This years German Barista Championship took place from April 15th to 17th in the Elbgold Roastery in Hamburg. In this trendy and new location all german baristas and coffee artists gathered together to battle for the titel of german barista Champion, German Latte Art Champion, German Coffee of Good Spirit Champion and Cuptasting Champion.

The champions qualified automatically for the World Championships 2011 which will take place in June either in Bogota or in Maastricht. Beside the German coffee scene numerous visitors came to support the competitors. As well television teams were present to broadcast the event.

As in the last years MAHLKÖNIG sponsored the event as grinder sponsor and nearly 20 of the 30 competitors used one of the MAHLKÖNIG espresso grinders. Thomas Kliefoth, the new German SCAE coordinator, and his partner Annika set a new standard with this very well organised event. All baristas were very satisfied with the organisation and evening programme.