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The most prestigious coffee competition in the world

For over 25 years, the Cup of Excellence (COE) competition has pioneered integrity and transparency in the coffee industry. The level of scrutiny that COE coffees undergo is unmatched anywhere in the industry. This means that the quality of COE coffees is also unmatched. We give farmers the tools they need to improve the economic model of their farms with recognition and financial reward for their hard work and effort.

2025 Program

 1.  Jury Application       Dec 1 – Mar 1    â˜‘ī¸
 2.  Producers submit       Mar 1 – Apr 4    â˜‘ī¸
 3.  Pre-Selection          Apr 15 – Apr 25  â˜‘ī¸
 4.  National Jury Round    Apr 28 – May 2   â˜‘ī¸
 5.  International Round    May 5 – 9        â˜‘ī¸
 6.  Winners Announcement   May 8            â˜‘ī¸
 7.  COE Auction            Jun 19           â˜‘ī¸
      
 1.  Jury Application       Dec 1 – Mar 1    â˜‘ī¸
 2.  Producers submit       Mar 10 – 21      â˜‘ī¸
 3.  Pre-Selection          Mar 24 - 28      â˜‘ī¸
 4.  National Jury Round    May 5 - 9        â˜‘ī¸
 5.  International Round    May 12 – 16      â˜‘ī¸
 6.  Winners Announcement   May 15           â˜‘ī¸
 7.  COE Auction            Jun 24           â˜‘ī¸
      
 1.  Jury Application       Dec 1 – Mar 1    â˜‘ī¸
 2.  Producers submit       Mar 31 – Apr 4   â˜‘ī¸
 3.  Pre-Selection          Apr 7 – 11       â˜‘ī¸
 4.  National Jury Round    May 12 – 16      â˜‘ī¸
 5.  International Round    May 19 – 23      â˜‘ī¸
 6.  Winners Announcement   May 22           â˜‘ī¸
 7.  COE Auction            Jul 3            â˜‘ī¸
      
 1.  Jury Application       Dec 1 – Mar 1    â˜‘ī¸
 2.  Producers submit       Apr 15 – 23      â˜‘ī¸
 3.  Pre-Selection          Apr 29 – May 3   â˜‘ī¸
 4.  National Jury Round    May 19 – 23      â˜‘ī¸
 5.  International Round    May 26 – 30      â˜‘ī¸
 6.  Winners Announcement   May 30           â˜‘ī¸
 7.  COE Auction            Jul 10 13:00 UTC ⌛
      
 1.  Jury Application       Dec 1 – Mar 1    â˜‘ī¸
 2.  Producers submit       Apr 21 – 25      â˜‘ī¸
 3.  Pre-Selection          May 5 – 9        â˜‘ī¸
 4.  National Jury Round    May 26 – 30      â˜‘ī¸
 5.  International Round    Jun 2 – 6        â˜‘ī¸
 6.  Winners Announcement   Jun 5            â˜‘ī¸
 7.  COE Auction            Jul 15 13:00 UTC ⌛
      
1.  Jury Application       Dec 1 – Mar 1    
2.  Producers submit       Mar 1 – Apr 4    
3.  Pre-Selection          May 5 – May 15   
4.  National Jury Round    May 19 – May 23  
5.  International Round    May 26 – 30      
6.  Winners Announcement   May 30           
7.  COE Auction            Jul 24           
          
J.Raul Rivera, S.A. De C.V.
đŸĨ‡W
90.93
Santa Rosa

J.Raul Rivera, S.A. De C.V.

Santa Rosa

Founded by Jorge Raul and Jose Roberto Rivera in 1979, Santa Rosa overcame civil war challenges, shifting from pine plantation to Pacamara coffee in 2003. Jorge's passion and teaching elevated Chalatenango's coffee scene, culminating in a posthumous Cup of Excellence victory.

Mav, S.A. De C.V.
đŸĨ‡N
90.3
La Pacaya

Mav, S.A. De C.V.

La Pacaya

Finca La Pacaya by MAVCOFFEE grows exotic coffees like Geisha at high altitudes in Apaneca-Ilamatepec. Seeds acquired from Panama in 2013, the farm has won multiple COE awards, including 1st place in 2025 for its natural process Geisha.

