I started The Home Barista Show to give home brewers a stage. Specialty coffee events have long focused on professionals. They showcase roasters, café owners, and baristas who live behind commercial machines. But the fastest growing part of coffee culture today is at home. More people are investing in grinders, drippers, and scales. They are timing every pour, logging recipes, and chasing better flavors on their own kitchen counters. The Home Barista Show exists to give them recognition, education, and community.
What happened at the first Home Barista Show in Dubai
The first edition in Dubai proved how much home brewers matter. Eighty tickets sold out. Guests brewed side by side, tested new gear, and spoke directly with experts. For many, it was the first time they could try equipment they had only seen online. More than the tools, it was the sense of belonging that stood out. The Dubai event made it clear that home brewers are not hobbyists on the margins. They are central to the future of specialty coffee.
The next event in Sharjah will focus on pourover
The second edition of The Home Barista Show will take place in Sharjah, hosted at Archers Coffee Roastery. This event will focus entirely on pourover coffee. Pourover was chosen because it is both approachable and technical. It requires attention but not expensive machinery, which makes it ideal for beginners. At the same time, it rewards precision and experimentation, which keeps advanced brewers engaged. Every detail of pourover—grinders, kettles, drippers, filters—will be explored at the event.
Sponsors supporting The Home Barista Show
UFO Dripper
The UFO dripper is the official brewer of The Home Barista Show. It was selected for its unique design, which produces clean, consistent cups without demanding flawless technique. The UFO allows both new and experienced brewers to see how small changes in pouring style shape the final result.
Comandante
Comandante has become the global standard for hand grinders. Their precision burrs unlock clarity and sweetness in every cup. By sponsoring the show, Comandante reinforces the idea that home brewers deserve access to the same quality tools trusted by professionals worldwide.
Acaia
Acaia is known for building the most accurate coffee scales in the industry. Their scales are used by world champions and by curious beginners learning to brew at home. Acaia’s involvement highlights that measurement and awareness are at the heart of brewing better coffee.
Brewista
The Brewista Artisan Kettle is the official kettle of the event. With precise temperature control and an ergonomic gooseneck spout, it gives brewers confidence and repeatability. For pourover brewing, consistency is everything, and Brewista delivers that reliability.
Apax Lab
Apax Lab focuses on water, the most overlooked part of coffee brewing. Their mineral concentrates are trusted by top competitors and simple enough for anyone to use at home. By sponsoring the show, Apax Lab brings attention to how water shapes sweetness, acidity, and clarity.
Mirzam Chocolate
Mirzam is a bean to bar chocolate maker in Dubai. Their story mirrors specialty coffee: origin, fermentation, roasting, and craft. At the show, visitors will taste Mirzam chocolate paired with coffees, learning how processes overlap. Their involvement widens the conversation and deepens the experience of flavor.
Brewing Gadgets
Brewing Gadgets has supported the show from the start. With more than a decade of experience in coffee equipment, they bring expertise and credibility. Their sponsorship ensures that home brewers can access professional level tools with the same respect given to cafés.
Archers Coffee Roastery
Archers will host the Sharjah event. Known for sourcing with transparency and roasting with consistency, they represent the highest level of specialty coffee in the UAE. Having Archers as the host connects the show to a local community that values integrity and skill.
The new Home Barista Show website
The new website is the hub for everything related to the event. Visitors can subscribe for updates, buy tickets, and learn more about the sponsors. It is also where the 100 tickets for the Sharjah event will be released. Limiting attendance ensures the event remains intimate and focused, giving participants real time with experts and hands on experience with gear.
Frequently asked questions
What is The Home Barista Show?
It is a specialty coffee event designed for people who brew at home. It brings together tools, education, and community in a format built for home brewers.
Where is the next Home Barista Show?
The next event will take place in Sharjah at Archers Coffee Roastery.
What is the theme of the next event?
The next edition will focus on pourover brewing, featuring the UFO dripper and Brewista kettle as official tools.
How many tickets are available?
Only 100 tickets will be sold through the official website to keep the event small and interactive.
Who are the sponsors of The Home Barista Show?
Confirmed sponsors include UFO Dripper, Comandante, Acaia, Brewista, Apax Lab, Mirzam, Brewing Gadgets, and Archers Coffee Roastery.
How is The Home Barista Show different from other coffee festivals?
It is built for home brewers, not professionals. It avoids spectacle and focuses on tools, learning, and community.
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