Fan Liang

Who they are

Fan Liang is a Chinese barista and latte art specialist who rose to international prominence by winning the 2023 World Latte Art Championship. He is celebrated for elevating Chinese latte art to the highest global standard through a combination of meticulous technique and innovative design.

Philosophy

• Precision and Symmetry: A strong focus on hand control and milk texture to achieve crisp, high-contrast lines.
• Narrative Design: Uses complex patterns and characters within the cup to tell a story to the judges.
• Innovation in Free-Pour: Pushing the boundaries of what is possible without using etching tools.
• Practice and Repetition: Believes that championship-level art comes from thousands of hours of focused, deliberate repetition.

Signature gear & coffee

• WPM (Welhome Pro) Pitchers: Frequently associated with the brand for their precision spouts.
• Specialty Espresso Blends: Custom-roasted profiles designed specifically for high-contrast crema during competition.

Known for

• 2023 World Latte Art Champion: Awarded the title at World of Coffee Athens.
• Chinese National Latte Art Championship: Multiple-time top finisher before his world win.
• Free-pour innovation: Recognized for pushing free-pour design boundaries with intricate animal-themed patterns.