A Brunei contestant took home the ‘Best Signature Drink’ title in the Barista Championship 2024 at Grand Hyatt, Kuala Lumpur recently.
Khairun Nasrullah bin Haji Ismail took home a cash prize of USD1,500, a trophy and a manual coffee grinder.
Khairun Nasrullah won with a signature drink titled ‘A Thyme to Celebrate’ which consists of thyme, rosemary, creme brulee syrup and espresso.
Khairun Nasrullah said, “I am incredibly proud to bring home this trophy for Brunei. This win represents more than just a title – it’s a step toward showcasing our talent on a bigger stage as well as Brunei’s capability.”
Some 10 The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf baristas from eight countries competed on September 19.
The contestants competed in three categories: espresso, cappuccino, and their own signature drink. Judging of scores were based on three criteria: the body (texture); taste; and visual. – James Kon
