Irish Cup Tasters (ICT)

The Irish Cup Tasters Championship is a thrilling competition that highlights the skill and precision of coffee tasting. Competitors put their sensory abilities to the test as they identify subtle flavor differences in a series of coffee samples, relying on a refined palate and a sharp sense of smell. In this fast-paced challenge, participants must accurately taste and distinguish between coffees under timed conditions, making it a true test of focus and sensory prowess.

For those with a passion for coffee’s complex flavors, the Cup Tasters Championship offers an incredible opportunity to develop tasting skills, gain recognition, and connect with others who share the same love for specialty coffee. Whether you’re a seasoned cupper or exploring sensory skills, this event invites you to dive deep into the world of taste, challenge your palate, and experience the joy of coffee cupping at its finest!

Details on the next ICT will be shared on the Newsfeed, as well as through social media and email list, so make sure you’re subscribed and following along for future announcements.

  • Current rules and regulations are available through the World Coffee Championships website, here:

    https://wcc.coffee/rules-regulations

    It is imperative that any potential competitor or judge reads through and understands the rules of the competition.

  • Details on competitor registration will be shared on SCA Ireland website, social media and email. Once live, tickets should be bought from the SCA Ireland website, on a first come, first served basis.

  • If you’d like to sign up as a judge, please head to the Judges section at the top of the website to register your interest.

    scaireland.ie/judging

  • If you’re not sure about competing or judging, but would like to get involved, we’d love to hear from you! We need volunteers to help with the running of the competition, everything from backstage managing, timekeeping to stage running. Even if it’s one day, we really value your time and input. Head to the Volunteer section of the website to register your interest.

    scaireland.ie/volunteer

  • As a non-profit, volunteer led body, we rely on amazing sponsors to make these competitions happen and send the national champion to represent Ireland on the world stage!

    If you’d like to get involved and support the National competitions as a sponsor, we’d love to hear from you. Please get in touch sponsorship@scaireland.ie.

Past Champions

Here are the Irish Cup Tasters Champions over the years.

2024: Gabriel Tudorin

2023: Gabriel Tudorin

2022: Brian Birdy

2020: Wojciech Tysler

2019: Daniel Horbat

2018: Daniel Horbat

2017: Reda Matiejune

2016: Daniel Horbat

2015: Seivijus Matiejunas

2013: Khedun Viswarnath

2012:

2011: David Walsh

2010: David Walsh

2008: Stephen Morrissey

2006: Arthur Wynne

It took some digging to find this information, there are a few little gaps here and there. If you have any info on these results or can fill any of the gaps, let us know!