YORK coffee guru, Sadie Hopkins, of York Coffee Emporium, has been made a judge in the UK Barista Championships for 2012 to 2013.

Sadie will be helping potential entrants to prepare for the competition after joining up with Casa Espresso, suppliers of San Remo espresso machines and speciality coffee.

The businesses will hold a barista workshop at Casa Espresso’s Shipley headquarters on January 31, with Leeds barista and UKBC finalist Howard Barwick.

The workshop, from 10am and 4pm, will provide information regarding the rules and aims of the competitions with chance to practise coffee-making skills and gain feedback.

Places, which cost £5, are limited. Email sadie@casaespresso.co.uk to book.