Dubai:DMCC is set to host the tenth edition of the UAE AeroPress Championship from 12-14 November at Almas Tower in Jumeirah Lakes Towers. The event will see 252 competitors from across the seven emirates participating in one of the region's premier specialty coffee competitions.
According to Emirates News Agency, the championship is organized by Dubai-based specialty coffee company Mokha 1450 in collaboration with the World AeroPress Championships. The three-day event, themed 'United and Strong,' aims to celebrate the UAE's diverse and expanding coffee community and highlight the role of coffee in uniting people and cultures.
The UAE AeroPress Championship has become a significant event in the country's specialty coffee calendar, offering a platform for showcasing brewing excellence, professional growth, and engagement within the broader coffee industry. The tenth edition will feature participants from all seven emirates vying for the national title and a chance to represent the UAE at the World AeroPress Championship in Mexico City on 6 December 2026.
Ahmed Bin Sulayem, Executive Chairman and CEO of DMCC, emphasized the importance of coffee as a global commodity and DMCC's commitment to reinforcing the UAE's status as a leading coffee hub. Garfield Kerr, CEO of Mokha 1450, noted the UAE's strong standing in the coffee sector and the event's role in showcasing the unifying power of coffee.
The championship will include two regional competitions followed by a national final, featuring 36 competitors from each emirate. The top three from each will progress to the national final on 14 November, where 21 finalists will compete for the UAE championship title. The event is free and open to the public, with competitions starting at 6 pm each evening.
DMCC's Coffee Centre continues to support the growth of the coffee industry with integrated services, further establishing Dubai as a key global coffee trade gateway.