Kaspar Tammjarv
The Netherlands
Independent
Please tell us a little about yourself:
I’m originally from Estonia, but moved to the Netherlands a little over three years ago to pursue my passion for coffee. Since then I’ve been learning as much as possible by working in all aspects of the coffee industry in Amsterdam. From the beginning I’ve been enamored with latte art, and I am so excited to have made it to the world stage.
How did you get started in coffee?:
My friend suggested I help out at a local cafe. When I started working I saw the effect that coffee can have on a persons’ day and I wanted to make it my career.
Please list the coffee competitions you have participated in, what year they took place, and your results:
Dutch Latte Art Nationals, 2019 – First place
Stadsstrande De Kade, 2018 – First place
What are you excited to do in Berlin?:
Visit local cafes and roasteries, collaborate and meet baristas from all over the world.
What is the most unusual vessel you have poured latte art into?:
A teaspoon.
What is the secret to great latte art?:
Steady wiggles and calm nerves.
What are your interests outside of coffee?:
Bouldering, Brasilian Jujutsu, and acrobatics.
Where do you see yourself in five years?:
Doing something that I love.
Is there anyone you would like to thank or recognize, or who helped you to prepare for the WLAC?:
My whole team and people who are close to me everyday.
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