Singapore’s coffee scene reached new heights as the Singapore National Coffee Championship (SNCC) concluded, showcasing the country’s finest baristas. Held over three days at the Speciality Coffee & Tea Asia event, the competition saw 71 participants vie for titles in four categories. Organised by the Singapore Coffee Association, the event drew over 13,000 visitors and featured 449 exhibitors from 41 countries.
The SNCC winners, who will represent Singapore at the 2026 World Coffee Championships, include Jervis Tan, owner of Oaks Coffee Co, who clinched the Singapore National Barista Championship. Tan, a seasoned competitor in latte art, expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to represent Singapore globally. Ong Shen Choy, co-owner of Fluid Collective, won the Singapore National Brewers Cup, highlighting his decade-long dedication to the craft.
Robin Lee Yip Choon, manager at The Populus: Coffee & Food Co, emerged victorious in the Singapore National Latte Art Championship after five attempts. He will compete in the World Latte Art Championships in San Diego in April 2026. Tan Yi Xin, store manager at Starbucks Singapore, secured the Singapore Cup Tasters Championship for the second consecutive year, showcasing her exceptional palate.
The event also marked the certification of eight trainees under the ASEAN Coffee Federation Coffee Appreciation Protocol, a new framework aimed at enhancing coffee education across Southeast Asia. The SNCC and SCTA events underscored Singapore’s burgeoning coffee culture and its commitment to elevating industry standards. The next edition is scheduled for 15 to 17 July 2026 at the Sands Expo & Convention Centre.
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