UCC TAIWAN Representative Shao-Sing Lin Wins the 2026 World Latte Art Championship
The Pride of Taiwan Returns to the International Stage, Demonstrating the Pinnacle of Craftsmanship
Representing both Taiwan and UCC, barista Shao-Sing Lin (Bala) stood out at the 2026 World Latte Art Championship (WLAC) held in San Diego, USA. By winning the world title, he has once again brought Taiwan to the forefront of the international coffee stage, achieving a brilliant victory.
The World Latte Art Championship is one of the most prestigious competitions in the global coffee industry, bringing together top baristas from around the world. This year’s event featured 33 competitors in the preliminary round, with only 6 advancing to the finals. In a high-intensity, high-standard competitive environment, participants must complete free-pour and creative latte art designs within a limited time, providing a comprehensive test of technique, stability, and artistic expression.
In the finals, Shao-Sing Lin amazed the audience with his highly creative and technically masterful works. Featuring motifs such as a raccoon, a giraffe, and a red panda, he combined delicate latte art skills with a cohesive narrative performance to successfully impress the judges and secure this year’s championship.
Shao-Sing Lin has been deeply involved in the professional coffee field for many years, continuously refining his techniques and developing a unique personal latte art style. He has accumulated extensive experience in domestic and international competitions, with past achievements including:
- 2026 WCC World Latte Art Championship – Champion
- 2025 WCC World Latte Art Championship Taiwan Selection – Champion
- 2023 WCC World Latte Art Championship – Third Place
- 2022 WCC World Latte Art Championship – Third Place
- 2022 WCE World Latte Art Championship Taiwan Selection – Champion
- 2020 WCE World Latte Art Championship Taiwan Selection – Champion
- 2019 THDC Taiwan Hand Brew Coffee Championship – Champion
This victory is not only the result of Shao-Sing Lin’s years of hard work and perseverance but also symbolizes another leap forward for Taiwan’s coffee expertise on the international stage. UCC Taiwan is deeply honored and will continue to support the development of coffee professionals and promote the advancement of coffee culture, ensuring the world sees Taiwan’s professionalism and passion for coffee.
UCC remains committed to bringing the expertise and flavors of a world champion to more consumers, inviting all coffee lovers to experience the ultimate flavors of a World Coffee Champion.
Source: World Coffee Championships Official Facebook and YouTube
