10/02/2026
Mark your calendars! Link in bio to secure your spot to compete. Free to spectate and attend, prizes for best costume as well. All proceeds go to Mary's Place Refugee Outreach and we’ll be collecting items on slide 4 as well.
Flyer made by hand by Natalie Embiscuso
Registration and practice pours begin at 5:30PM. Throwdown at 7PM. Add a “tip” at checkout to increase your donation. All registration fees and tips go to Mary’s Place Refugee Outreach http://www.marysplaceoutreach.org
This is a single-elimination bracket format with head-to-head matches, where baristas pour a freestyle pattern of their choosing.
This is a one-pull, one-pour Throwdown. There will be a designated shot puller.
You are welcome to bring your own steaming pitcher or use one provided.
Cups will be provided. Latte and Cappuccino cups are Acme brand.
Whole milk will be provided by Seneca Milk. There will be one round using barista quality Oatmilk provided by Oatly.
Latte art will be judged on overall Aesthetic, Contrast, Definition, Symmetry, and Difficulty will all be considered. Judges will independently choose their preferred pour and the barista who earns at least 2 out of 3 judges’ votes advances.
Round 1 - Design is Barista’s choice - Whole milk
Round 2 - Design must be a Heart in a Latte Cup with Oat Milk
Round 3 - Design must be a Tulip in a Cappuccino Cup with Whole Milk
Round 4 - Design must be a Rosestta in a Latte Cup with Whole Milk
Round 5 - Design is Barista’s choice - Whole milk
• Contrast:
Clarity between the espresso and the white milk. (Clarity of Design)
• Definition:
Sharp, well-defined lines and shapes within the design.
• Symmetry:
The overall balance and evenness of the pattern.
(This is a single-elimination bracket format with head-to-head matches)
