Prepping for Greatness: Day 0
Before the doors officially opened, the excitement was already brewing.- Roasters gathered for orientation, learning the ins and outs of the competition rules.
- They met the judges, sponsors, and equipment suppliers, asking important questions to fine-tune their approach.
- The first group of competitors hit the practice floor early with sample roasting and open cupping sessions, setting the tone for the days ahead.
The Big Kickoff: Day 1 at Booth #1231
The wait was over — Day 1 of SCA Expo 2025 had arrived! The Savor Brands booth, perfectly positioned near the SCA Community Lounge, became a key destination. Highlights included:- The debut of the 2025 Pono Coffee Bags featuring bold new designs.
- A fun horoscope-inspired promotion tying different Pono bags to zodiac signs — like Pono Leo for Leos and the Compost+ Hourglass Pouch for Pisces.
- Conversations around packaging innovation and sustainable coffee bag solutions.
- A showcase of the new Digital Hexagon Soft Touch Bag — a big step forward in custom digital printing for coffee brands.
Building the Buzz: Day 2
By Day 2, the energy at the expo was full blast.- Visitors kept streaming into Booth 1231 to check out both sides of Savor Brands' setup — with Savor Live, their digital ordering platform, featured prominently.
- Roasters in the second competition group began their production roasts.
- Main stage interviews kicked off, giving roasters a chance to share their stories.
- Sample roasting areas kept the competition space buzzing as competitors fine-tuned their final batches.
A Grand Finale: Day 3
The final day came with a mix of excitement and celebration.- Savor Brands handed out fortune cookies to visitors, adding a personal touch to the last day of connections.
- Special visits from industry friends, including Daniel from Cropster, made the day even better.
- Attendees flocked to the main stage to watch the ultimate cupping session — a rare gathering of some of the world's top roasters.
- First Place: Mikaël Portannier (France) — Texture
- Second Place: Ashton Huang (Taiwan) — Ritrovare Coffee
- Third Place: Naruepon Wuttipappinyo (Thailand) — Factory Coffee
- Fourth Place: Song Chundan (China) — Do Your Best Coffee
From Houston With Love: Until Next Year, SCA!
Savor Brands’ presence at SCA Expo 2025 showed how energy, innovation, and community come together to push the coffee world forward. With new packaging breakthroughs, digital tools like Savor Live, and a strong booth presence, the team made a serious impact — and they’re already setting sights on the next adventure.
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