# International Barista Competitions
Julius Meinl Barista Cup is a Highly Anticipated Event

By Kalin Ned | Published 2026-03-20 | Marketing
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barista-cup
References: [comunicaffe](https://www.comunicaffe.com/baristas-behind-millions-of-cups-of-coffee-compete-globally-in-the-julius-meinl-barista-cup/)

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Julius Meinl, the Vienna-based premium coffee brand with over 160 years of history, has launched the 2026 edition of its Julius Meinl Barista Cup. The event is an international competition designed to recognize and celebrate the skills of hospitality baristas who prepare the company’s coffee in cafés, restaurants, and hotels worldwide.

The Julius Meinl Barista Cup competition unfolds in two stages. The national qualifying rounds take place across 17 countries between April and July, and this phase is followed by a Grand Finale hosted in Vienna on September 4, 2026, where national champions will compete across three categories — Espresso, Cappuccino, and Signature Drink.

Participants in the 2026 Julius Meinl Barista Cup will work with the brand’s Gloriette Gold blend, a Bio Fairtrade-certified coffee inspired by Viennese coffeehouse tradition. The equipment will be provided by industry partners —from Rancilio Group espresso machines and Fiorenzato grinders to BWT water technology and DaVinci Gourmet syrups.

Image Credit: Julius Meinl