Latte Art Championship

The UK Latte Art Championship is a national coffee competition showcasing the creativity and technical brilliance of latte art.
Competitor Tickets

ABOUT THE Latte Art Championship

The Latte Art Championships focus on the captivating craft of milk and espresso artistry. Baristas compete by creating visually stunning designs, with judging criteria including visual impact, consistency across pours, and the technical difficulty involved.

OUR SPONSORS

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CURRENT CHAMPION:

Lorenzo Pataffio

Lorenzo Pataffio became the 2026 UK Latte Art Champion on the 12th Feb 2026.
Competition Format

The 2026 UK Latte Art Championship follows the 2025 World Latte Art Championship (WLAC) rules.

On Day 1 | 11th Feb (Semi-Finals), each of the 14 entrants will perform a Semi-Finals Round (per rule 2.2.2 of the 2025 WLAC rules) and an Art Bar Round (rule 2.3).

On Day 2 | 12th Feb (Finals), the 6 finalists will perform a Finals Round (rule 2.2.3).

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Ballot Entry

There are a total of 14 competitor spaces for the 2026 UK Latte Art Championship. One space is automatically reserved for the reigning UK Latte Art Champion, leaving 13 spaces available to the public via a ticket ballot.

Ballot Timeline:

  • Opens: Monday 12th January at 7 pm

  • Closes: Wednesday 14th January at 6 pm

  • Draw: Wednesday 14th January at 8 pm

Selection and Refunds: Following the draw at 8 pm, successful entrants will be contacted to confirm their placement in the competition.

Any entrant who purchases a ticket but is not selected in the ballot will automatically be issued a full refund to their original payment method. Please allow up to 48 hours for the funds to clear.

Sponsor Equipment

Espresso Machine: Victoria Arduino

Grinder: Victoria Arduino MY65 High Speed

Coffee: Lavazza 1895

Milk: Brades Dairy Barista Milk

Cups: Loveramics Egg

Natasha Smitter

Competition Rules

You can read the most up to date rules and regulations on the World Coffee Championships website.
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Competitor Data Handling

By ticking the box and purchasing a ticket you agree to our Competitor Information Handling Policy, which includes the following:

  • Contact and Responsiveness: You authorise us to use the contact information provided to communicate with you regarding all aspects of the competition, including but not limited to, scheduling, rules, and updates. Failure to respond to communications within a reasonable timeframe, as determined by the competition organisers, may result in adjustments to your participation, including, but not limited to, cancellation or transfer of your place to a waiting list participant.
  • Sponsor Communication: You understand that our sponsors may require specific information to provide support, logistics, and promotional materials related to the competition. Whilst we do not routinely share all competitor details, we may share relevant information, such as contact details for product-related communications, addresses for material delivery, or information necessary for logistical coordination.
  • Public Display of Information: You consent to the use of your name, company information, and competition results in marketing and communications related to the event, including potential display on live streams, event screens, and post-event publications.
  • Photography and Videography: You grant us and our sponsors the right to capture and utilise photographs and video footage of you during the competition, including during performances and judging. This material may be used for marketing, promotional, and educational purposes by SCA UK and our sponsors, both during and after the competition.
  • Data Retention and Rights: Your data will be stored securely and retained for a period necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy and to comply with legal obligations. You have the right to request access to, rectification, or erasure of your personal data, subject to applicable data protection laws.
  • Rule Adherence: Participation in the competition implies acceptance of and adherence to the official competition rules, as published on the SCA UK website.
  • Liability: To the fullest extent permitted by law, SCA UK and its sponsors shall not be liable for any loss, damage, or injury arising from participation in the competition, except in cases of negligence or wilful misconduct.”