The global culinary scene is highly competitive, making it a proud moment when a homegrown concept finds international success. As a beloved British coffee brand continues its impressive journey, Black Sheep Coffee has officially opened a brand new location in the United Arab Emirates. Situated in the heart of Business Bay in Dubai, this latest venue at Peninsula 3 brings a distinct taste of the United Kingdom to one of the most dynamic districts in the Middle East.
Founded in London in two thousand and thirteen by Eirik Holth and Gabriel Shohet, the company set out to challenge average industry standards. For this British coffee brand, the new Dubai location represents a significant milestone in a much wider Middle Eastern expansion. While the company now boasts over one hundred global locations, each new space is carefully designed to maintain the welcoming feel of a local neighbourhood shop. The Business Bay venue is perfectly tailored to the rhythm of local residents and busy professionals, offering a familiar comfort far from home.
What makes this British coffee brand stand out on the global stage is its uncompromising approach to the beans themselves. Moving away from the traditional Arabica focus, the founders built their reputation on sourcing one hundred percent specialty Robusta beans from premium global origins. This results in a bolder flavour profile and naturally higher caffeine content. Alongside their signature brews, visitors can enjoy premium ceremonial grade matcha, fresh salads, and the deeply loved Norwegian waffles that fans of the company already know so well.
“We are not here to blend in. We are here to set the standard. Business Bay is full of people who demand more from their day, more from their work, and more from their coffee, which is exactly our crowd. We chose this location because it matches our energy: ambitious, fast moving, and completely uncompromising. Black Sheep Coffee has always been for the ones who do things differently, and this city has no shortage of those.”
Ismail Al Farran Regional Franchisee Owner
Showcasing UK Excellence Abroad
The ongoing success of this British coffee brand highlights a strong international appetite for authentic and rebellious culinary concepts. With further expansion planned across neighbouring countries such as Saudi Arabia and Oman, it is genuinely inspiring to see a local UK export thriving shoulder to shoulder with the biggest names in the global market.