Sam Spillman

We aren’t just bringing grinders and equipment to World of Coffee; we’re bringing the heat. ☕️🔥 We are thrilled to announce that a legendary lineup of Barista Champions will be taking over the GH Grinding & Brewing Solutions booth! This isn’t just a demo—it’s a space for the community to converge. Come by to: -Taste world-class coffees -Experience hands-on time with the NEW World and US Qualified Espresso Grinders, Ceado REV Zero and E37Z Naked -Geek out on extraction profiles and brewing science -Connect with the pros who are pushing the boundaries of Specialty Coffee. Stop by Booth 2941 to grab a shot, share some knowledge, and be part of the conversation. 🤝🥇

ADVENT DAY 12 // Mexico Mazateca Mujeres Sourced from the Sierra Mazateca in Oaxaca, this community microlot shines a spotlight on the women whose work often goes uncredited. Curated by Osito, Mazateca Mujeres blends small deliveries from female producers whose coffees scored between 86 and 87, selected for both cup quality and shared profile. The result is expressive and refined, honoring the women behind some of Mexico’s most vibrant coffees. Swipe to see how 2019 US Barista Champion @sam_line_dot is brewing this coffee today Grind size: 730 microns Brewer: Conical 25g coffee -> 400g water 0:00 Bloom to 50g 0:30 Heavy spiral to 150g 1:10 Heavy spiral to 300g 2:00 Heavy spiral to 400g Total drain time: 3:15

Ok Seattle, give it up for the ultimate coffee crew joining us on stage tomorrow ✨🇺🇸⁠ ⁠ 🎤 LaChrista McArthur⁠ — Emcee⁠ ⁠ @lachrista_m is a decade-long coffee professional based in Seattle (but from North Carolina), running her consultancy specializing in palate development, beverage & product innovation, and community building with a focus on career growth for coffee professionals. You can always count on her to be sporting a solid fit and a smile.⁠ ⁠ 🥄 Sam Spillman — Head Judge⁠ ⁠ @sam_line_dot is the 2019 US Barista Champion and Director of Coffee of @caffevita , has spent over 13 years growing in the coffee industry, starting behind the bar and learning every step of the way. She Sees coffee as a way to bring people together and believes that "without people, coffee is just a plant".⁠ ⁠ 🥄 Emma Sintz — Judge⁠ ⁠ @lil_acniall is the Head of Education and Retail Operations Specialist for @caffevita ! She has been working in coffee for 11 years and has loved every minute. She trains all of the all-start Caffe Vita baristas and creates all of the signature beverages. Building community through coffee is her passion and she says she can’t wait to be one of your judges!⁠ 🥄 Terika Raak — Judge @tereekah is an Account Executive for Umbria Coffee Roasters and has been in the coffee industry over 20 years.  She serves as a head judge for the USBC and Coffee Fest’s Latte Art World Championship Open. ⁠ 🎤 Chris Palmer — Judge⁠ ⁠ @ctpcoffee is the former Napa wine guy who loves all things coffee. He’s recently been traveling to Colombia and Mexico to visit @caravelacoffee 's producers and serves as the West Coast Customer Relationship Manager helping roasters of all sizes create long-term, direct relationships.⁠ ⁠ You're gonna be there tomorrow, right?! Still time to grab tickets online or at the door!⁠ ⁠ 👉 Seattle Qualifier⁠ 🗓 October 5th, 2025⁠ 📍 KEXP Gathering Space⁠ 🎟 Only $10!⁠ 🔗 Tix at @aero.press bio⁠ ⁠ The Seattle AeroPress Championship is supported by ⁠ 💙 @minorfigures ⁠ ❤️ @caravelacoffee ⁠ 💙 @noissueco ⁠ ❤️ @spirittea ⁠ 💙 @comandantegrinder ⁠ ❤️ @thirdwavewater ⁠ 💙 @notneutral ⁠ ❤️ @caffevita ⁠ 💙 @roastronix

June Pioneer Square Art Walk was a night to remember! ‘Cute Skirt’ credit goes to @b_line_dot ‘Cool Art’ credit goes to @creativityinacan 📸 @kodak_summer

So in love with these flowers, summer in Seattle, and most of all, @b_line_dot ♥️♥️♥️

I know I live here, but this never gets old! Thank you @b_line_dot for the beautiful flowers 🖤

I found my grandpa’s film camera and decided to put it to work… here are some photos from July!

Had the chance to share some fun @coldstretto recipes at our cafe in Phoenix… @caffevita @elx96 📸

Humbled by this experience… #guatemala #primavera

We made it to Guatemala and I can already tell it’s going to be hard to leave! @primavera.coffee @caffevita

It’s all in the pour.

2019 US Barista Champion, Sam Spillman (@sam_line_dot ) takes some time to chat with fellow judge and Savor Brands director of coffee, Marc (@marcnmarquez ) about the 2023 Seed to Cup Festival, what’s next for Caffe Vitta (@caffevita ) and definitely NOT fully retiring from competition ✨ . . . . #samspillman #2019usbaristachampion #seedtocupfestival #mauicoffeeassociation #caffevitta #savorbrands