Sage sweetens the deal at The Home Barista Show

The Home Barista Show was already offering a lot to get excited about. A Sage Barista Touch Impress espresso machine, valued at AED 5,299, up for grabs. Flash giveaways from brands like Noon, DaVinci Gourmet, Subko, Cafe Rider and Brewing Gadgets. A tote bag filled with sponsor goodies. And the chance to meet almost every UAE national coffee champion in one place.

Now Sage has gone one better.

In addition to the espresso machine, they will also give away a Baratza Forté BG — one of the most respected brew grinders in the specialty coffee world. It retails for AED 3,700 and is a favourite of coffee professionals across the globe.

If you’re wondering why the Forté BG is such a big deal, here’s why.

Built for serious brewing

The Forté BG is a commercial-grade brew grinder with flat steel burrs and precision you can actually feel. The 54mm steel burrs are milled in Europe and deliver exceptional clarity in the cup. Whether you’re brewing a light roast Ethiopian or an experimental anaerobic Colombian, the Forté BG is designed to extract the best your beans have to offer.

It features both macro and micro grind adjustment – including 26 micro steps for each macro setting – allowing home brewers to make fine-tuned changes with each brew. That means pinpoint grind consistency is no longer something you can only dream about. It’s achievable, and repeatable, with just a few clicks.

Engineered for control

The Forté BG doesn’t just grind well. It grinds smart. You can program up to three different brew recipes into the touchscreen interface, with time-based dosing accurate to a tenth of a second. That means you get consistent results every single time, whether you’re brewing a single cup or a batch for friends.

The grinder is built with a small footprint but a lot of strength. It comes pre-calibrated from the factory, but includes a calibration tool in case you want to adjust the burr range to your own brew style. The sturdy metal construction means it’s quieter than most grinders in its class, and is made to last for years.

There are other smart touches, too. A shut-off hopper makes it easy to switch beans without spilling a single gram. A 300g bean hopper and 120g grounds bin mean you’re well-equipped for home or small batch brewing.

Giveaways worth more than the ticket

When you put it all together, it’s a compelling offer. The Forté BG. The Barista Touch Impress. And a day packed with experiences, demos, tastings and giveaways.

DaVinci Gourmet is giving away surprise items. Subko is giving away specialty chocolate and coffee from South Asia’s most progressive craft producers. Noon is giving away vouchers to all ticket holders. Cafe Rider is brewing their most popular coffees and catering food all afternoon, on the house. And Brewing Gadgets is giving away brewing gear to guests throughout the event.

Even if you don’t win, the value is obvious. Between the tote bag, the tastings, the expert talks, the flash giveaways and the networking, you’re getting far more than your money’s worth.

Tickets are limited. Get yours here.