Hazel de los Reyes
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Hazel de los Reyes

Founder & Roaster · Gumption Coffee

Sydney, Australia

The 2005 Australian Barista Champion and founder of Sydney's Gumption Coffee.

Who they are

Hazel de los Reyes is a highly respected figure in the Australian coffee scene, best known for winning the Australian Barista Championship in 2005. She is the founder and roaster behind the renowned Gumption Coffee in Sydney.

Philosophy

  • Sourcing exceptional green beans directly from farmers and building long-term relationships.
  • A roasting philosophy centered on revealing the inherent character and sweetness of each coffee.
  • Making world-class, competition-level coffee accessible to the public through her cafes.

Known for

  • 2005 Australian Barista Champion
  • Founder, Gumption Coffee
  • Formerly of Coffee Alchemy
  • Pioneering specialty coffee in Sydney

Championships

2005 · Australian Barista Championship

Champion
Sponsor
Coffee Alchemy