Blommers Coffee: Competing to Grow, Connect, and Raise the Bar

At Blommers Coffee, competition is not just about titles. It is about testing ourselves, learning, and moving coffee forward. Every event is a chance to sharpen our skills, learn from others, and stay connected with the wider coffee world. This drive has become part of who we are, shaping the way we source, roast, and brew.

Our Journey Through Competition

Over the years, we have reached some milestones that show the work and spirit of our team:

Dutch Brewers Cup 2018 – Dutch Champion (Olaf Boom)
Dutch AeroPress 2018 – Dutch Champion (Milo Gil)
Best Barista Benelux – Champion (Mats Jansen)
Dutch AeroPress 2021 – 2nd place (Bart van Lent)
Dutch Cup Tasters 2022 – 2nd place (Olaf Boom)
Dutch Cup Tasters 2023 – Dutch Champion (Olaf Boom)
Dutch Brewers Cup 2023 – 2nd place (Olaf Boom)
Dutch Brewers Cup 2024 – Dutch Champion (Milo Gil)
Dutch Brewers Cup 2025 – Dutch Champion (Milo Gil)
Dutch AeroPress 2025 – Dutch Champion (Bart van Lent)

Each competition is more than a result on paper. It pushes us to try new methods, train our senses, and dive deeper into what coffee can be. Often, the lessons we bring back shape the way we work at Blommers.

Building Connections in the Global Coffee Community

Competitions are also about people. Whether at a national stage or an event like World of Coffee, we get to connect with farmers, roasters, importers, and other professionals. These moments let us exchange ideas, learn from each other, and spot new trends that keep us inspired.

Meeting the farmers we work with gives even more meaning to what we do. Hearing their stories, seeing the challenges they face, and aligning our goals creates a stronger bond. We carry those insights home, and they make us better as a team.

A Culture of Constant Improvement

Winning is a marker, not the finish line. Every event reminds us to stay curious and to keep refining our approach. Competitions are part of our culture. They fuel our passion, honor the work of producers, and raise the level for ourselves and our community.

This mindset shapes everything we do. From roasting to service to training, we keep looking for ways to grow. Competitions bring new ideas and energy into our work, and we are excited to share that with you.