About this Event
Get ready for an unforgettable celebration of coffee, creativity, and competition. The Nkora Latte Art Throwdown 2026 is bringing together some of the most talented baristas for an evening of exceptional pours, friendly rivalry, and specialty coffee culture at Nkora Farringdon, with PLOT and 3TEMP joining us as event partners.
📍 Venue: Nkora Farringdon, 81 Farringdon Street, London
📅 Date: Thursday, 3rd December 2026
THE EXPERIENCE
Guest Bar Takeover | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Join us for an exclusive guest bar takeover featuring three outstanding latte artists: Lorenzo Pattafio, Jacky Chang, and Duc Viet. Experience their craft up close, enjoy exceptional coffee, and get ready for an afternoon of inspiration ahead of the main event.
The Latte Art Throwdown | From 5:00 PM
The competition will bring together 16 selected baristas in a high-energy, four-round knockout battle where precision, creativity, and consistency are everything. Every pour counts as competitors go head-to-head for the title and a share of the prizes.
Our expert judging panel features:
Lorenzo Pattafio – UK Latte Art Champion
Jacky Chang – World Latte Art Championship Runner-Up
Duc Viet – German Latte Art Finalist
THE PRIZES
With £1,750 in cash prizes up for grabs, the stakes are high:
🥇 1st Place: £1,000
🥈 2nd Place: £500
🥉 3rd Place: £250
Winners will also receive custom milk pitchers, specialty coffee beans, and exclusive prizes from our event partners.
HOW TO COMPETE
Think you have what it takes?
Post a video showcasing your latte art pour.
Tag @nkoracoffee, @thefreakbarista, @jackyy.chang, and @ducvietofficial.
Submit your entry by Friday, 20th November 2026.
Selected competitors will be contacted and required to pay a £20 entry fee. The final lineup will be announced on Monday, 23rd November 2026.
COME AND WATCH
Be part of the action and experience the energy of live latte art competition.
🎟️ Spectator tickets: £10, including a complimentary drink.
Limited availability: Only 30 spectator tickets will be released.
Whether you're a barista ready to compete, a coffee enthusiast, or simply passionate about London's specialty coffee scene, this is an event you won't want to miss.
Great coffee. Incredible talent. One unforgettable throwdown.
See you at Nkora Farringdon! ☕Nkora Latte Art Throwdown
Event venue & nearby stays
Nkora Coffee - Farringdon St, 81 Farringdon Street, London, United Kingdom
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