After years of near-misses, Melbourne’s Jack Simpson (Axil Coffee Roasters) reached the pinnacle of the coffee world in October 2025, being crowned the World Barista Champion at HostMilano. Following a bronze in 2023 and a silver in 2024, Jack’s victory in Milan was a masterclass in resilience. His routine - themed around personal vulnerability and human connection - utilised some of the most advanced coffee tech available today, most notably his choice of glassware: Ni Wares

For years, the coffee world has obsessed over beans, grinders, and brewing methods. But what about the one item that actually touches your lips? Enter Ni Wares , a revolutionary Australian brand that has taken a scientific, gastronomy-inspired approach to the coffee cup, proving that the vessel can dramatically impact your final sip. Inspired by Science: The Dual-Lipped Design The core innovation of Ni Wares - inspired by the Japanese word "Ni" (meaning "two") - is its dual-l