When the Home Barista Show launched, the goal was clear: give home brewers a stage in every Emirate. Not as a slogan but as a commitment. Because home brewers exist everywhere. And they deserve something made for them. The next step in that journey will take place in Sharjah. And the venue is Archers Coffee Roastery.
Sharjah’s growing role in specialty coffee
Sharjah has always had coffee, but in the past few years something has shifted. More cafés have opened. More roasters have started to experiment. More people are brewing at home with care and curiosity. Sharjah’s coffee community is asking sharper questions about origin, process, and method. That kind of attention is exactly what the Home Barista Show was created to support. Hosting the next edition in Sharjah acknowledges that this city is no longer on the sidelines. It is part of the story.
Why Archers is the right host
Archers Coffee Roastery is one of the most respected names in the UAE coffee world. They source directly from producers, roast with consistency, and compete at the highest level. Their coffees are served in top cafés across the region.
Their co-founders, Fred and Kemal, have played a central role in shaping the UAE’s specialty coffee landscape. They have judged competitions, spoken on international stages, and built a reputation for excellence rooted in transparency. But what matters most is not the recognition. It is their discipline. Their focus. Their willingness to do the work quietly and well. That is why having Archers host the Home Barista Show matters. It is not just about space. It is about alignment of values.
Learning from Dubai
The first Home Barista Show took place in Dubai earlier this year. It was small, simple, and intentional. Guests brewed alongside one another without gatekeeping. There were tastings, giveaways, and conversations that went deep into brewing. The event showed something clear: home brewers are not looking for spectacle. They are looking for a place to belong. That foundation now carries forward to Sharjah.
Sharjah will spotlight pourover brewing
Each edition of the show has a theme. For Sharjah, the focus will be on pourover. Pourover is honest. You can see every step. You can sense when something is right or wrong. It rewards patience and practice rather than perfection. That makes it the perfect centerpiece for this event. Attendees can expect tables dedicated to every detail of pourover: drippers, kettles, filters, pouring techniques. It will be hands-on and focused.
Sponsors already on board
Sponsors bring credibility and depth to the show. For Sharjah, several respected names are already confirmed. Comandante, Acaia, UFO Dripper, Mirzam, Brewista and Brewing Gadgets are standing behind the event. Each is more than a logo. Each represents a set of values that aligns with what the Home Barista Show stands for. More partners will be announced, but this foundation already gives the event weight.
What this moment means
The Home Barista Show is not built on hype. It is built on people. It is built on the belief that home brewers matter and that their choices shape the future of coffee. Hosting the next edition at Archers in Sharjah is a step forward in that mission. It ties the event to one of the most respected roasters in the region and places Sharjah firmly in the spotlight. This show will not just happen in Sharjah. It will belong to Sharjah.
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