Caretta Brewers Cup 2026 | Competitor Ticket
We’re excited to welcome you to the Caretta Brewers Cup 2026, hosted at the legendary Moonstruck Café, London, on the 30th October, from 6:00pm–10pm
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of exceptional coffee, friendly competition, and an incredible coffee community.
Competition Format
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16 competitors
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Round of 16
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Quarter-finals
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Semi-finals
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Final
Third place will be awarded to the semi-finalist with the higher score from the two competitors who do not progress to the final.
The Competition Coffee
This year’s competition coffee is an exceptional Thermal Shock SL28 produced by Edinson Argote at Quebraditas Farm, Huila, Colombia.
Every competitor will brew the same coffee, allowing the focus to be on one thing: who can brew the best cup.
Practice Coffee
You’ll receive 200g of the competition coffee approximately 15 days before the event (rested and perfect to brew) (from 15th October so you have plenty of time to dial in your recipe and prepare for the competition.
Competition Rules
You have complete freedom to brew using whichever dripper and brewing method you feel most comfortable with.
You’re welcome to bring your own equipment, including:
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Drippers
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Kettles
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Filters
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Brewing accessories
The format is similar to an SCA Brewers Cup, with one key difference: every competitor uses the same coffee, creating a level playing field where brewing skill makes all the difference.
Equipment & Water
If you don’t have your own equipment, don’t worry. The following will be available on the night:
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Comandante C40 hand grinders
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Kettles
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A selection of drippers
We’ll also provide ZeroWater Jug along with Apax Lab minerals for anyone wishing to experiment with their water composition.
Prizes
Every competitor’s entry fee will be added to the winner’s prize pot.
In addition, we’ll have some incredible prizes generously provided by our sponsors:
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Apax Lab
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UFO
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Fused Visions
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Espresso Solutions
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Minor Figures
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The Cupping Directives
Before the Event
Once your place has been confirmed, you’ll receive an email with:
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Details about receiving your practice coffee
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Important information for the competition night
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A request for a headshot, which we’ll use to promote you and the event across our social media channels
We can’t wait to welcome you on 30th October for what promises to be an incredible evening of coffee, brewing, competition, and community.
See you there!
please note: 1 ticket per customer