The Australian International Coffee Awards provide coffee roasters globally with an opportunity to benchmark and promote their product.
Entries to the awards are open to industry from now until 6 February and will be judged by an esteemed judging panel.
One of the most respected names in the industry, Aida Batlle will join an el in 2015.
A fifth-generation coffee farmer, Aida Batlle has joined the panel. Batlle is the current director of the Specialty Coffee Association of America.
Leading Australian industry figure Peter Wolff will oversee the judging process as official Head Judge. Peter's global industry experience spans 30 years as a coffee roaster, creator, trainer and business developer.
“The AICA has quickly established a reputation as the superior awards program for industry. It affords an opportunity for coffee roasters from all over the world to benchmark and promote their products.” Wolff said.
The awards program upholds a blind judging process, ensuring fair and consistent marking across categories. Entries will be judged by the panel of industry specialists, who have been selected for their outstanding knowledge and expertise.
Australian International Coffee Awards – Key Dates 2015
Entries Close: 6 February 2015
Judging: 3 – 6 March 2015
Cocktail Party and Awards Presentation: 12 March 2015
Melbourne International Coffee Expo 2015: 13 – 15 March 2015
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