The Vietnam Coffee Challenge 2024 - Where Passion Meets Excellence

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The Vietnam Coffee Challenge 2024 - Where Passion Meets Excellence

Get ready for the long-awaited return of Vietnam Coffee Challenge 2024 (VCC) - the most prestigious Barista competition in Vietnam for its 5th season. This exciting event promises to be a true showcase of talent, innovation, and the vibrant coffee culture in the country.

Founded by Vietnamese coffee enthusiasts and following international standards and led by a team of experts with over 20 years of experience in the industry, VCC has established itself as the ultimate playground for Vietnamese Barista to showcase their skills, learn from their peers and improve their craft. The competition’s spirit of “PLAY HARD – PLAY FAIR – BE PROUD” ensures a level playing field where participants can exchange ideas, learn from each other and create lasting connections.

Spanning across the North, Central, and South regions of Vietnam, VCC 2024 will feature 4 offline qualifying rounds in Hanoi, Da Nang, Nha Trang, and Ho Chi Minh City, culminating in the Grand Finals at the Vietnam Coffee Expo. This setup not only provides greater accessibility for Baristas nationwide but also offers valuable opportunities for networking, exchange, and connection with various F&B companies and Baristas from both within and outside the country.

Building on the remarkable success of VCC 2023, which attracted over 20,000 live stream viewers, 19,000 visitors, and a panel of 31 experienced Vietnamese and international coffee experts, the upcoming edition promises to be even more captivating. With a record-breaking 324 participants, the competition has firmly established itself as the largest Barista contest in Vietnam.

Competition Categories:

The main competition categories include:

Pour Challenge (Individual competition on Latte Art - Cafe decoration art)
Brew Challenge (Individual competition on Manual Brewing)
Roastery Challenge (Team-based Coffee Roasting)

An exciting new addition for 2024 is the "Discussion Room" sessions, where participants will receive training and insights from international coffee champions, further enhancing their knowledge and skills.

Top 36 competitors from the regional rounds will have the chance to engage in exciting exchanges and competitions with champions from Southeast Asia and Australia, further elevating the international exposure and experience for the Vietnamese Baristas.

Organizers and Sponsors: