Ahead of USBC in June, Dalla Corte and Franke Gear Up as Official Sponsors – CoffeeTalk

Dalla Corte North America Named Official Machine Sponsor and Franke Mytico Named Calibration Sponsor for the 2026 United States Barista Championship

With the 2026 United States Barista Championship (USBC) just weeks away, Dalla Corte North America is proud to serve as the Official Machine Sponsor, supporting one of the most prestigious competitive stages within the U.S. Coffee Championships circuit.

The 2026 USBC will take place June 18–21, 2026, in Denver, Colorado, hosted at Huckleberry Roasters. The competition will bring together 36 of the nation’s top baristas to showcase their technical skill, creativity, and mastery of espresso preparation. The event is organized by RoasTronix, the SCA USA Event Partner, which collaborates year-round with regional and national stakeholders to deliver this nationally recognized championship.

“We simply could not bring this competition to life without the partnership and support of Dalla Corte,” said Arash Hassanian, CEO, RoasTronix. “Through their equipment and dedication to excellence, we’re able to elevate the entire competition experience and set a higher standard for performance on the national stage.”

Dalla Corte’s Commitment to the Specialty Coffee Community
“We are honored to be selected as the Machine Sponsor for the 2026 USBC season,” said Ryan Willbur, Business Development Director, Dalla Corte North America. “With the championship approaching, we’re excited to support an event that celebrates the highest levels of professionalism and craft in our industry while uplifting baristas across the country.”

Franke Coffee Systems Joins as Calibration Machine Sponsor
As part of the partnership, Franke Coffee Systems will serve as the Calibration Machine Sponsor, equipping the USBC with the Franke Mytico Due to support consistent calibration for judges and ensure accuracy and integrity in scoring throughout the competition.

A Major Milestone for Dalla Corte in North America
This sponsorship marks a significant milestone in Dalla Corte’s continued expansion across North America. Although internationally recognized for more than 25 years as a leader in espresso machine innovation, Dalla Corte North America officially entered the market last year, bringing with it a legacy of precision engineering, barista-centric design, and deep commitment to the craft of espresso.

“Our mission has always been to empower baristas to express their vision of coffee with precision and consistency,” said Valentina Dalla Corte, Chief of Staff & Commercial Excellence Manager, Dalla Corte. “Supporting the USBC at such an exciting moment reinforces that mission and reflects our commitment to growing alongside the North American specialty coffee community.”

About Dalla Corte
Founded in 2001, Dalla Corte is an Italian manufacturer of professional espresso machines and grinders, renowned for pioneering multiboiler technology and advanced flow profiling systems. All products are proudly Made in Italy and developed with a strong focus on innovation, elegant design, and ease of maintenance. Dalla Corte’s mission is to provide baristas and coffee

professionals with precise, reliable tools that ensure outstanding consistency in every extraction. The company is deeply committed to sustainability and coffee education, empowering the global coffee community to always give its best — in other words, to #MakeItBetter. Learn more.

About the United States Barista Championship
The United States Barista Championship is a high-intensity service competition in which baristas prepare espresso-based beverages under timed conditions and are evaluated by certified sensory and technical judges. Managed by the USBC Committee, a volunteer-driven group that works year-round with regional partners, the competition plays a vital role in advancing excellence, developing professional talent, and strengthening the specialty coffee community. Learn more.

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