The much-anticipated UAE AeroPress Championship will return this August, marking its eighth edition with an unprecedented turnout of over 400 participants. This year’s competition promises to be the biggest and most exciting event on the UAE coffee scene, offering a unique platform for baristas and coffee lovers to showcase their coffee brewing prowess.
The winner of the national championship will have the honour of representing the UAE at the World Aeropress Championship Finals in Lisbon, Portugal in September 2024.
The championship will be held for the fifth consecutive year at the DMCC Coffee Centre in collaboration with the DMCC Gaming Centre. Saeed Al Suwaidi, Director of Agricultural Products at DMCC, said: “We are delighted to once again host the UAE AeroPress Championship in 2024 at DMCC Coffee Centre. The event will showcase the outstanding talent of the coffee community and highlight Dubai’s prominence as a global hub for specialty coffee. We are committed to pushing the boundaries of innovation and excellence.”
“Based on feedback from past participants who faced space limitations, this year we hope to accommodate nearly everyone who wants to participate and set a new world record,” Mocha 1450 CEO and event organizer Garfield Carr said in a statement.
The competition kicks off with two regional championships on 1st and 2nd August, culminating in the national championship on 3rd August at DMCC Almas Conference Centre, Almas Tower, Jumeirah Lakes Towers, Dubai. This year’s theme is “Pushing the Limits”, highlighting how pressure creates diamonds, great coffee and champions. The event will feature unique activations by DMCC Game Centre, making it one of the most exciting industry events of the year.
Coffee lovers and supporters can watch and cheer on the UAE’s best baristas and coffee enthusiasts as they compete for a spot on the world stage at the 2024 World AeroPress Championships, taking place from 19-21 September in Lisbon, Portugal.
Event highlights and invitations:
Attendees will have the opportunity to experience first-hand the UAE’s burgeoning specialty coffee community and taste the finest specialty coffees from renowned local brands. In addition, attendees will have the chance to win exclusive AeroPress merchandise and other attractive prizes. This event is a must-attend for coffee lovers, supporters of local cafes and baristas, amateur competitors and anyone wanting to experience a vibrant and inclusive coffee event. Best of all, admission is free.
Event Date and Time:
The 2024 Northern Emirates Regional Aeropress Championship will be held at DMCC Al Mas Conference Centre on August 1st at 1pm. Participants from Ras Al Khaimah, Umm Al Quwain, Ajman and Fujairah will compete. The 2024 Southern Emirates Regional Aeropress Championship will be held at DMCC Al Mas Conference Centre on August 2nd at 1pm. Participants from Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Sharjah will compete. The 2024 National Aeropress Championship will be held at DMCC Al Mas Conference Centre on August 3rd at 6pm. A total of 21 competitors will compete, including the top three from each emirate, three Golden Ticket winners and three Best Volunteer Participants.
About the Contest:
The World AeroPress Championship has grown into the largest coffee competition in the world and a significant community and cultural phenomenon. The competition takes place in over 120 regional and national events in over 60 countries, with finals held in prestigious locations such as the US, UK, South Korea, Australia and Canada.
The main objective of the competition is to provide a platform for baristas and coffee lovers to hone their skills, showcase their talent in a relaxed environment and promote the spirit and quality of speciality coffee, as well as to educate the public on the intricacies of coffee preparation and the journey from farm to cup, and to deepen their understanding of the diversity and innovation in the industry.
All competitors will use the same coffee provided by official sponsors, creating a true test of skill to determine the best barista.
What is Aeropress?
The AeroPress is an affordable coffee brewing device that uses both extraction and pressure to extract flavor from coffee beans. Its versatility allows baristas to experiment with different brewing methods, each producing a unique flavor profile. This flexibility inspired coffee expert Tim Williams to organize the first AeroPress Championship in 2008.