If you've ever watched a barista on stage and thought, “Wow, that looks smooth,” there's a good chance the equipment had something to do with it. At this year’s SCASA National Coffee Competitions, our competitors weren’t just bringing their A-game—they had world-class tech behind them, too.
We’re thrilled to spotlight one of our incredible sponsors, Morrico Specialist Coffee Supplies, who stepped up in a big way by providing the Thermoplan Black&White 4CTS for our competitors. This isn’t just any coffee machine—it’s the official WLAC (World Latte Art Championship) spec machine, meaning our South African talent got to compete on the same equipment used by the best of the best, globally.
Now, we know that the WLAC’s decision to go with the Black&White 4CTS stirred up a bit of debate in the coffee community when it was first announced. But here’s the twist: feedback from both local and international baristas who’ve trained on it has been overwhelmingly positive. Once people get hands-on with the machine, the results speak for themselves—precision milk texturing, consistent espresso delivery, and intuitive functionality that’s designed for performance under pressure.
The Black&White 4CTS is a high-performance powerhouse: fast, reliable, consistent—and kind of a show-off (in the best way). With that touch of Swiss engineering magic, it brought confidence and consistency to the SCASA stage, letting the baristas focus on creativity and execution.
We at SCASA are proud to work with local companies like Morrico, who not only support our vision but help raise the standard of what’s possible. Their commitment to excellence helps us give competitors the tools they need to thrive—not just locally, but on the world stage.
So, a huge thank you to Morrico for being part of this journey. Your support doesn’t just power machines—it powers dreams.
Want to learn more about the Thermoplan Black&White 4CTS and what Morrico can offer your café, roastery, or competition setup?
👉 Visit Morrico’s website here and take a peek under the hood.
Photo Credit: The Coffee Magazine
