AUSTRALIAN SPECIALTY COFFEE ASSOCIATION
The Australian Specialty Coffee Association (ASCA) is a volunteer lead, not for profit organisation that has a mission to develop and empower coffee professionals across Australia.
ASCA provides a platform which enables coffee professionals to bounce ideas off one another, share opinions, celebrate success and to work together collectively on challenges impacting the industry.
ASCA proudly operates as the only feed into the World Coffee Events championships in the country. Working in line with international quality standards, and collaborating with international specialty coffee associations allows ASCA to bring Australian competitors to the world stage.
2026 COMMUNITY COFFEE CHAMPS – VIC/TAS NOW ANNOUNCED!
The Community Coffee Champs are wrapping up and due to competitor interest, Victoria is getting two full weekends of competition.
Held at C4 Coffee Roasters in Clayton South, this year’s format opens things up with more space, more time, and more chances to get involved – plus we’re wrapping things up with a much anticipated afterparty to host the announcements for both VIC/TAS and the National Finalists (Central Melbourne venue TBC)
The CCC is the official feed into the Australian Coffee Championships (Nationals), designed to uncover local talent in a format that actually reflects what barista’s do every day behind the bar. Competitors step into a working setup, serve judges as customers, and focus on real world coffee skills. It is accessible, community driven, and built to feel like the industry it represents.
Registrations Open Now:
2026 VIC/TAS Community Coffee Championships
Weekend One (31st July – 2 August): Brewers Cup and Cup Tasters.
Weekend Two (8 – 9 August): Barista and Latte Art.
Where: C4 Coffee, 15 Graham Rd, Clayton South VIC 3169
EDUCATION SURVEY – HAVE YOUR SAY!
We’re building new workshops, training, and opportunities to support judges, competitors, and coffee professionals across Australia – and we want your input. Share your ideas and help us grow the next chapter of ASCA Education.
JOIN
A coffee community like no other – ASCA offers more benefits to members than ever before. With events and competitions now run Australia wide, as well a focus on education and community.
COMPETE
With new competition formats, and a lower barrier to entry competitors can enter both The Community Coffee Competition and The National Barista Competition in a variety of disciplines.
JUDGE
Judging provides a platform for coffee professionals to gain experience and develop their skill set.
SPONSOR
With accessible sponsorship tiers offering nationwide exposure, ASCA provides a unique value proposition within in the coffee community.
VOLUNTEER
Volunteering with ASCA is an incredible way to network and gain experience within the coffee community. With a variety of roles available, we welcome volunteers with all levels of experience.
CONNECT
ASCA is always looking to bring more value, community and connection to it’s members. Watch this space during 2026 for some exciting new announcements.
2026 SPONSORS
