National Barista Championships

Monin Creative Cup Debuts at National Barista Championship 2025

A Celebration of Coffee skill and creativity at the Hotel Show Colombo

The National Barista Championship, held in partnership with the Hotel Show and Sri Lanka Hospitality Graduates Association, is set to spotlight a new wave of barista creativity with the launch of the Monin Creative Cup. Designed to challenge and inspire, the Monin Creative Cup invites participants to push the boundaries of coffee innovation by crafting unique, coffee-based mocktails that blend skill, flavour and flair.

From a series of regional workshops held across the island, over 40 talented baristas took part in this year’s competition, representing the best of Sri Lanka’s vibrant Hotel, Restaurant and Café sector. Of these, 13 semi-finalists were selected to compete in the Monin Creative Cup, with the top 6 finalists now advancing to the final round on 25th July at the BMICH, during the prestigious Hotel Show Colombo 2025.

A special Master Class was recently held at ‘Studio R’ by Beverage Specialist Asif Iqbal for the semi-finalists, with the objective of enhancing their knowledge.

Speaking on the collaboration, Shalindri Malawana, General Manager of Liquid Island, commented, “As an organization, we are proud to be part of elevating the craft of coffee and empowering young baristas across Sri Lanka. The Monin Creative Cup reflects our commitment to training and development, offering a dynamic platform for baristas to showcase their creativity.”

Distributed by Liquid Island Private Limited, the French company Monin is a world leader in premium syrups, sauces, and purées, with a market presence in more than 140 countries. With over 200 flavours in its range, Monin’s influence extends beyond ingredients—it champions creativity and craftsmanship, helping baristas and beverage professionals elevate their offerings to global standards.

About Liquid Island:

Liquid Island is a leading beverage solutions provider in Sri Lanka with over a decade of experience in the industry. The company specializes in the distribution of premium local and international beverage brands, including Olu Tropical Water, Pelican Island, and the globally renowned French flavour house, Monin. As part of the Rockland Group, Liquid Island brings together quality and industry expertise to elevate the standards of the HORECA sector.