MANDALUYONG, The Philippines — The Philippine National Coffee Competition (PNCC) kicks off today (March 9) at the Mega Fashion Hall at SM Megamall, Mandaluyong. Accredited by World Coffee Events, PNCC will bring together the coffee community by inviting coffee lovers, enthusiasts, hobbyists, and professionals to collaboratively support and join the participation of Filipinos on the world stage of international coffee competitions.
Individuals from across the country are encouraged to try their hand at the competitions in brewing up the best cup of coffee there is to become the national champion.
Participants are tasked to compete in any of the three national competitions of their choosing: National Barista Championship, Philippine Latte Art Championship, and Brewers Cup.
The champions for each competition will be the official representatives of the Philippines for these world championship competitions: Melbourne World Coffee Championship and World of Coffee Warsaw.
Aside from being able to witness the competitions, inside the Philippine National Coffee Competition venue, attendees get to have a taste of various coffees at the Brew Bar prepared by coffee retailers, roasters and shop owners like Jay’s Way Specialty Coffee and Cebu’s very own The Good Cup Coffee Company.
On top of that, there will be an exhibition of several booths featuring their array of specialty coffee beans, machines, and brewing equipment. Panel discussions and talks from leaders of the coffee industry, as well as previous national champions, will also take hold of the stage to discuss significant topics related to the industry and its practices.