Enrique Mena Gutierrez
đŸĨ‡X
90.18
Las Duanas

Enrique Mena Gutierrez

Las Duanas

Finca Las Duanas, at 1,910m in Alotepec-MetapÃĄn, is a family-run farm by Enrique Mena GutiÊrrez focusing on sustainable Pacamara coffee. Overcoming initial challenges, they prioritize biodiversity and quality, winning regional awards and aspiring to export and educate on Salvadoran specialty coffee.

Rank
Farmer
Farm
Variety
Process
1 W&H
J.Raul Rivera, S.A. De C.V.
Santa Rosa
Pacamara
Honey
2 W&H
Henri Milton Morales UmaÃąa
Los Morales
Pacamara
Honey
1 N
Mav, S.A. De C.V.
La Pacaya
Geisha
Natural
2 N
Henri Milton Morales UmaÃąa
Los Morales
Geisha
Natural
1 X
Enrique Mena Gutierrez
Las Duanas
Pacamara
Washed Anaerobico
2 X
Enrique Mena Gutierrez
Las Duanas
Pacamara
Natural Anaerobico
1.  Jury Application       Dec 1 – Mar 1    
2.  Producers submit       Mar 1 – Apr 4    
3.  Pre-Selection          Apr 15 – Apr 25   
4.  National Jury Round    Jun 12 – 15  
5.  International Round    Jun 15 – 20      
6.  Winners Announcement   Jun 19           
7.  COE Auction            Jul 29           
          
Chartchai Saetao
đŸĨ‡
90.80
Discovery Coffee Farm

Chartchai Saetao

Discovery Coffee Farm

Discovery Coffee Farm embodies a new era of passionate coffee production. Owner Chartchai Saetao oversees every step, from variety selection to plot organization. Premium Gesha and Java are grown at 1,400-1,600m under natural methods, yielding clean, origin-true coffee for enthusiasts.

Chartchai Saetao
đŸĨˆ
90.37
Discovery Coffee Farm

Chartchai Saetao

Discovery Coffee Farm

At Discovery Coffee Farm, every production stage is carefully managed by Chartchai Saetao, from variety selection to high-altitude planting at 1,400-1,600m. Grown under natural shade, the focus on basic processing preserves each variety's unique traits and natural flavors.

Saenchai Jupo
đŸĨ‰
89.90
Saenchai Estate

Saenchai Jupo

Saenchai Estate

Saenchai Estate lies in Asia's largest pine forest, enjoying year-round cool climate. Farmer Saenchai Jupo cultivates coffee under mature tree canopies for natural shade, promoting healthy growth and superior bean quality at 1,200-1,450m elevation.

Rank
Farmer
Farm
Variety
Process
1đŸĨ‡
Chartchai Saetao
Discovery coffee farm
Geisha
Washed
2đŸĨˆ
Chartchai Saetao
Discovery coffee farm
Geisha
Honey
3đŸĨ‰
Saenchai Jupo
Saenchai estate
Bourbon
Dry/Natural
4
Sitthinadda Papjavasit
Doi Tung Development Project
Gayo
Fermented Natural Process
5
Wichai Kamnerdmongkhon
Coffee De Hmong Bio Farm
Geisha
Honey
6
Sitthinadda Paphavasit
Doi Tung Development Project
Gayo & Java
Fermented Honey process
1.  Jury Application       Dec 1 – Mar 1    â˜‘ī¸
2.  Producers submit       Jul 1 - 18       â˜‘ī¸
3.  Pre-Selection          Jun 30 - Jul 4   â˜‘ī¸
4.  National Jury Round    Jun 30 - Jul 4   â˜‘ī¸
5.  International Round    Jul 5 – 11       â˜‘ī¸
6.  Winners Announcement   Jul 10           â˜‘ī¸
7.  COE Auction            Aug 28           â˜‘ī¸
        
莊åŽļæĻŽ Chuang, Chia-Jung
đŸĨ‡
91,08
七åŊŠį‰į’ƒå’–å•ĄčŽŠåœ’ Chi Tsai Liu Li Mountain Fresh CafÊ

莊åŽļæĻŽ Chuang, Chia-Jung

七åŊŠį‰į’ƒå’–å•ĄčŽŠåœ’ Chi Tsai Liu Li Mountain Fresh CafÊ

In Alishan’s misty forests (1,200–1,300 m), Chia-Jung Chuang cultivates Gesha under natural canopy and carefully manages each stage from cultivation to processing. The cool nights and wide day-night swings build sweetness and clarity, while meticulous on-site handling preserves aromatics. The result is a clean, elegant cup that reflects place, craft, and an uncompromising commitment to quality.

