Aaron Phua
Malaysia
Cafe Thirty Seconds

 

Please tell us a little about yourself: 

I am the head barista at Café Thirty Seconds, and I have been in the industry for about 7 years now. I am passionate about working and serving sustainable coffee.

What are you excited to do in Boston?:

Sightseeing and food.

Please list the coffee competitions you have participated in, what year they took place, and your results:

2019 Malaysia Barista Championship – Champion
2018 Malaysia Barista Championship – 2nd runner up
2017 Malaysia Barista Championship – 3rd runner up
2016, 2015 Malaysia Barista Championship
2013 Battle Of The Barista Championship (Malaysia) – 3rd runner up

What are your interests outside of coffee?:

Cooking and alcohol.

Is there anyone you would like to thank or recognize, or who helped you to prepare for the WBC?:

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