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Perkee coffee carnival
Our annual Perkee Coffee Carnival recently took place at Kachette in Old Street. It included a wonderfully, diverse range of coffee products and partners. The highlight of the event was the showcase of Harmony, a premium coffee from Peru roasted by Bella Barista and Notes Coffee Roasters, who also roasted the new Soppexcca, elevating this amazing coffee to the highest standard. Perkee is proud to present this beautiful coffee, meticulously roasted by Notes. Attendees had the opportunity to sample Perkee’s new retail tins and cold brew coffee, which were prominently displayed. Most importantly, the event included the announcement of this year’s BMBC winners.
Event Highlights and Partners
The carnival was a collaborative affair, with several partners displaying their latest offerings:
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Victoria Arduino: Renowned for their espresso machines.
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Oatly: Provided plant-based milk alternatives and an ice cream machine.
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Rude Health: Known for their natural range of alternative milks.
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Islands Hot Chocolate: Offered rich and flavourful hot chocolate.
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Brita: Demonstrated their water filtration systems.
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Jing Tea and Birchall Tea: Showcased a variety of high-quality teas.
Barista Competitions and Prizes
A key attraction of the event was the BMBC competition, where talented baristas competed for top honours. The winners were:
Yigen: Secured first place and won a trip to Italy to visit Victoria Arduino, along with a coffee machine and grinder from Bella Barista.
Justin: Came in second and won a Sage coffee machine from Notes.
Dom: Placed third and received six months’ worth of coffee and a dinner/lunch from Notes.
Additionally, Oatly awarded SCA (Specialty Coffee Association) classes to all top three winners.
Celebrating Perkee's Journey and Coffee
The carnival underscored Perkee’s evolution and growth, emphasising their commitment to exceptional coffee and the barista community. Notable mentions included:
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Soppexcca and Santo: Highlighted as our house coffee options and how they have evolved.
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Colab Coffee: Featured for its quarterly different roasts from Impact Columbia and now Harmony from Peru.
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Cold Brew Coffee: Received special attention, with taste samples available, showcasing Perkee’s expertise in crafting refreshing cold brew options.
Community and Engagement
Beyond the coffee, the event celebrated the journey of baristas and the creation of a supportive barista community. Perkee is dedicated to offering ongoing engagement and opportunities for its barista members, fostering a vibrant and collaborative environment.
The Perkee Coffee Carnival was a testament to the brand’s commitment to quality, community, and the continuous evolution of their coffee offerings, including their innovative cold brew coffee and new retail tins.
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