MADRID, Feb. 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The second edition of The World's 100 Best Coffee Shops was presented today during CoffeeFest Madrid 2026.
This definitive list of the world’s best specialty coffee shops is the first global ranking dedicated to recognising excellence in coffee and has become one of the most anticipated highlights of the festival.
The publication of the list confirms the emergence of new global capitals of quality coffee, as well as the consolidation of an increasingly diverse, professional and innovative international coffee community.
The United States leads the ranking with nine selected coffee shops,
followed by Australia (seven), Peru (five), and Spain, Honduras and Taiwan with four each.
“In the end, we are embracing global trends. Coffee shop
culture continues to grow, and this ranking aims to give greater visibility to
more coffee shops worldwide. Throughout the year, we will also unveil the
continental lists that reflect this expansion,” says Cesar Ramirez, CEO of The
World 100 Best Coffee Shops.
ONYX COFFEE LAB (USA), THE WORLD’S BEST COFFEE SHOP
Onyx Coffee Lab, based in Arkansas (USA), has been recognised as the world’s best coffee shop in this edition thanks to its commitment to specialty coffee, technical innovation and strong connection with the coffee community.
Guided by the motto “Never Settle for Good Enough,” this
philosophy shapes the entire process, from sourcing coffees at origin to
rigorous roast control, the use of solar energy and a strong commitment to
continuous training for baristas and partners.
The podium is completed by Tim Wendelboe (Oslo, Norway), a global reference in specialty coffee led by the award-winning barista and roaster of the same name, and Alquimia Coffee (Santa Ana, El Salvador), a micro-roastery working directly at origin and promoting Salvadoran coffee through a contemporary proposal deeply rooted in its territory.
“The World’s 100 Best Coffee Shops is the global benchmark
celebrating the cafés shaping the future of coffee, and DaVinci Gourmet is
proud to stand alongside it as the global title sponsor,” said Eloise
Dubuisson, General Manager, Food Service Brands, Kerry Asia Pacific, Middle
East & Africa. “We extend our congratulations to all 100 ranked coffee
shops recognised for their creative craftsmanship, innovative spirit, and
meaningful influence on the global coffee landscape.”
EVALUATION PROCESS
The ranking is produced through a mixed system combining the
evaluation of more than 800 professional judges from all continents with public
voting, which exceeded 350,000 votes in this edition. In total, more than
15,000 coffee shops worldwide were analysed.
Members of the international jury include leading figures
such as Kat Melheim (North America), Pack Katisomsakul (Southeast Asia),
Michalis Dimitrakopoulos (Europe), Darveris Rivas (South America), Tanty
Hartono (Asia), Jolie Marlene (Africa), Jack Simpson (Oceania), Dara Santana
(Europe), Mariam Erin (Asia–Middle East) and Sunghee Tark (Asia).
The evaluation criteria applied were:
Coffee quality
Barista experience and technique
Customer service
Innovation capacity
Space design and atmosphere
Sustainability practices
Food and pastry quality
Service consistency
RECOGNISING EXCELLENCE IN COFFEE
The 2026 edition of The World’s 100 Best Coffee Shops is
supported by DaVinci Gourmet as Global and Title Sponsor; Slayer, Markibar,
Cropster and CoffeeFest Madrid as Main Sponsors; and Fidatec and the National
Federation of Coffee Growers of Colombia (Craft Specialty Coffees) as Sponsors.
Their commitment strengthens the international projection of this initiative
and reinforces recognition of coffee as a cultural and gastronomic driver.
Winners of The World’s 100 Best Coffee Shops 2026 gather on stage at CoffeeFest Madrid 2026, celebrating global excellence in specialty coffee alongside industry leaders, media, and international representatives.
See the full list at https://theworlds100bestcoffeeshops.com/
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