Best latte art baristas in the world

Shao-Sing Lin, known as Bala, is the reigning champion of the 2026 World Latte Art Championship (WLAC), where he showcased impeccable technique and exceptional creativity. His latte art designs, featuring motifs like a raccoon and a red panda, combine precision with cohesive storytelling that captivated the judges.

Chen Zhuohao is the reigning 2025 World Latte Art Champion, a title he secured in Geneva representing China. His victory demonstrates exceptional technical mastery and artistic creativity in crafting complex and visually stunning coffee designs.

Yi-Chen Xie is the 2024 World Latte Art Champion, having secured the prestigious title at the World Coffee Championships in Copenhagen. His mastery in creating intricate and artistic designs on the surface of coffee, such as whales, moose, and dragons, demonstrates exceptional technical skill and creativity.

Çetin Alpay Başkan is the champion of the DaVinci Gourmet Barista Craft Championship 2025/2026 for the MISA region and the national champion of Turkey. His talent in latte art has been recognized in multiple competitions, standing out for the symmetry and complexity of his creations.

Mohan NS is an elite barista who demonstrated his mastery by securing the 1st Runner-up position at the 2026 World Latte Art Championship. His ability to create intricate and visually stunning designs in coffee is exceptional. Furthermore, he was the champion at the Barista Craft Championship National Finals, standing out for his creativity with the 'Season in Bloom' beverage.

Simon Ruoya has demonstrated exceptional skill and unwavering dedication to latte art, culminating in his impressive 2nd Runner-up finish at the 2026 World Latte Art Championship. His precision, creativity, and passion for coffee are evident in each of his creations, setting a high standard in the discipline.

Elly (Jiyu Lee) demonstrates outstanding artistic and technical skill in latte art, having been a finalist in the World Latte Art Championship in both 2024 and 2025. Her ability to transform coffee into detailed canvases with intricate and recognizable designs establishes her as an influential figure in the global coffee community.

Bank Sarawut has consistently demonstrated exceptional skill and creativity in latte art, reaching the finals of the World Latte Art Championship in 2024, 2025, and 2026. His innovative designs and impeccable technique establish him as a global benchmark in the discipline, inspiring baristas worldwide.

Manuela Fensore is a World Latte Art Champion, having secured the title in 2019 and being a finalist in 2024. Her ability to transform coffee into works of art, blending technical precision with poetic expression, is exceptional. Fensore is an influential figure in the coffee community, dedicated to teaching and evoking emotions through her creations.

Dario Pieber demonstrates exceptional skill in latte art, having been a two-time Swiss Latte Art Champion and achieving a 4th place finish at the 2024 World Latte Art Championship. His dedication and mastery are evident in the complexity and beauty of his creations, captivating both judges and enthusiasts alike.

JiaMin has demonstrated exceptional skill and artistic precision at the 2025 World Latte Art Championship, where she placed 4th. Her victory at the 2024 Singapore National Latte Art Championship and consistent presence in global competition finals underscore her mastery in this discipline.

Ming Wan is a world-class latte art barista, having competed in the 2025 World Latte Art Championship and achieving runner-up in the 2024 Australian Latte Art Championship. His ability to create complex and detailed designs in coffee demonstrates exceptional mastery of technique and creativity. His consistent participation in high-level competitions and his achievements establish him as a benchmark in coffee art.

Ryusei Nozawa has demonstrated exceptional skill in latte art, reaching the semi-finals of the World Latte Art Championship in 2024 and the finals in 2025. His pouring technique and the complexity of his designs establish him as a benchmark in the global coffee community.

Barista Brian Leonard is globally recognized as the foremost latte artist, creating personalized masterpieces for celebrities and global events. His ability to transform coffee into detailed portraits and complex designs has earned him praise from figures like Tom Hanks and Meryl Streep, who consider him a genius.

Giuseppe Fiorini is an Italian Latte Art Champion, having secured the title in both 2016 and 2017. His mastery in creating intricate and aesthetically pleasing designs on coffee earned him 7th place at the 2016 World Latte Art Championship, showcasing his exceptional skill and precision.