Hugely detailed Sonic the Hedgehog, dog and battleship designs see man crowned as UK latte art champion
Meet the UK’s latte art champion
- Ben Lewis, the UK's reigning latte art champion from Southampton, achieved a remarkable 10th place in the recent world championships.
- Lewis, a "coffee professional", is renowned for his intricate designs, transforming steamed milk and espresso into various figures like Sonic the Hedgehog.
- His journey began at 16, with his passion for latte art igniting in 2016 under the mentorship of a former UK champion.
- After four previous attempts, Lewis won the UK Latte Art Championships on 29 April, following six weeks of intense practice and giving up alcohol.
- Looking ahead, Lewis aims to break into the top six globally next year and continues to share his expertise and collaborate with major brands through his social media.