Jack Simpson, an Australian barista from Axil Coffee, has been crowned the 2025 World Barista Champion. After his runner-up finish in the previous year’s competition and a third place in 2023, this victory was a long-awaited triumph for Simpson.
The prestigious event took place at HostMilano expo in Milan, Italy, attracting 50 national champions for four days of intense competition and rigorous judging. As the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) sanctioned event reached its climax, Jack Simpson emerged victorious, following in the footsteps of 24 other illustrious champions before him.
Simon SunLei from China took the second spot, while Ben Put from Canada secured third place. The complete rankings can be found on the WBC website, with the 2025 U.S. barista champion Kay Cheon of Dune Coffee placing eighth in the semifinal round.
Winning the World Barista Championship brings significant professional opportunities for Simpson, including endorsement deals and international coffee projects. The title of World Barista Champion has historically opened doors to an expansive network within the global specialty coffee community.
This eagerly anticipated event promises to showcase the world’s finest baristas and continue the rich tradition of pushing the boundaries of coffee excellence.
The 2026 World Barista Championship is set to take place at the Specialty Coffee Association’s World of Coffee Panama trade show in Panama City on Oct. 23–25, 2026. This eagerly anticipated event promises to showcase the world’s finest baristas and continue the rich tradition of pushing the boundaries of coffee excellence.
– Jack Simpson, an Australian barista from Axil Coffee, was crowned the 2025 World Barista Champion in Milan, Italy. – The victory followed a runner-up finish in the previous year’s competition and a third place in 2023. – Winning the World Barista Championship brings significant professional opportunities for Simpson, including endorsement deals and international coffee projects. – The 2026 World Barista Championship will take place at the Specialty Coffee Association’s World of Coffee Panama trade show in Panama City on Oct. 23–25, 2026.
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Questions & Answers
Who won the 2025 World Barista Championship?
Jack Simpson of Australia.
In which year did Jack Simpson become the World Barista Champion?
Jack Simpson was crowned the World Barista Champion in 2025.
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