Javier Amboage
Spain
Coffee Spirit
Please tell us a little about yourself:
Just a little coffee enthusiast.
What are you excited to do in Boston?:
Meet with old friends from around the world again, and share a fantastic week in the world of coffee.
Please list the coffee competitions you have participated in, what year they took place, and your results:
2017 Regional Galicia Aeropress Championship Winner
2017 Spain Aeropress Championship Winner
2017 Seoul World Aeropress Championship Competitor
2019 Spain Brewers Cup Winner
How do you see the coffee industry changing in the future?:
I think that in terms of quality, the whole value chain is evolving, but we will have to work hard to achieve sustainable production and fair remuneration for producers.
Where do you see yourself in five years?:
I have not planned that far ahead, but I hope to see myself with job stability, contributing what I can to the sector, continuing to make specialty coffee known, and still enjoying coffee.
What are your interests outside of coffee?:
Enjoying life, sport, and travel.
Is there anyone you would like to thank or recognize, or who helped you to prepare for the WBrC?:
Yes. Jose Sanguiao from Coffee Spirit—my friend, my coach, and a huge part of my world of coffee.
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