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Dubai to Host the 2026 UAE National Brewers Cup Championship

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Dubai will host the 2026 UAE National Brewers Cup Championship from 13 to 15 February 2026 at Karam Coffee in the Al Quoz area, bringing together some of the country’s top competitors in specialty coffee.

The Specialty Coffee Association–UAE Chapter, the event organizer, has set participation requirements for residents: competitors must have lived in the UAE for at least two years, hold a valid UAE residence visa, be a member of the association, and pay a registration fee of AED 1,000.

The association also invited the UAE coffee community to get involved through volunteering or sponsorship. Three sponsorship tiers are available:

Gold: AED 15,000

Silver: AED 10,000

Bronze: AED 5,000

Through this championship, the association aims to strengthen the specialty coffee sector in the UAE and support related educational and research initiatives.

Dubai Coffee Auction 2026 Concludes with Over $70,000 in Sales

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The Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC) concluded the second edition of the “Dubai Coffee Auction,” with total specialty coffee sales exceeding $70,000, reflecting continued global demand for high-quality, traceable coffee.

The auction featured coffee from 13 different producing countries, marking the widest geographic range ever represented in a single coffee auction. Notably, the event included the first international sale of coffee from the continental United States and recorded the second-highest auction price for Bolivian coffee, highlighting strong international competition among buyers.

Held as part of the World of Coffee Dubai 2026, the auction attracted buyers from across the global specialty coffee market, with 1,364 bids submitted. The platform provided producers with a transparent and organized marketplace to reach international buyers directly.

This edition was part of a three-auction program over the Expo’s three days, including the “Coffee Equipment Auction” and the “Microlot Auction,” culminating in the “Exhibitors’ Coffee Auction,” showcasing a diverse range of coffees to an international audience.

DMCC’s Coffee Centre, located in the Jebel Ali Free Zone, offers integrated facilities including storage, processing, roasting, logistics, and training, connecting producers from Latin America, Africa, and Asia with global markets efficiently.

The World of Coffee Dubai 2026 ran from January 18 to 20 at the Dubai World Trade Centre, featuring over 2,100 companies and brands from the global specialty coffee industry.

World of Coffee Dubai 2026 Concludes with Record Engagement

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The fifth edition of World of Coffee Dubai 2026 concluded today at the Dubai World Trade Centre, closing a dynamic three-day programme focused on trade, professional learning, and origin engagement. Organised by DXB LIVE in partnership with the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA), the event reinforced its role as a global hub for the specialty coffee industry.

Following a record-breaking opening day, Day Two sustained high engagement across Za’abeel Halls 1, 4, 5, and 6. Producers, roasters, buyers, and suppliers participated in business meetings, live cuppings, technical demonstrations, and networking sessions throughout the exhibition floor.

A key highlight was the World Class Auction, part of the Dubai Coffee Auction programme curated with M-Cultivo. Buyers sampled and bid on high-quality, traceable coffees in real-time, with the top lot—a Natural Geisha—selling for $3,075 per kilogram, reflecting the premium placed on exceptional origin coffees.

The Producer Panel showcased dialogues between origin representatives and industry stakeholders, exploring market access, value creation, and evolving producer–buyer relationships. Discussions emphasized sustainability, transparency, and long-term partnerships as central to the specialty coffee value chain.

Competitive programmes also drew attention. The Roasting Championship advanced into its technical evaluation phase, while the Cezve/Ibrik Championships 2026 celebrated traditional brewing methods through a modern specialty coffee lens.

Exhibitors praised the commercial impact of the event. Sanjeev Dinesh Fernando from Alpro said participation generated strong business leads, while Mohamed Alhammadi, Co-Owner of Tajer Coffee, described their first-time presence and sponsorship as exceeding expectations.

Reflecting on the event, Shouq Bin Redha, Exhibition Manager of World of Coffee Dubai, said:
“World of Coffee Dubai functions as a working marketplace for the specialty coffee sector. From live auctions and producer dialogues to championship progression and educational sessions, the programme delivers practical exchange and quality-driven trade outcomes.”

