To be honest, we don’t want to scare you, but due to global shortages, coffee prices in the UAE could climb by up to 20%. This year, the average price of an Arabica bean has nearly doubled to $1.80 per kilo. Furthermore, coffee farmers have had to contend with growing shipping costs. All of this means that the UAE’s coffee lovers will bear the brunt of the increasing costs. In fact, Alan Hardman, sales and marketing director for Dubai-based Coffee Planet, told The National that he is confident that the end customer will see a 10% to 20% increase in the next six months.
Caffeine Prices May Continue To Rising In The Coming Years
He’s a man in the know, considering his company roasts the equivalent of 25 million cups of coffee per month. However, the bad news does not end there. He also believes that the rise will continue for at least the next couple of years. There are also fears that the price could rise to $4 a pound next year. Unfortunately, this will be passed on to the consumer.
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Alternative Beans, Like Robusta, Are Now Being Sought By Producers
Around 60% of all coffee in the world is made from Arabica beans. It also creates excellent speciality brews. However, as a result of the global shortage, some producers are considering experimenting with different beans, including the Robusta. It’s a lot less expensive, and it’s utilised in instant coffee. However, it has a more bitter flavour.
So, in the UAE, you can be presented with some difficult coffee choices. Pay more for a good cup of coffee or settle for something less expensive but with a bitter aftertaste?
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