曞įĻæŖŽ Tseng, Fu-Sen
đŸĨˆ
90,84
čą†åžĄéĻ™č—äŧŽčŽŠåœ’ Royal Bean Geisha Estate

曞įĻæŖŽ Tseng, Fu-Sen

čą†åžĄéĻ™č—äŧŽčŽŠåœ’ Royal Bean Geisha Estate

Set in Alishan, Royal Bean Geisha Estate specializes in Gesha and fine-tunes quality with a full post-harvest mill. Fu-Sen Tseng oversees selective picking and precise washed processing to highlight floral aromatics and crystalline structure. His rigorous approach delivers repeatable excellence and helped secure multiple top placements at COE Taiwan, showcasing terroir-driven clarity and balance.

éģƒäŋéŒĢ Huang, Bao-Si
đŸĨ‰
90,53
é‡Žį‰Ąä¸šå’–å•ĄčŽŠåœ’ Melastoma Coffee Estate

éģƒäŋéŒĢ Huang, Bao-Si

é‡Žį‰Ąä¸šå’–å•ĄčŽŠåœ’ Melastoma Coffee Estate

In Chiayi’s highlands around 1,300 m, long-time tea farmer Bao-Si Huang applies patient, tea-like discipline to Gesha cultivation and honey processing. Shade, cool climate and careful drying concentrate sweetness and florals, yielding a refined cup with depth and poise. Melastoma’s goal is simple: celebrate Alishan’s character through transparent processing and meticulous farm stewardship.

Rank
Farmer
Farm
Variety
Process
1đŸĨ‡
七åŊŠį‰į’ƒå’–å•ĄčŽŠåœ’ Chi Tsai Liu Li Mountain Fresh CafÊ
Gesha
Honey
2ađŸĨˆ
čą†åžĄéĻ™č—äŧŽčŽŠåœ’ Royal Bean Geisha Estate
Gesha
Washed
3đŸĨ‰
é‡Žį‰Ąä¸šå’–å•ĄčŽŠåœ’ Melastoma Coffee Estate
Gesha
Honey
4
92向é™Ŋå°įŖå’–å•Ą Sunlit Taiwan Coffee Farm
SL34
Honey
5
č¯åˆæˆé’č‘‰å’–å•ĄčŽŠåœ’ Ching Ye Coffee Estate
Gesha
Natural
6
é„’į¯‰åœ’ Zou Zhou Yuan
Gesha
Washed
1.  Jury Application       Dec 1 – Aug 31   â˜‘ī¸
2.  Producers submit       Sep 1 – Oct 5    â˜‘ī¸
3.  Pre-Selection          Oct 10 – Oct 18  â˜‘ī¸
4.  National Jury Round    Oct 20 – Oct 24  â˜‘ī¸
5.  International Round    Oct 27 – 31      â˜‘ī¸
6.  Winners Announcement   Oct 31           â˜‘ī¸
7.  COE Auction            Dec 2            â˜‘ī¸
        
Angel Antonio Manosalva Palomino
đŸĨ‡
90,64
La Catarata

Angel Antonio Manosalva Palomino

La Catarata

Founded in 2020 in La Cascarilla (Cajamarca), La Catarata began with new Geisha plantings and steadily expanded with patient, long-term investment. Careful cultivation and processing focus on clarity and sweetness, honoring the land and the people behind it. The farm’s growth reflects dedication to quality and a renewed vision for the future of the estate.

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Dreyde Perez Delgado
đŸĨˆ
90,42
Finca La Ponderoza

Dreyde Perez Delgado

Finca La Ponderoza

Established in 2020 amid the green landscapes of Cajamarca, La Ponderosa was built with a family vision for sustainability. Selective picking and mindful processing shaped a breakthrough 2023 harvest, reflecting the cultural and environmental richness of Chontalí. Each lot honors local tradition while pursuing balance, floral nuance, and a clean, elegant cup profile.

