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New England Latte Art Championship

Brought to you by The Alternate Root Café x Walcha Coffee

Get ready for an afternoon to evening of silky pours, creative flair, and a whole lot of caffeine-fuelled fun.


The Alternate Root and Walcha Coffee are teaming up to bring you an evening that celebrates the art (and heart) of coffee — The New England Latte Art Championships!

Whether you’re a seasoned barista or just starting to master your milk flow, this friendly competition is open to all skill levels with Under 13’s, Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced categories. From the perfect heart to the most intricate multi-pour swan, we’ll be crowning winners across every stage of the journey.

What to expect:
- Great tunes and local vibes
- A front-row seat to barista artistry in action
- Drinks and food available throughout the night
- Prizes, bragging rights, and plenty of coffee-fuelled cheer

How to Enter:
Register via the ticket link below. ENTRY IS FREE!
Competitors can bring their own milk jug, or use one from the café.

Come for the coffee, stay for the community.
We can’t wait to see who pours their way to the top.

REGISTER:

https://events.humanitix.com/new-england-latte-art-smackdown

WHAT ELSE IS ON?

We have a full itinerary for the whole community! Barista or not, we have something for you; including the potential to win a door prize just for coming along!

This is all free to attend! Talks, workshops and entertainment include:

Latte Art Comp – Event Schedule

3:00pm - Under 13’s Latte Art Workshop & Friendly Comp
A fun, hands-on intro to latte art with Ave.
(30 minutes)

3:30pm - Under 13’s Latte Art Round
Classic pours, first pours, big cheers.

3:50pm - Coffee Roasting Talk
Cam from Walcha Coffee shares how beans become brews.
(40 minutes)

4:30pm - Beginner Latte Art Round
Layered pours and flowing designs.

4:50pm - Coffee Cupping Session
A guided tasting experience with Marco & Cam.
(40 minutes)

5:30pm – Intermediate Latte Art Round
Precision, creativity, and serious skill.

5:50pm – Sustainability in Coffee Chat
A thoughtful conversation led by Berdine.
(40 minutes)

6:30pm – Advanced Art Finals
The ultimate showcase of skills! 

6:45pm – Winners Announced
Prizes, applause, and celebration.

7pm - Coffee Cocktail Demonstration

Running Throughout the Afternoon

  • Coffee-themed colouring table

  • Make-your-own coffee grounds scrub station

  • Drinks, snacks & dinner!

Prizes:

Advanced:

  1. $500

  2. Coffee kit/merch

  3. Merch 

Intermediate:

  1. $200

  2. Coffee kit/merch

  3. Merch 

Beginner:

  1. $100

  2. Coffee kit/merch

  3. Merch 

Under 13’s:

  1. $50

  2. Coffee kit/merch

  3. Merch 

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