Wow, what a blast! The 7th Hellenic AeroPress Championship was an unmissable, standalone event this year, packed with energy, innovation, and the undeniable spirit of the coffee community. Hosted at the fabulous PLYFA, this event truly shone on its own, supported by an enthusiastic crowd and the undivided attention of coffee lovers from around the region.

Thanks to MyVenue's generous sponsorship, PLYFA provided the ideal backdrop for this year’s championship, offering both competitors and spectators a vibrant and dynamic environment to enjoy the festivities.

A big shoutout to our stellar panel of judges this year: Giannis Taloumis, Athanasios Nikolis, Sotos Michael, Alexandros Foukis, Lisa Zancanella, Penny Skordaki, and Giannis Giannakopoulos. Your expertise and dedication not only uplifted the event but also ensured that every decision was fair, and every cup was worthy of the AeroPress title.

This fantastic event wouldn't have been possible without our amazing sponsors:

La Marzocco our leading partner, your support was incredible.

Gold Sponsors:

• TAF Coffee: Cheers for joining us for the first time and making an unforgettable mark!
• Qualità Unica: Thanks for coming back and elevating every brew!
• Oatly: Your oat milk added that extra creaminess we all love!
• Handpickers Coffee Roasters: Your debut here was noted by every coffee aficionado in attendance.
• MyVenue: Your space sponsorship made PLYFA the perfect host!
• Kudu Coffee Roasters: Organizers of one more successful event!

Silver Sponsors:

• Forest Green Coffee: Your exceptional coffees fueled the competitors through every round.
• El Cafe: Your consistent support every year helps make each championship better than the last.
• Flor de Cana Rum: Your delicious rum cocktails kept everyone in high spirits throughout the event.

Supporters:

• IX Water: Your dedication to quality water ensured every brew was perfect.
• Comandante Grinder: Your grinders were instrumental in crafting the finest coffees.
• Giesen Coffee Roasters: Your roasters brought out the best in the beans used during the competition.

Congratulations to our finalists who brought their A-game and showcased incredible talent. Jesus Collado took home the first prize and will now represent us in Lisbon at the World AeroPress Championship! Kudos also to Giorgos Malounis for clinching second place and Panagiotis Lampropoulos for an exciting third-place finish. Each of you proved that passion and practice are the keys to success.

Every year the AeroPress championship is getting bigger and bigger, this year it hosted 52 participants. 

A huge thanks to the Kudu team, whose hard work behind the scenes ensured everything ran smoothly. Your dedication makes each championship better than the last.

We're grateful for the exceptional coverage provided by our media partners, who helped bring the excitement of the 7th Hellenic AeroPress Championship to a wider audience. Special thanks to Meet Me Upstairs, HuffPost, Esquire, Culture Now.gr, and Αθηνοράμα for your support and coverage.

The crowd was absolutely electrified, dancing to the beats spun by our talented DJ, who set the perfect musical backdrop for the championship.

This year's event was brilliantly hosted by Spiros Margaritis, whose engaging presence and humor brought the championship to life.

Special thanks to Nalbadis Photographer, who covered the entire event with professional finesse.

This year’s AeroPress Championship wasn't just about brewing skills; it was a celebration of coffee culture, a testament to the spirit of community, and a reminder that great things happen when we come together. So, who’s joining us next year to make some magic with their AeroPress?

See you in 2025 for another round of incredible brews and unforgettable moments!