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Guidelines + Laws for 2026 World Espresso in Good Spirits and World Espresso Roasting Championships Have Been Launched
The World Espresso Championships (WCC) has introduced the publication of the 2026 World Espresso in Good Spirits (WCIGS) and World Espresso Roasting Championships (WCRC) Guidelines and Laws. The 2026 WCIGS and WCRC will happen June 25–27, 2026, at World of Espresso in Brussels, Belgium.
For the total 2026 WCIGS and WCRC Guidelines and Laws, go to wcc.espresso/rules-regulations.
The Specialty Espresso Affiliation (SCA) has introduced the Certified Sponsors of the 2026–2027 World Barista Championship (WBC), in addition to the 2026–2029 World Brewers Cup Certified Filter Grinder Sponsor.
2026–2027 WBC Certified Espresso Machine: Storm Barista Angle – Tempesta Espresso Machine
2026–2027 WBC Certified Espresso Grinder: Ceado – Rev Zero and E37Z-Bare Grinders
2026–2027 WBC Certified Water Filtration Sponsor: BWT Water + extra
2026–2029 World Brewers Cup Certified Filter Grinder Sponsor: Possibility-O – LAGOM 01 Grinder
“Every new WBC cycle presents a possibility to push our business ahead, and (this) sponsorship group represents companions who share our dedication to assist actions that make specialty espresso a thriving, equitable, and sustainable endeavor for your entire worth chain,” stated Yannis Apostolopoulos, Chief Government Officer of the SCA.
Memphis Rapper 8Ball Launches Restricted-Version “8 Ball Model Espresso” in Collaboration with Cxffee Black
Final month, rapper 8Ball of hip-hop duo 8 Ball & MJG introduced the launch of 8 Ball Model Espresso: a premium espresso model created in collaboration with Cxffee Black. Solely 800 autographed bundles of this unique authentic mix will likely be launched.
The launch additionally helps ongoing initiatives that mirror each companions’ missions of funding and empowerment inside Black communities. “I needed to create one thing that displays the place I come from—the grind, the tradition, and that first cup of espresso that will get you going,” 8Ball shared in a press launch. “This isn’t simply espresso. It’s a vibe, it’s historical past, and it’s for the folks.”
To be taught extra, go to www.8ballbrandcoffees.com.
California-Grown Espresso Makes First Worldwide Public sale Debut in Dubai
Twenty-three years after planting California’s first espresso bushes, FRINJ Espresso will signify the state on the Dubai Espresso Public sale on January 18-19, 2026, marking the primary time California-grown espresso has competed at a world public sale. The corporate will provide a 20-kilogram Conventional Washed Geisha lot from Condor Ridge Ranch.
“It is a watershed second for California agriculture and for specialty espresso. … We’ve confirmed that California terroir produces among the best espresso on the earth,” says FRINJ co-founder Jay Ruskey.
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