Verona, May 15, 2026 – Garage Coffee Bros in Verona hosted the third and final selection round of The LAGS Battle 2026, an event that has become a key reference point for the world of Latte Art and the Latte Art Grading System (LAGS).

The event brought together professionals, trainers, and emerging talents from across Italy, once again confirming the growing enthusiasm and increasingly high technical level of the LAGS community.

Throughout the day, competitors faced off in an intense and spectacular competition, showcasing precision, creativity, and outstanding technical skills. The performances highlighted the high standards achieved by the Italian Latte Art movement and the importance of the LAGS pathway in the professional development and education of baristas.

The LAGS Battle Verona Winners

⚫ BLACK Level – Andrea Ruocco
🔴 RED Level – WanMai Li
🟢 GREEN Level – Emanuele Porro

Their performances stood out for technical quality, control, and originality, fully embodying the philosophy of the Latte Art Grading System.

Special thanks go to the judges who contributed to the success of the competition with their professionalism and expertise: Nicola Manzo, Iuri Grandini, Roberto Somma, and Andrea Tianyu Wang.

The day also featured strong participation in the Throwdown dedicated to the beginner levels, an important opportunity to involve and support new talents approaching the LAGS journey.

White and Orange Level Throwdown Winners

⚪ White Level – Jessica Capoccia
🟠 Orange Level – Dario Marinoni

With the Verona event, the 2026 selection circuit officially comes to an end. The organizers would like to thank all participants, judges, partners, and supporters who contributed to the growth of this movement, once again demonstrating great passion and enthusiasm.

The selection events will return in 2027 with new stages and new opportunities for the LAGS community.

Attention now turns to the National Final on June 26 at Rancilio, where competitors from the Gold Level will also join the challenge, and the national champions who will represent Italy at the World Championship, taking place on November 7–8, 2026 in Gijón, Spain, will be crowned.

The journey continues: now it is time to support all the selection winners on their road to the grand final.

TEAM LAGS