World of Coffee Dubai 2026 concluded with the final Exhibitors’ Coffee Auction, championship awards, and ongoing educational sessions, leaving participants inspired and connected as the region’s premier specialty coffee event.

For more information, registration, and the full programme, visit: www.worldofcoffeedubai.com.

Largest Edition of World of Coffee Dubai 2026 Kicks Off Tomorrow

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The fifth and largest edition of World of Coffee Dubai 2026 will kick off tomorrow, Sunday, in Dubai. The event is organised by DXB Live, the integrated event management and experiential agency of Dubai World Trade Centre, in partnership with the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA), and will run from 18 to 20 January 2026 at the Dubai World Trade Centre.

Recognised as the region’s leading specialty coffee trade event, the exhibition brings together more than 2,100 exhibiting companies and brands, alongside industry leaders, experts, and professionals from 78 countries, representing every stage of the coffee value chain. Participants include coffee producers, roasters, traders, equipment and machinery manufacturers and distributors, café operators, hospitality leaders, and industry organisations.

Spanning an exhibition space of 20,000 square metres, the event features strong participation from leading global coffee producers, reinforcing Dubai’s growing role as a global hub for coffee trade and a strategic gateway connecting producing countries with fast-growing consumer markets and international trade centres.

World of Coffee Dubai 2026 offers visitors a comprehensive experience covering all aspects of the specialty coffee industry. Key features include the Roasters Village, Producers Village, Cupping Rooms, Brewing and Espresso Zones, and dedicated Technology Areas, showcasing the latest innovations in roasting and brewing systems, automation, and sustainable technologies, reflecting global future trends in the specialty coffee sector.

The exhibition programme also includes a series of professional championships and competitions, such as the UAE National Coffee and Latte Art Championships, the Roasting Championship, as well as the Cezve/Ibrik World Championship, which celebrates one of the world’s oldest coffee preparation methods rooted in Middle Eastern and Turkish coffee culture, evaluated according to modern specialty coffee standards.

On the commercial front, the event hosts three live auctions across the three exhibition days, including a Coffee Equipment Auction on the first day, a Micro-lot Auction featuring top-rated specialty coffee beans on the second day, and an Exhibitors’ Coffee Auction on the third day. These auctions provide a transparent platform for price discovery, enhance international buyer participation, and support global market access for brands and producers.

World of Coffee Dubai 2026 will be open daily from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Zabeel Halls 1, 4, 5, and 6 of the Dubai World Trade Centre. Registration remains open for visitors, media representatives, and industry professionals, with full programme details and media accreditation available via the event’s official website.

Mexican Coffee to Make History in Dubai 2026

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Mexican coffee is set to leave a historic mark at one of the Middle East’s premier coffee events. Casa Tostadora Briones has announced its participation in the upcoming exhibition from January 18 to 20, 2026, at the Dubai World Trade Centre, representing all coffee-producing regions of Mexico in a first-of-its-kind national initiative.

“This is an unprecedented moment,” said José Manuel Hernández García, CEO of Casa Tostadora Briones. “For the first time, all producing states, institutions, and growers are moving forward together. In Dubai, we will present not only our coffee but the story of every hand and every mountain that shapes our harvests.”

The initiative brings together multiple official and civil partners, including: Veracruz Secretariat of Economic Development

  • Chiapas Ministry of Economy and Labor and the Coffee Institute of Chiapas

  • Guerrero Secretariat of Economic Development

  • Mexican Ministry of Tourism

  • Asociación Civil Ayuda Productores Veracruzanos

In addition to promoting Mexican coffee internationally, the project highlights the cultural, natural, and touristic richness of Mexico’s coffee-growing regions and aims to encourage origin-based tourism, showcasing the deep connections between coffee, history, and local communities.

Casa Tostadora Briones has also pioneered new export routes from Mexico to the Middle East, ensuring that every batch maintains its origin identity and high-quality standards.

The company is inviting coffee producers, cooperatives, and associations from across Mexico to join this historic national representation.

The Dubai exhibition will take place January 18–20, 2026, at the Dubai World Trade Centre, Main Halls, bringing together leading figures in the global coffee industry.