The barista & Brewers Cup Championships
The Lithuanian Coffee Championships started as a journey through the country’s cafes and roasteries. Qualifying rounds took place in Panevėžys, Vilnius, and Kaunas, bringing the coffee community together.
Along the way, competitors showcased top-level technique and a true obsession with flavor. The result? Clear proof that Lithuania’s coffee scene is world-class and getting stronger every year.
National Barista Championship Finals
On February 21, 2026, the following finalists will compete at the festival:
Lukas Naruševičius, Taste Map Coffee Roasters
Fausta Šostakaitė, Caffeine
Ieva Ivonė, Taste Map Coffee Roasters
Marija Veršulytė, Huracán Coffee
Rimvydas Kalinauskas, Taste Map Coffee Roasters
Raimondas Lapšys, Brew Specialty Coffee
The winner will become the Lithuanian Barista Champion and will represent our country at the World Barista Championship in Panama.
National Brewers Cup Finals
These six finalists will compete in the manual brewing category:
Rafal Kornelijus Pšedni, Kalve Coffee Shops
Austėja Stasiulytė, Musangas Coffee Roasters
Meda Januševičiūtė, Huracán Coffee
Marija Veršulytė, Huracán Coffee
Rimvydas Kalinauskas, Taste Map Coffee Roasters
Ieva Šuopytė, Kalve Coffee Shops
The winner will represent Lithuania at the World Brewers Cup in Brussels in 2026.
