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WBC Panama - The Contenders & Predictions | w Axil’s DAVE MAKIN!

Get excited, the World Barista Championship is almost upon us! And joining us to discuss the upcoming event is Founder and Managing Director of Axil Coffee Roasters, Dave Makin.

We reminisce on Dave’s competition history, and reflect on how the competition shaped his coffee business. Then we look to the future: time, money, resources… What does it take to compete in 2026? What should viewers watch for in Panama? And how will this year differ from previous WBCs?

From the investment behind Jack Simpson’s world title to the coffees, tools and competitors to keep an eye on, this is your…

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