Nov 15th - Nov 17th
Updates:
Competitor Registration has been filled.
Interested in still being a part of the competition? Consider judging or volunteering for close up action and camaraderie.
Looking to attend? Come on out and see the magic!
Messenger Coffee + The Roasterie
Kansas City, MO
Dec 6th - Dec 8th
Updates:
Competitor Registration has been filled.
Interested in still being a part of the competition? Consider judging or volunteering for close up action and camaraderie.
Looking to attend? Come on out and see the magic!
2025 Regional Barista Competition Resources
2025 U.S. BARISTA COMPETITION SPONSORS
The U.S. Barista Competition could not happen without the generous support of our Sponsors. Sponsorship is coordinated by the USCC Leadership Committee and organized with Regional Hosts. From equipment and gear to the use of space all contributions work to create an excellent competition experience for all.
u.s barista competition committee
The U.S. Barista Competition Committee is a dedicated group of Lead Volunteers that work year round to develop and facilitate the U.S. Barista Competition. With diverse backgrounds and skillsets inside and outside of competition we are always looking to further diversify the constituents of this committee to better reflect the totality of the USBC. If you’re interested in joining the Committee or a Working Group, feel free to reach out!
U.S BARISTA JUDGE + VOLUNTEER INFORMATION
The US Barista Competition could not be facilitated without the dedicated on-site support of it’s Judges and Volunteers. Joining the ranks of either group can be intimidating for a first timer, however, there is so much value and opportunity for professional development that can come from your dedicated participation. There is no pre-requisite for signing up to Judge. Judges will be approved to judge after passing the Calibration Workshop that takes place the day before the start of Competition.