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Generation Z is transforming coffee culture by embracing customization, technology, and ethical sourcing, leading to personalized and sustainable coffee experiences.

Coffee enthusiasts across the UAE and the Middle East are eagerly anticipating the upcoming launch of Strada X, the latest innovation in coffee-making machines, designed and created by thirty of the finest baristas from La Marzocco. In a groundbreaking showcase held yesterday at the headquarters of the Espresso Service Company in Sharjah, representatives from La

When looking back over a year as it comes to a close, you often find a particular memory or two upon which the entire year seems to hinge. Sometimes it’s a crisis— but sometimes it’s a quiet moment that somehow manages to shift your entire perception. In March, I experienced one of those moments. We

Moscow – Qahwa World Data from the “Check Index” analytical center of the OFD Platform show significant changes in coffee consumption patterns in Russia during 2024–2026, driven by sustained price increases across all major categories. In 2025, prices rose across the entire market. The average price of instant coffee reached 482 rubles (+22% year-on-year), roasted

Dubai – Qahwa World In a world shaped by economic uncertainty, climate challenges, and changing consumer values, Generation Z is redefining how humanity drinks its coffee and tea. Born between 1995 and 2009, this generation stands out for its digital fluency, health awareness, and desire for personal expression — qualities now transforming one of the

Vanúsia Nogueira, Executive Director of the International Coffee Organization, shared her insights into the future of the coffee sector during an interview with Global Coffee Report. Nogueira foresees a promising year for coffee production, with harvests expected to stabilize and recover from the impacts of recent climate events. This optimistic outlook is encouraging for producers

In a recent study, alarming warnings have been sounded regarding the potential hazards linked to the commercialization of coffee’s health benefits. The study, featured in Coffee Intelligence, underscores the imperative to critically assess health claims associated with coffee products. Over the past decade, extensive research has consistently linked moderate coffee consumption to a lower risk of

Author: Qahwa World Source: Hanns R. Neumann Stiftung (HRNS) – ICP 25th Anniversary Report Date: July 23, 2026 ICP 25 Years: Building Resilience in Coffee Communities Worldwide Executive Summary Over the past 25 years, the International Coffee Partners(ICP) has shifted from working in many countries to building deeper, long-term engagement in six regions: Brazil, Ethiopia,

Source: Morning Consult / Bill Pink Author: Editorial Team Date: July 27, 2026 Dutch Bros Over-Indexes on Coffee and Energy Boost Ritual Dutch Bros holds 2.0 mental market share against 2.2 market share, a near-perfect match. The brand over-indexes on morning coffee (+9.3), energy boost (+9.1), and coffee to share with coworkers (+10.0). Dutch Bros

Source: International Coffee Organization (ICO) Author: Qahwa World Editorial Team Date: July 22, 2026 ICO and FAO Renew Commitment to Sustainable Coffee Sector ICO and FAO signed a new Memorandum of Understanding reaffirming their commitment to coffee sector sustainability. The renewed partnership builds on years of successful collaboration between the two organizations. Key areas include

Harar blends centuries of coffee heritage, Islamic history and warm hospitality. The inaugural Great Harar Run offers visitors a new way to discover one of Ethiopia’s most remarkable cities. By Tewodros Balcha | Exclusive for Qahwa World Thousands of runners passed through the ancient gates of Harar today, transforming one of Africa’s oldest living cities

Source: Nature – Adapted by Qahwa World | Author: Qahwa World | Date: July 1, 2026 Coffee Is Under Threat: How Scientists Are Fighting to Save It from Extinction Key Takeaways: Coffee is critically threatened by climate change, with arabica suffering or dying when temperatures rise just a few degrees. Robusta requires massive amounts of

Source: World Coffee Roasting Championship 2026 – Brussels | Author: Qahwa World | Date: June 28, 2026 Belgian Crowned 2026 World Coffee Roasting Champion in Brussels Key Takeaways: Benjamin Brassart from Belgium was crowned World Coffee Roasting Champion 2026. The championship was held in Brussels with top roasters from around the world. Competitors were evaluated

