Dubai – Qahwa World
A specialized training program focused on judging skills for World Coffee Championships, with an emphasis on the manual brewing category, has been announced in cooperation with World Coffee Championships and The Phatuncle.
The workshop will be held at Karam Coffee, located on 4th Street, Al Quoz Third, Al Quoz, Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
The workshop is scheduled to take place from 10 to 11 February 2026 at Karam Coffee in Al Quoz, Dubai, as an intensive training program focused on judging skills for World Coffee Championships in the manual brewing category.
The program provides comprehensive insights into World Coffee Championships as a whole, with a detailed focus on the manual brewing competition. Participants will gain an understanding of competition structure, judging roles, and official evaluation criteria.
The workshop is designed as a small-size class to ensure high-quality learning and interaction. It will be conducted by Hendri Kurniawan, a World Coffee Events Representative since 2016, who has judged 20 World Coffee Championships across all six official competition categories.
The training includes both theoretical and practical sessions, allowing participants to experience judging procedures, participate in simulated judging panels, and deliver structured feedback to competing participants.
This workshop is suitable for coffee enthusiasts of all knowledge levels, including those interested in understanding how competitions are judged, individuals aspiring to become competition judges, and competitors seeking better preparation for upcoming championships.
At the end of the workshop, all participants will receive a digital certificate accredited by World Coffee Championships and the Specialty Coffee Association.
To register or inquire, please contact:
[email protected]
