International Coffee Day in Dubai: New brews, free tastings and caffeine-fuelled deals across the city

As International Coffee Day is upon us on October 1, Dubai is buzzing with excitement for new brews, free tastings, and caffeine-fueled deals across the city. This special occasion means visitors can look forward to trying out new coffee offerings, discovering unique flavors, and enjoying special promotions. To start off, V60 coffees will be added to the menu on October 1, featuring two enticing options: a Colombian coffee grown at 1,700–1,800 meters and an anaerobic washed Burundi, both priced at Dh30, as well as a Burundi coffee grown at 1,600–1,800 meters and anaerobic naturally processed, available for Dh50.

If you're seeking a new favorite, head over to Hillhouse Brasserie, The Duck Hook, The Bolt Hole, Trattoria, or The Noodle House until October 7. There, you can enjoy a variety of creative cocktails such as Terry's Orange Chocolate Martini, JD & Coffee, Gingerbread Martini, The Coffee-Nut, Popcorn Coffee, and Classic Espresso Martini, all available at a reasonable price of Dh35 for one, Dh95 for two, or Dh150 for five.

For an exclusive experience, visit Kairos Coffee Assembly where you can savor V60 pourover tastings conducted by head barista 'Groove.' These tastings offer three distinct variants: Colombia, grown high in Huila at 1,750 meters and naturally fermented, Ethiopia from Guji Hambela grown above 1,950 meters, and Kenya from Miiri, naturally sun-dried for added flavor.

To complement the coffee tasting, try the Coffee Caramel Brownie, a delicious dessert featuring a rich coffee caramel layer between chocolate sheets. Enjoy it with a single-origin, 100% Arabica coffee from the Guji region of southern Ethiopia, known as Cortado or Americano, available every day from 3 pm to 7 pm for Dh64.