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Gilber Huayllas Huaman
đŸĨ‰
89,97
Llaqta Pata

Gilber Huayllas Huaman

Llaqta Pata

On the slopes of Apu Choqesafra in Cusco, Llaqta Pata benefits from a cool, glacier-influenced climate that slows fermentation and concentrates sweetness. Careful cultivation and classic washed processing aim for balance and clarity. The farm expresses deep connection to place, marrying tradition with precision to highlight the region’s distinct character in the cup.

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Rank
Farmer
Farm
Variety
Process
1đŸĨ‡
La Catarata
Geisha, Costa Ric,Caturra,Tipica
Washed
2đŸĨˆ
Finca La Ponderoza
Geisha
Washed
3đŸĨ‰
Llaqta Pata
Sl-09
Washed
4
La Encantada
Sl-09
Natural
5
Nueva Alianza
Geisha Amarilla
Washed
6
Corralpampa
Geisha
Washed
1.  Jury Application       Dec 1 – Aug 31   â˜‘ī¸
2.  Producers submit       Aug 20 – Sep 10  â˜‘ī¸
3.  Pre-Selection          Sep 15 – Sep 25  â˜‘ī¸
4.  National Jury Round    Oct 20 – Oct 24  â˜‘ī¸
5.  International Round    Oct 27 – Nov 1   â˜‘ī¸
6.  Winners Announcement   Nov 1            â˜‘ī¸
7.  COE Auction            Dec 9            â˜‘ī¸
        
Marcelo Assis Nogueira – Fazenda Agua Limpa
đŸĨ‡W
91,37
Fazenda Agua Limpa

Marcelo Assis Nogueira

Fazenda Agua Limpa — Wet Process (Honey), Arara — 1,200 m

In Campos Altos, Cerrado Mineiro, Marcelo Assis Nogueira tends Arara trees at 1,200 m and favors careful honey processing to heighten sweetness and clarity. Focused field work and disciplined drying deliver a polished, terroir-true profile that balances ripe fruit, structure, and cleanliness—an expression of Cerrado precision shaped by team craft and season-long attention.

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Paulo Fernando Chaves De Brito – Fazenda Aracaçu
đŸĨ‡N
91,33
Fazenda Aracaçu

Paulo Fernando Chaves De Brito

Fazenda Aracaçu — Dry/Natural, Arara — 980 m

From TrÃĒs Pontas, Sul de Minas, Paulo Brito leans on slow, even patio drying and careful cherry selection to intensify fruit depth while preserving balance. At 980 m, Arara thrives in warm days and cool nights; natural processing builds layered sweetness and a long, composed finish—classic Sul de Minas elegance guided by rigorous post-harvest control.

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Ipanema Agrícola S/A – Fazenda Rio Verde
đŸĨ‡X
91,68
Fazenda Rio Verde

Ipanema Agrícola S/A

Fazenda Rio Verde — Experimental, Geisha — 1,260 m

In Mantiqueira de Minas (ConceiÃ§ÃŖo do Rio Verde), the historic estate (founded 1887) pursues controlled experimental protocols to reveal Geisha’s florals, citrus lift, and silken texture. Altitude, microclimate and meticulous drying create transparency and poise, yielding a distinctive cup where innovation complements tradition.

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Rank
Farmer
Farm
Variety
Process
1 W
Fazenda Agua Limpa
Arara
Honey
2 W
Fazenda Boa Vista
Catucaí
Pulped Natural
1 N
Fazenda Aracaçu
Arara
Natural
2 N
Fazenda Sucuri
Geisha
Natural
1 X
Fazenda Rio Verde
Geisha
Experimental
2 X
Fazenda Rancho Grande
Arara
Experimental

