Dubai – Ali Alzakary In a competition defined by precision, creativity, and relentless discipline, Frederick Adam Rubin emerged at the top of the UAE National Barista Championship 2026, earning the title of Best Barista in the United Arab Emirates during World of Coffee Dubai. Representing Benchmark Coffee, Rubin’s win reflects not only technical mastery but
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By: Ennio Cantergiani – Académie du Café You may have seen claims that coffee emits 2 kg of CO₂e per kilogram, or figures exceeding 28 kg CO₂e per kilogram. On a per-cup basis, estimates range from around 50 grams to more than 250 grams of CO₂e. So which number is correct? All of them —
Dubai – Qahwa World JDE Peet’s has introduced a new Nature Transition Plan aimed at strengthening regenerative agriculture practices and supporting deforestation-free coffee supply chains. The plan, titled Grounded in Nature, outlines a science-based approach to protecting ecosystems, improving farmer resilience, and safeguarding the long-term future of coffee production. According to the company, the plan
Dubai – Qahwa World Coffee prices fell sharply on Wednesday after the Brazilian real lost some of its recent gains, prompting traders to liquidate long positions in coffee futures. March Arabica (KCH26) closed down 16.25 points (-4.42%). March Robusta (RMH26) fell 130 points (-3.04%). Earlier in the session, Arabica had climbed to a two-and-a-half-week high,
Dubai – Qahwa World The Speciality Coffee Association UAE has officially announced the list of competitors for the UAE National Brewers Cup Championship 2026, bringing together 12 skilled baristas representing some of the country’s leading coffee roasteries and cafés. The championship will take place from 13 to 15 February 2026 at Karam Coffee, Dubai, and
Dubai – Qahwa World Kauai Coffee Company, a staple on Hawaii’s Westside since the late 1980s, oversees around 4 million coffee trees across 3,100 acres and employs approximately 140 workers, making it the largest coffee producer in the United States. The company faces uncertainty as its lease, held by parent company Massimo Zanetti Beverage Group
Dubai – Qahwa World Sucafina has published its Central America Crop Progression Update 2025/26, outlining steady progress and a positive outlook for the current coffee cycle across Central America and Mexico. According to Oscar Fernando Hurtado Ramirez, Global Head of Production Research at Sucafina, favorable weather, balanced harvest flows, and strong reinvestment at farm level
Coffee’s Roots Are Arabic… and I Don’t Mind Modern History Blogs Dubai – Ali Alzakary Coffee is more than just a drink for Ahmed Alhabsi; it’s a cultural journey that connects Oman’s heritage with the global coffee scene. As the founder of Historia Roastery and a certified coffee assessor, Alhabsi has built a career bridging
Dubai – Qahwa World Dubai’s coffee and hospitality scene is embracing the açaí trend, and SAMBAZON is leading the charge. As pioneers of certified organic açaí, the brand is helping cafés, restaurants, and wellness-focused operators elevate their menus while staying committed to sustainability and Fair Trade principles. On the sidelines of World of Coffee Dubai
Dubai – Qahwa World Researchers at the Chinese Academy of Sciences have identified previously unknown compounds in coffee beans that may slow glucose absorption and support carbohydrate metabolism. The study...
Dubai – Qahwa World The rare Black Ivory coffee, produced with the help of Asian elephants, owes its exceptionally smooth and balanced flavor to the unique gut microbiome of the...
Dubai – Qahwa World In one of the most comprehensive scientific studies of the past decade, a research team from the Kunming Institute of Botany has uncovered unprecedented details about...
Dubai – Qahwa World For many people, mornings begin with coffee—and a familiar dilemma: espresso, cappuccino, or Americano. Yet research suggests that the most health-friendly option is often overlooked and...
