2026 COMPETITION COMPLETED · REGISTRATION CLOSEDThe original event information and registration steps are retained below for reference. No new 2026 entries are accepted.
PCA Australia2026 AUSTRALIA
POUR PASSION · CREATE BEAUTY

Latte Art
Competition

DATE29 OCTOBER 2026Registration closed
LOCATIONSanremo Show Room77 Murphy Street, Richmond VIC 3121, Melbourne2026 COMPETITION COMPLETED
2026 PCA Australia Latte Art Competition poster
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COMPETITION RULES

The core PCA Latte Art Competition rules for every competitor.

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Official setup and check-in

  • Use the PCA designated 300 ml competition cup.
  • Free Pour only. Etching and drawing tools are not permitted.
  • Official milk is Riverina Fresh Full Cream.
  • Official coffee is V5 Coffee, The Major Blend.
  • Official machines are two Sanremo D8 PRO 2GRP BLACK machines.
  • Official grinders are two Fiorenzato F64 EVO BLACK grinders.
  • Arrive and sign in 30 minutes before your scheduled start.
  • Competition order and station assignment are confirmed during the live draw and organiser briefing.
  • Non-official beans and milk are not permitted in the venue during competition.
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Three minute performance

  • The MC starts the timer and both competitors pour at the same time.
  • Competitors may prepare one or more cups.
  • The final judging cup must be on the designated table before time expires.
  • Judging begins immediately when the round finishes.
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Timing and equipment faults

  • The MC gives reminders at 1 minute, 30 seconds and 15 seconds remaining.
  • The head judge may pause or stop the timer if an official machine or grinder malfunctions.
  • Work completed after the three minute limit is disqualified.
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Design repetition

  • The same design may be used no more than twice in the competition.
  • A third use of the same design disqualifies the competitor from advancing.
  • Small changes in pose or added dots, clouds, suns or hearts do not create a new design.
  • A sitting or standing flying horse, or a single or double wing Pegasus, is the same design.
  • A sitting or walking camel is the same design.
  • A genuinely different main subject or technique is a different design, for example a standing rooster and a flying rooster.
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Judging

  • Three judges are selected at random for each match from Caleb, Amy, Victor and Jodie.
  • Each judging panel includes one head judge and two judges.
  • Judges assess completeness, colour contrast, placement, creativity and difficulty.
  • Bar workflow is used when the first four categories are tied.
  • Heart, Tulip and Rosetta are basic patterns. Complex creative patterns and strong contrast may score higher.
  • Competitors may choose Single Espresso, Double Shot or Double Ristretto. The chosen extraction may affect scoring.
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Bar workflow

  • Clean the portafilter before dosing and flush the group before locking in.
  • Start extraction immediately after locking in the portafilter.
  • Wipe the drip tray before placing cups and use towels correctly.
  • Purge and wipe the steam wand after frothing.
  • Keep the bar tidy, present a clean cup and minimise waste.
  • The head judge casts the independent bar workflow vote.
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Disqualification

  • Exceeding the three minute time limit.
  • Presenting a cup filled to less than 80 percent.
  • Using the same design more than twice in the competition.
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COMPETITION DAY SCHEDULE

Check-in, briefing, competition rounds and official rules for 29 October 2026.

8:30 AMCompetitor check-in and live draw
9:00 AMCompetitor briefing
9:30 AMOpening round begins
11:30 AMLunch break
12:30 PMRound of 16 begins
1:35 PMQuarter finals begin
2:15 PMSemi finals begin
2:45 PMFinal and third-place round begin
3:00 PMAwards and official photos
OFFICIAL PDF6 PAGES

The printable file includes the full event schedule and competition rules.

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COMPETITOR ENTRY

The 2026 competition has ended. Registration is closed.

29 OCT 2026

The original entry and profile steps are preserved for reference. Registration and profile submissions for the 2026 competition are closed.

Registration closed
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SUBMIT YOUR PROFILE

Original profile form — retained for reference. The 2026 competition is complete and submissions are closed.

Submit one profile per competitor. If you need to correct a saved profile, contact the organiser instead of submitting it again.

STEP 1

Register

Complete the official PCA Australia competition registration.

STEP 2

Submit profile

Return here to add your display name and photo.

STEP 3

Entry confirmed

The organiser checks and confirms your registration.

STEP 4

Competition order

The organiser assigns your fixed position in the competition bracket.

2026 PCA AUSTRALIA

MEET THE JUDGES

LATTE ART COMPETITION
Caleb, 2026 PCA Australia Latte Art Competition judge
MEET THE JUDGESCaleb
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LIVE DRAW

The competition moves upward from the opening round to one champion.

CHAMPION

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CHAMPIONTo be decided

SECOND PLACE

2
SECOND PLACETo be decided

THIRD PLACE

3
THIRD PLACETo be decided
↑FINAL RESULTS

FINAL

MATCH 01
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↑SEMI FINAL WINNERS

THIRD PLACE PLAYOFF · WINNER RECEIVES THIRD PLACE

MATCH 01
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↑SEMI FINAL LOSERS

SEMI FINALS

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↑QUARTER FINAL WINNERS

QUARTER FINALS

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↑ROUND OF 16 WINNERS

ROUND OF 16

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MATCH 08
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↑OPENING ROUND WINNERS

OPENING ROUND

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MATCH 10
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MATCH 11
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MATCH 12
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MATCH 13
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MATCH 14
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MATCH 15
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MATCH 16
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2026 PARTNERS

Thank you to the organisations supporting the 2026 PCA Australia competitions.

Official Sponsor

V5 CoffeeV5 Coffee

Competition Partners

Alternative Dairy Co.Alternative Dairy Co.
CoffeeToolsCoffeeTools
APAX LABAPAX LAB
CharmonyCharmony

Event and Community Partners

SanremoSanremo
Riverina FreshRiverina Fresh
LoveramicsLoveramics
Melbourne Jiangmen Wuyi Youth AssociationMelbourne Jiangmen Wuyi Youth Association
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ORGANISED BY

PCA Australia is organised by Amy Bear and Three Bears Coffee Studio.

Amy BearThree Bears Coffee Studio
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