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Hi, I'm Nicole.

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I'm a specialty coffee professional, working as a barista, roaster, trainer and competitor in the specialty coffee industry. I currently live and work in Berlin, Germany.

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When I'm not behind the bar making coffees, I'm working with Next Level Coffee, making coffee-based cocktails, and competing in barista, brewers cup, latte art and cocktail competitions around the world. I'm a four-time German coffee champion, and have competed in and coached for a number of global competitions. I'm also a qualified and licensed Specialty Coffee Association Trainer, and provide classes on coffee knowledge and barista skills.

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As a 'coffee sommelier', I am driven by a passion for flavour, experience, and expression. Whether on the competition stage, in professional hospitality settings, or in the comfort of someone’s home, I believe coffee is more than just a drink – it’s a sensory journey that everyone can enjoy.
 

Through years of competing, training, and working in high-level coffee environments, I’ve honed my skills in crafting exceptional coffee experiences. My focus is on pushing boundaries, refining techniques, and helping others explore the full potential of coffees from across the globe. From competition routines to café workflows and home brewing rituals, I strive to make coffee an unforgettable experience for everyone.

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If you are interested in discussing consultancy, training, coffee cocktails, women in coffee, events, competitions, media appearances and more, please get in touch!​​

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Awards & Accolades

2nd place - German Latte Art Championship 2024
1st place - German Brewers Cup 2022

2nd place - German Cup Tasters Championship 2022
1st place - German Brewers Cup 2021 

7th place - World Brewers Cup 2021

Rolling Pin Barista of the Year 2021

1st place - German Coffee in Good Spirits Championship 2019

5th place - World Coffee in Good Spirits Championship 2019

1st place - German Barista Championship 2018

2nd place - German Barista Championship 2016

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Coach - Ukraine World Barista Championships 2023 (Semi Finals)

Coach - Ukrainian Brewers Cup (1st place) 2023

Coach - German Brewers Cup (1st place) 2023

Coach - Ukraine World Coffee in Good Spirits Championships 2022 (2nd place)

Coach - Germany World Cezve Ibrik Championships (3rd Place) 2019​

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Blog & Coffee Cocktails

BaristaKurs - 7Hauben

In my Kaffee Essentials course with 7Hauben, you can enjoy over 38 lessons and 4+ hours of educational material about coffee origins, roasting, brewing, latte art and more! 

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Enjoy 30% off with my personal discount code via the link below: 

She's The Barista

Listen to my podcast, 'She's the Barista' in which I speak to coffee professionals around the world about their careers, journey and the role of women in the coffee industry. 

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Contact

Want to talk about collaborating, competitions, or just coffee in general? Send me a message and I'll get back to you as soon as possible.

Thanks, I'll be in touch! Nicole

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