Your usual latte order does not have to be your only coffee routine. Dubai’s cafe scene is serving up creative flavours beyond classic vanilla, caramel, and mocha, with everything from pistachio and hojicha to ube, dates, and yuzu finding their way into cups. These unexpected combinations bring new textures, aromas and flavours to your caffeine fix, making your next cafe run a little more exciting. Here are eight coffee flavours to try when you are ready to switch things up.
Coffee Flavours In Dubai
1. Pistachio Coffee
Pistachio coffee adds a nutty, creamy twist to your usual cup, blending coffee’s richness with the delicate flavour of pistachios. Its popularity has grown even more with the rise of Dubai chocolate, which put the pistachio-and-chocolate combination firmly in the spotlight. Often served as a latte with pistachio cream or syrup, it delivers a smooth, slightly sweet and indulgent sip. Order it hot or iced for a delicious way to move beyond your regular coffee routine.
Where in Dubai: Maria’s Heavenly Treats and Mez Cafe
2. Hojicha Coffee
Move over, matcha, as hojicha coffee, the roasted, nutty sip, makes its way onto more cafe menus. It combines the boldness of espresso with the mellow, toasted flavour of Japanese hojicha tea, creating a surprisingly smooth pairing. Unlike matcha, hojicha has a naturally roasted profile with less bitterness, while milk adds a creamy finish to the blend. Try it as an iced latte for a refreshing twist when you need a change from your usual coffee order.
Where in Dubai: Bakerist UAE and The Matcha Tokyo
3. Tiramisu Coffee
Love tiramisu? Then this coffee order is basically dessert in a cup. Tiramisu coffee combines espresso with creamy milk, cocoa and the familiar flavours of mascarpone and vanilla for a rich, indulgent sip. Some versions are finished with a dusting of cocoa or a layer of cream to recreate the classic Italian dessert. It is a fun pick when you want your caffeine fix to feel a little more decadent.
Where in Dubai: Sla Cafe and Coffee Matters
4. Ube Coffee
Give your coffee order a purple makeover with ube, the vibrant Filipino purple yam known for its naturally sweet, earthy flavour. Ube coffee pairs espresso with creamy ube syrup or purée, creating a smooth drink with subtle vanilla-like notes and a striking colour. It works particularly well in iced lattes, where the sweetness balances the coffee’s boldness. For a fun twist on your usual brew, this colourful combination is hard to overlook.
Where in Dubai: Peet’s Coffee and Artisan Bakers
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5. Toasted Marshmallow Coffee
Turn your coffee break into a fireside treat with toasted marshmallow coffee, a sweet twist packed with cosy flavours. It blends espresso with creamy milk and toasted marshmallow syrup, bringing hints of caramel and vanilla to every sip. Some versions come topped with whipped cream or a toasted marshmallow for an extra indulgent finish. Order it hot for a comforting cup or iced for a sweeter spin on your everyday brew.
Where in Dubai: Namelaka restaurant
6. Date Coffee
Sweeten your coffee naturally with dates, a Middle Eastern favourite that adds a rich caramel-like flavour to your cup. Date coffee pairs espresso with date syrup, purée or even blended dates, creating a smooth drink with subtle fruity and toffee-like notes. The flavour works beautifully with creamy milk and can be finished with a sprinkle of cinnamon or cardamom for an extra aromatic touch.
Where in Dubai: Cantata Tea & Coffee Shop and Bateel’s
7. Chai Latte
Can’t choose between your coffee fix and a comforting cup of chai? A chai latte blends warming spices such as cinnamon, cardamom and ginger with steamed milk for a creamy, aromatic drink that is perfect for switching up your usual order. Add a shot of espresso for a dirty chai, bringing together the boldness of coffee with the spiced sweetness of chai. Enjoy it hot for a cosy sip or over ice when you want something cool and refreshing.
Where in Dubai: Cha Cha Chai and Chai And Co
8. Yuzu Coffee
Give your coffee a citrusy twist with yuzu, the Japanese fruit known for its bright, fragrant flavour. Yuzu coffee combines espresso with yuzu syrup or juice, creating an intriguing balance of bold coffee, tangy citrus and subtle sweetness. It is especially refreshing over ice, with the vibrant citrus cutting through the brew’s richness. Try this unexpected combination when you want your usual caffeine fix with a zesty new edge.
Where in Dubai: Drinkit Coffee and Puzzle Coffee Dubai
Swap your usual coffee order and explore these exciting flavours brewing across Dubai’s creative coffee scene.
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FAQs
Is hojicha coffee the same as matcha coffee?
No. Hojicha is roasted green tea with a nutty, toasted flavour, while matcha has a more grassy and earthy taste.
What is a dirty chai?
A dirty chai is a chai latte with a shot of espresso added for a coffee-meets-spice combination.
