About this Event
We’re kicking off 2026 in style with our first Auckland latte art throwdown, bringing the coffee community together for an evening of competition, connection, and seriously good vibes. MILKLAB and Anchor Milk are teaming up with Roma Coffee Roasters to deliver an unforgettable night celebrating the craft we all love.
? Roma Coffee Roasters, Pakuranga
? Thursday 29th January
? 5:00PM: SHOTT Welcome Drinks & Bustle Dice pre-comp
? 5:30PM: Latte Art Comp start
New for 2026, we’re starting the night strong with SHOTT Welcome Drinks, as the Shott team collaborate with a local café to create a specialty beverage designed to get the vibes flowing. Bustle will also be on deck, bringing their Bustle Dice competition from 5:00–5:30pm — the perfect warm-up before the main event kicks off.
From 5:30pm, it’s game on with a high-energy, knockout latte art competition, where our competing baristas will put their skills on display using Anchor Dairy, MILKLAB Almond, and MILKLAB Oat.
? $1,000 cash is on the line for the champion, with epic prizes for runners-up thanks to our incredible partners.
Throughout the night, enjoy free drinks from our sponsors alongside $15 - $22 woodfired pizzas by the epic Bruno’s Pizza, keeping everyone fuelled while the pours heat up.
Whether you’re competing, backing your mates, or just soaking up the atmosphere, expect a night filled with great coffee, food, drinks, spot prizes, and top-tier community vibes.
This is more than a comp — it’s a celebration of coffee, creativity, and connection as we launch into a big year ahead.
For cafés and baristas, it’s the perfect chance to see why MILKLAB is the go-to for smooth, high-performing barista milk that makes every cup shine.
? Save the date, rally the crew, and get ready for an epic throwdown.
For more info on MILKLAB supply, contact:
Paterson Milk | The Delivery Truck (Anchor Milk): [email protected]
Aitkens Hospitality/MILKLAB (Leon): [email protected]
MILKLAB | Anchor Milk | Roma Coffee Roasters | Aitkens Hospitality | ACME | Almighty | Pals | SilverChef | Sanremo Coffee Machines | Payap | SHOTT Beverages | Bustle | Ecoware | First Cup |
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Roma Coffee Roasters Pakuranga, 135 Cascades Road, Auckland, New Zealand
NZD 0.00 to NZD 10.00