Source: Coffee Watch Report – Adapted by Qahwa World | Author: Qahwa World | Date: June 25, 2026 Coffee Farming in Vietnam Devours Half a Million Acres of Forest, Threatening Rare Species with Extinction Key Takeaways: A new report from the nonprofit Coffee Watch reveals that coffee farming in Vietnam has cleared nearly half a

Source: Victoria Arduino | Author: Qahwa World | Date: June 11, 2026 Victoria Arduino Unveils RECORD: A New Espresso Machine Redefining Design and Innovation in Professional Coffee Key Takeaways: Victoria Arduino previewed the exclusive RECORD 120 Limited Edition at HOST, with only 120 units produced. Each unit represents one year of the company’s history, from

Source: Exclusive Interview | Author: Qahwa World | Date: June 12, 2026 Laila Binbrek: Bridging Cultures Through Art – An Exclusive Interview with the Director of the UAE National Pavilion at the Venice Biennale Key Takeaways: Laila Binbrek has lived in five countries: the UAE, Canada, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and England – shaping her layered,

Source: Qahwa World – Special Report | Author: Qahwa World | Date: June 9, 2026 Saudi Arabia’s Coffee City: The Complete Story of a Giant Project Transforming Agriculture and Economy Key Highlights: Saudi Arabia is building its first dedicated coffee city in the Al-Baha region, covering 170 hectares. Over 527,000 coffee seedlings have been planted,

Source: Qahwa World World (translated from Vietnamese) | Author: Nguyễn Nghĩa | Date: June 7, 2026 What Must Be Done to Stop Exporting Raw Coffee and Selling It Cheap? Key Points: Lam Dong, Vietnam’s largest coffee-growing province, still exports nearly 100% raw beans at low prices. In the first 4 months of 2026, export volume

Source: National Coffee Association (NCA) | Author: Qahwa World | Date: June 6, 2026 US Coffee Consumption 2026 by the Numbers: The Rise of Specialty Coffee and What It Means for Global Markets Key Numbers: 66% of American adults drank coffee yesterday – more than any other beverage including water. 47% drank specialty coffee daily,

This Fuki Kanamori interview explores the world of Japanese coffee. Interview: Qahaw World | Interviewer: Ali AlZakary | Date: June 2, 2026 “Your Senses Belong Only to You”: Fuki Kanamori on Her Journey from Government Clerk to Japanese Coffee Expert Key Takeaways from the Interview: “Coffee moves you” – a philosophy that reflects a man

Source: Spanish Press (HProject Podcast) | Date: June 3, 2026 The Coffee That Brought Ronaldinho and Messi Together Key Takeaways: Former Barcelona player Andrea Orlandi reveals the unique relationship between Ronaldinho and a young Messi. Ronaldinho would jokingly ask Messi to prepare coffee for him. Messi obediently made the coffee, showing respect and affection. The

Source: National Coffee Association (NCA) | Author: Specialty Reports Unit | Date: June 2, 2026 Specialty Coffee in America Hits Record High in 2026 Key Takeaways: 47% of American adults drank specialty coffee yesterday. This equals the highest level ever recorded. Specialty coffee surpasses traditional coffee daily (47% vs. 42%). 58% of Americans had specialty

Source: Media reports (May 2026) Author: Qahwa World – Dubai Date: May 24, 2026 The café run by AI just ordered 3,000 pairs of gloves Executive Summary An experimental café in Stockholm is managed by “Mona,” an AI agent powered by Google’s Gemini model. The AI ordered 3,000 nitrile gloves, 6,000 napkins, 4 first-aid kits,

Author: Coffee World Source: Sucafina 2025 Sustainability Report Date: May 2026 Executive Summary: Sucafina achieved 43% of its sales as responsibly sourced or traceable to farm level in 2025. The company invested $7.42 million in training and community support projects. Coffee was sourced from 214,313 certified farmers worldwide. Sucafina monitored 437,602 plots across 18 countries

