Ilia Khlyzov
Russia
Bolshecoffee Roasters, Smenacafe

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

So far I’ve taken part in the Russian Barista, Brewers Cup, Alternative Cup Tasting Championship, and the 2017 World Aromaster Championship in Seoul. I’m the 2017, 2018, and 2019 Russian Cup Tasters Champion.

Where do you see yourself in five years?:

In Berlin.

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

To everyone I’ve met along the way — thank you!

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