Geoff Marsland, a prominent figure in the coffee industry, recently sold his waterfront home for $1.775 million to a US buyer. This sale coincided with the revival of competitive coffee events in New Zealand.
Key facts:
- Dove Chen won the 2026 Aotearoa Brewers Cup Championship with a score of 509 points.
- The Brewers Cup final took place at The Tuesday Club in Auckland after a nine-year absence.
- Marsland is still seeking buyers for the Wellington headquarters of Havana Coffee, listed at $3.575 million.
Marsland’s decision to sell comes after he divested his coffee business to Lion NZ. The quick sale of his property reflects the demand for real estate in the area, as it sold within a month of hitting the market. Marsland stated, “You’ve got to let go of some stuff to let new stuff in. [That’s] what I’m doing.”
The Brewers Cup event marked a significant return for New Zealand’s coffee culture. Organizers noted that “the atmosphere was electric, with a strong sense of community underpinning the competition.” Dove Chen will represent New Zealand at the World Brewers Cup in Bogotá, Colombia.
Meanwhile, Indonesia showcased its rich coffee culture at the Helsinki Coffee Festival 2026. The Indonesian embassy presented various coffee varieties including Arabica, Robusta, and Luwak. Ambassador Ibnu Wahyutomo emphasized that this initiative aims to position Indonesian coffee as part of the country’s identity and economic potential.
The recent events highlight a growing interest in specialty coffee and competitive brewing within New Zealand and beyond. As Marsland continues his transition from property owner to industry supporter, many are eager to see how this revival will shape the future of coffee culture in Aotearoa.