Author: Qahwa World Source: Business Insider Date: May 20, 2026 Executive Summary: Chinese brands are moving from being global manufacturers to competing directly for consumers in the US, Europe, and beyond. Luckin Coffee is testing markets long dominated by Starbucks, including New York, with app based ordering and limited edition drinks. Fashion labels Urban Revivo

Author: Ali Alzakary – Dubai. This article discusses the GCP public consultation Coffee SR Code 2026 and its relevance for stakeholders. Event: GCP webinar, 19 May 2026 Source: Global Coffee Platform (GCP) public consultation launch materials and webinar Stakeholders across the coffee value chain invited to review proposed updates and provide feedback by 19 June

Author: Qahwa World Source: Global Coffee Platform (GCP) official documentation Date: May 19, 2026This article offers a GCP sustainability review based on the most recent official documentation. Executive Summary: The Global Coffee Platform (GCP) has initiated a five year review of its Coffee Sustainability Reference Code and Equivalence Mechanism in 2026. The Equivalence Mechanism assesses

Author: Coffee World Source: El.kz Date: May 17, 2026 Executive Summary: Coffee consumption in Kazakhstan rose by approximately 24 percent over the past year. In the capital Astana, sales increased by 31 percent, while Almaty recorded a 16 percent rise. The most coffee-consuming age group is between 18 and 40 years old. Cappuccino and latte

Author: Qahwa World Source: Industry reports and TASS news agency Date: May 17, 2026 Executive Summary: Economist Svetlana Ilyashenko announces that Russia has completely transformed from a tea country to a coffee country. The turning point was 2016, when coffee imports exceeded tea imports for the first time in history by 4 percent. Russian per

Kenya – Ali Azakary | Qahwa World On May 4, the European Commission published its “simplification” package for the Deforestation Regulation. Some saw it as genuine relief. Others called it cosmetic. Qahwa World continues its interview series with industry experts. After Dr. Steffen Schwarz from Germany, Kim Thompson from Dubai, and Burke Campbell from Honduras,

Qahwa World – Dubai | May 15, 2026 | 4 min read Dr. Jennifer “Vern” Long, CEO of World Coffee Research, said in two simultaneous messages – one in the organization’s annual report and another in an Instagram video – that “the best coffee in the world hasn’t been grown yet. It’s coming soon.” She

By Ali Al Zakry · Investigative Journalism · May 11, 2026. In this report, we explore EUDR simplification and feature coffee industry voices on the topic. Soluble coffee is in, leather out, geolocation stays, but is the global coffee chain ready for 30 December 2026? Six experts from four continents give their verdict. On 4

By Serkan Oral – Qahwa World Coffex Istanbul 2026, which runs from May 8 to 10, 2026 at the Istanbul Lütfi Kırdar International Convention and Exhibition Centre (ICEC) , transforms the coffee industry into a meeting point for professionals and enthusiasts alike with its multi‑layered structure extending from production to experience. As Turkey’s first and only coffee fair, the

An interview with Michael Trung,  Authorized SCA Trainer, coffee consultant, and founder of iO Coffee Dubai – Ali Alzakary Most coffee conversations start with a tasting note: chocolate, jasmine, dried fruit. But what if we started instead with a shipping container stuck at customs? Or a farmer watching months of work split open in a

Dubai – Ali Alzakary For three decades, Professor Chahan Yeretzian has been one of the most respected voices in coffee science. As Emeritus Professor of Analytical Chemistry and head of the ZHAW Coffee Excellence Centre at the Zurich University of Applied Science (ZHAW) in Switzerland, he has witnessed every major shift in how we understand,

Dubai – Qahwa World Applications have officially opened for Youth Academy Middle East 2026, a regional initiative aimed at developing the next generation of coffee professionals across the UAE. The program, launching today (April 29), offers young individuals an opportunity to access structured training, mentorship, and industry connections through a fully funded scholarship. Youth Academy

Dubai – Qahwa World At a time when the global coffee sector stands at a historic crossroads, the journal Frontiers in Plant Science has published one of the most significant research papers of the last decade. It is not merely an academic study but a “rescue document” for the future of coffee. The paper, led

