Philippine Coffee Expo 2025: Space One Ayala Ready

Coffee lovers, industry leaders, and producers are invited to mark their calendars for the Philippine Coffee Expo 2025, happening May 9–11 at Space One Ayala, Makati City. Organized by the Philippine Coffee Guild (PCG) in partnership with the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), the Department of Agriculture (DA), and the Barista Coffee Academy Asia, this year’s theme—“Charting New Frontiers”—promises a celebration of innovation, sustainability, and collaboration across the Philippine coffee industry.

Kape’t Kuwentuhan Series: Brewing Ideas That Matter

Held at the Plenary Hall, the Kape’t Kuwentuhan Series will feature in-depth talks and discussions led by local and international experts. Topics include:

• Future-Proofing Coffee: Sustainable Practices for Long-Term Growth
• Promoting Local Coffee Through Kape Dose Initiatives: The Region 12 Experience
• Breaking Through Barriers: The Emergence of Philippine Specialty Coffee
• Roasters-Producers Forum: Revisiting Filipino Coffee Culture
• Sustainable Coffee-Based Farming Systems
• Coffee Traceability: Elevating Philippine Coffee with Stories of Passion and Global Success
• Crafting Coffee Stories: From Bean to Brand for a Global Audience
• World-Class Innovation: Boram Um’s Coffee Experience with Easy Brand Signature
• Adapting to a Changing Climate: Ensuring Resilience in Coffee Agriculture
• Global Coffee Trends and the Role of Emerging Origins
• Redefining Coffee Consumption: Creating Memorable Consumer Journeys
• The Art and Science of Specialty Coffee Roasting

Spotlight on Excellence: PCQC Awards

The expo also serves as the culminating event for the Philippine Coffee Quality Competition (PCQC), where top-performing coffee producers will be honored and awarded. This annual competition highlights the country’s best specialty coffees, connecting local farmers with international buyers and inspiring excellence in every cup.

Event Highlights

Beyond learning sessions, attendees can enjoy a wide array of immersive experiences throughout the three-day expo, including:

• Product Demonstrations
• Business Matching Opportunities
• Meet-and-Greet with Local and Global Coffee Experts
• Pop-up Cafés and Specialty Coffee Exhibits
• Guild Barista and Roasting Competitions
• Cupping Room for Taste Exploration
• Roasters-Producers Forum

More than 100 local and international coffee producers, companies, and stakeholders will participate, making this the largest gathering of its kind in the Philippines.

A Platform for Progress

Dr. Emmanuel Garcia, Chairman of the Philippine Coffee Guild, shared:

“This year’s Philippine Coffee Expo builds on the success of previous editions by bringing the community together in an even more dynamic and collaborative space. With a wider range of exhibitors, engaging discussions, and expanded business opportunities, the expo continues to be a vital platform for innovation and growth in our coffee industry—from farm to cup.”

The Philippine Coffee Expo 2025 is presented by Perdem Hay Marketing Solutions Inc. in cooperation with major sponsors including Gourmet Farms, Inc., the Provincial Government of Sultan Kudarat, DA-PRDP-NPCO, Easy Brand PH, Eighty Plus, Top Creamery, and Curve Coffee Collaborators.