Ondřej Hurtík
Czech Republic
Doubleshot
Please tell us a little about yourself:
I am barista and member of Doubleshot coffee roasters. Love my family and a proud father to my son, Mikuláš.
Please list the coffee competitions you have participated in, what year they took place, and your results:
2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 Czech CIGS National Champion
2015 World Coffee In Good Spirits Championship – 2nd Place
2016 Czech Barista Champion
What are you excited to do while you are in Brazil?:
To meet our coffee partners and to cup fresh crop.
What was your first amazing experience with coffee?:
Besides your own competition drink, do you have a favorite cocktail?:
Negroni and Old fashioned. Irish Coffee for breakfast is always a good idea.
What coffee-producing country most interests or excites you?:
Family firstly! I am competitive curler, I like to ride my bike, and take pictures.
What are your interests outside of coffee?:
Where do you see yourself in 5 years?:
Is there anyone you would like to thank or recognize, or who helped you to prepare for the competition?:
My partner Renata who is my number 1 supporter! And our doubleshot team—you rock!
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