Dubai — Qahwa World The first Coffee Break forum, held yesterday in Dubai, brought together senior leaders from the coffee, hospitality, logistics, media, and investment sectors to discuss the growing structural pressures facing the global coffee industry. Organized by Mokha 1450 in partnership with Modora, the event went beyond discussion, offering a detailed real-time reading

From Makkah to the Desert Majlis Hospitality Traditions and Heritage Flavors in a Special Report by Sayidaty Dubai – Qahwa World Sayidaty magazine published a special report highlighting Saudi coffee as one of the most prominent symbols of hospitality and generosity in the Kingdom. The report emphasizes its role as a cultural element that reflects

Dubai – Qahwa World This analysis is based on reporting first published by Dialogue Earth and written by Kevin Damasio. It has been adapted and republished by Qahwa World. In the hills of Minas Gerais, where much of the world’s Arabica coffee is grown, a quiet transformation is underway. What was once a cycle of

San Diego – Qahwa World The Coffee Quality Institute (CQI) today announced the reactivation of its groundbreaking volunteer program, Coffee Corps, and issued its first new call for volunteers. CQI Coffee Corps is a peer-to-peer education program that enlists experienced coffee professionals as volunteers to help producers build capacity in topics related to coffee quality

By: Dr. Steffen Schwarz, Coffee Consulate The future of circular coffee will not be determined by innovation alone, but by whether standards, policies and institutions recognise what coffee is becoming before the market moves on. For many years, the coffee industry focused on taste, trade and technology, while policy was mostly background noise through customs,

Dubai – Qahwa World A cup of coffee for less than one euro is no longer a rare promotion. It is becoming a daily reality in some of Europe’s busiest cities, and it is starting to change how people think about their coffee. Step off a crowded morning train in Berlin or London and the

Dubai – Qahwa World The global coffee industry continues to evolve at a striking pace, shaped by a mix of record-breaking achievements, scientific discoveries, corporate expansion, and structural challenges. Recent developments from different parts of the world offer a revealing snapshot of where coffee stands today—and where it may be heading. A defining moment came

Brussels – Qahwa World EFICO GROUP has officially published its 2025 Communication on Progress (CoP), reaffirming its commitment to the ten principles of the United Nations Global Compact. The report highlights how the company integrates human rights, labour standards, environmental responsibility, and anti-corruption practices into operations, partnerships, and decision-making across the global coffee value chain.

Dubai – Ali Alzakry It wasn’t a calculated career move or a boardroom decision.  For Samah Badr, the journey into the world of coffee began with a biological “finesse”—a heightened sensitivity to flavors that once exasperated her family.  As a child, she didn’t just eat or drink; she analyzed, scrutinized, and questioned every note on

Dubai – Qahwa World In recent years, Brazil has reaffirmed its position as the world’s largest coffee producer and a growing hub of innovation within the specialty coffee sector. In this evolving landscape, a new generation of Brazilian‑born brands is emerging, shifting coffee’s image from a bulk commodity to a crafted experience. Among them, Gostoso Coffee is

Dubai – Qahwa World A fourth-generation Brazilian coffee farmer is aiming to redefine the upper limits of specialty coffee pricing, with plans to sell one of the world’s rarest varieties—eugenioides—for nearly $20,000 per bag, roughly 50 times the price of conventional arabica beans. Luiz Paulo Dias Pereira Filho is expanding production of Coffea eugenioides, a

From 1918 to the Global Market—The Journey of a Legendary Coffee Dynasty Dubai – Ali Alzakary In the world of commodities, there are brands that sell “products”, and then there are rare entities that sell “history” distilled in a cup. To step into the world of “Al-Hamdani Mocha” is not merely to enter a commercial

Dubai – Qahwa World Coffee growers across Costa Rica are facing mounting financial pressure as two powerful forces converge: a sharply stronger national currency and declining global coffee prices. Industry leaders warn that the combination could significantly reduce farm income in the coming harvest and deepen the economic strain on rural coffee communities. For a