Origami Cup South Africa 2026
The Origami Cup has officially come to South Africa and we are excited to bring this celebration of coffee brewing to our local community.

What is the Origami Cup?
Designed in Japan, the Origami Wave Dripper is famous for its beautiful and functional design, as well as its versatility as a pour-over brewer. The Origami Cup celebrates this versatility and invites competitors to explore the Origami Wave’s capabilities. It’s a competitive tournament based purely on taste. Judges evaluate the cups blind, voting for their favourite based strictly on flavour.

Who is this for?
Everyone! We’re calling on passionate home brewers and seasoned professionals alike to step up and showcase their skills. Participation is open to everyone because the equipment and coffee will be supplied.

If you just love coffee and want to observe, we’re also offering spectator tickets which give you access to the full event which includes the competition and a number of other coffee experiences. Competitor and spectator spaces are limited, so click on “Tickets” to select the correct ticket type and secure your place early.

More Than Just a Competition
Alongside the competition, we will also have other things to enjoy, including:
– A brewing station featuring Nucleus Coffee Tools equipment
– A comparative tasting station exploring how water quality affects coffee brewing
– An Origami Popup Shop
– A coffee brew bar

Important information
Arrival times: Competitors must arrive for registration at 09:00 AM. Spectators are welcome to arrive anytime from 10:30 AM onwards.
Event start: The event officially starts at 11:00.
Event close: The event will wrap up at 17:00.
Food & drink: Other than coffee, no food or drinks will be served on-site, but there are plenty of great restaurants and cafes within walking distance.

*Competitor Note: If you secure a competitor spot, you’ll receive the Official Competitor Handbook via email two weeks before the event. The handbook will include information on the event logistics, the schedule, tournament format & judging, technical rules & stage etiquette and equipment & gear.

Get in Touch
If you have any questions, please reach out to us at events@capecoffeebeans.co.za.