2024 Program

Category
Score
Farm
Variety
Region
Lot Weight (Kg)
Washed & Honey đŸĨ‡
91.93
TopÃĄzio Yellow
Cerrado Mineiro
240.00
Natural đŸĨ‡
92.32
Catucaí Yellow
Mantiqueira de Minas
180.00
Experimental đŸĨ‡
93.14
Arara
Cerrado Mineiro
180.00
Process
Score
Farm
Region
Variety
Lot Weight (Kg)
Washed đŸĨ‡
90.54
Cajamarca
Caturra, Bourbon, Geisha
280.00
Washed đŸĨˆ
90.21
Cusco
Geisha, Bourbon
270.00
Washed đŸĨ‰
89.86
Cajamarca
Geisha
280.00
Process
Score
Farm
region
Variety
Lot Weight (Kg)
Washed đŸĨ‡
92.25
Chiayi County
Gesha
46.00
Honey đŸĨˆ
91.31
Nantou County
SL34
45.00
Natural đŸĨ‰
90.97
Chiayi County
Gesha
47.00
Process
Score
Farm
region
Variety
Lot Weight (Kg)
Natural đŸĨ‡
90.50
Sidama
74158
195.00
Natural đŸĨˆ
90.13
Sidama
74158
615.00
Natural đŸĨ‰
89.70
Sidama
74158
705.00
Process
Score
Farm
region
Variety
Lot Weight (Kg)
Honey đŸĨ‡
91.80
Thung Chang
Java
86.60
DryNatural đŸĨˆ
91.16
Omkoi
Mixed
90.00
DryNatural đŸĨ‰
89.77
Pai
Bourbon
63.40
Category
Score
Farm
Region
Variety
Lot Weight (Kg)
Traditional Washed đŸĨ‡
90.79
Veracruz
Bourbon
250.00
Natural đŸĨ‡
91.13
Oaxaca
Geisha
181.00
Experimental đŸĨ‡
90.66
Veracruz
Geisha
245.00
Category
Score
Farm
region
Variety
Lot Weight (Kg)
Exotic Washed đŸĨ‡
91.27
Huehuetenango
Geisha
260.00
Natural and Honey đŸĨ‡
90.20
Huehuetenango
Geisha
400.00
One of a Kind đŸĨ‡
89.59
Huehuetenango
Bourbon, Pache, Caturra
408.48
Category
Score
Farm
region
Variety
Lot Weight (Kg)
Traditional Washed đŸĨ‡
92.04
Tarrazu
Geisha
300.00
Natural đŸĨˆ
93.62
Tarrazu
Geisha
330.00
Experimental đŸĨ‰
91.19
Tarrazu
Catuai
225.00
Category
Score
Farm
Region
Variety
Lot Weight (Kg)
Washed & Honey đŸĨ‡
92.00
Alotepec-Metapan
Pacamara
625.00
Natural đŸĨ‡
91.80
Alotepec-Metapan
Geisha
208.00
Experimental đŸĨ‡
91.09
Apaneca-Ilamatepec
Bourbon 60%
272.00
Process
Score
Farm
Region
Variety
Lot Weight (Kg)
Washed đŸĨ‡
91.21
Santa Barbara
Geisha
245.45
Washed đŸĨˆ
90.86
Santa Barbara
SL-28
260.45
Washed đŸĨ‰
90.71
Santa Barbara
Geisha
288.63
Process
Score
Farm
Region
Variety
Lot Weight (Kg)
Natural đŸĨ‡
91.10
Nueva Segovia
Geisha
213.00
Natural đŸĨˆ
89.85
Nueva Segovia
Paraneima
240.00
Natural đŸĨ‰
89.80
Nueva Segovia
Geisha
240.00

Nicaragua

Nicaragua

COE: June 19

Guatemala

Guatemala

COE: July 15
NW: July 14 – 18

PerÚ

PerÚ

COE: December 02
NW: December 01 – 05

Mexico

Mexico

COE: June 24
NW: June 23-27

El Salvador

El Salvador

COE: July 24
NW: July 21 – 25

Brazil

Brazil

COE: December 09
NW: December 08 – 12

Honduras

Honduras

COE: July 03

Thailand

Thailand

COE: July 29

NW: July 28 – Aug. 1

Costa Rica

Costa Rica

COE: July 08

Taiwan

Taiwan

COE: August 14
NW: August 11 – 15

What COE Does For

Sensory Education Training

Sensory Education Training, or SET, is a gateway to COE knowledge gathered over our 20-year history. The Sensory Education events are a fantastic opportunity for students wanting to improve their sensory skills and technical skills. Students will learn to evaluate coffee with greater accuracy, consistency, and confidence, while also building relationships among fellow members of the global coffee community. The SET classes are instructed by official CoE head judges and SET instructors. These instructors bring years of valuable coffee knowledge to share with students. Roasters, retailers, coffee producers, importers, exporters, and enthusiasts are invited to join us for these four-day intensive trainings.

Coffee Auctions

The Cup of Excellence winning coffees and the National Winner finalists get sent to the Alliance for Coffee Excellence (ACE) for auction. Members of ACE can buy samples of the coffees and bid on them during the online auctions.

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