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.
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 2024 for some exciting new annoucements.
Australian coffee championships – UPCOMING EVENTS
2025 AUSTRALIAN COFFEE CHAMPIONSHIPS – BARISTA
What: 2025 Oatly Australian Barista Championship (Top 6 Finalists Only)
When: 15th of June 2025, 9:00am – 6:00pm
Where: Barista Attitude (CWE), 13 Constance Court, Epping VIC 3076
Who: Event open to public, all welcome to attend. Barista Competitors top 6 finalists only.
Community coffee champs – UPCOMING EVENTS
2025 VIC COMMUNITY COFFEE CHAMPIONSHIPS
When: 4th of July – 6th of July 2025
Where: Meat Market, 3 Blackwood St, North Melbourne VIC 3051
What: Running in conjunction with the Coffee Weekend. The Coffee Weekend is a ticketed event, however attendance to the competition is free for all visitors. For Coffee Weekend information visit their website here.
Who: Event open to public, all welcome to attend. Competitors require registration for Barista, Brewers and Latte Art.
SPONSORS 2025
