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‎وَمَا تَوْفِيقِي إِلَّا بِاللَّهِ عَلَيْهِ تَوَكَّلْتُ وَإِلَيْهِ أُنِيبُ
Coffee Visionary & Sommelier
Founder: @theespressolab 🇦🇪 @fincarasha 🇵🇦

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What a beautiful way to begin our World of Coffee Panama 2026 journey.

From the thoughtful preparations of our team to every brew shared, every cup tasted and every conversation exchanged, Day 1 has been filled with meaningful moments that remind us why we love this craft and the remarkable community that surrounds it.

Every sip.
Every smile.
Every encounter.

Moments that will remain with us long beyond the exhibition floor.

As we look ahead to Day 2 and Day 3, we do so with renewed energy and heartfelt appreciation, looking forward to welcoming friends, producers, coffee professionals and coffee enthusiasts from around the world to The Espresso Lab Booth, where exceptional coffees and meaningful conversations continue to bring our community together.

The conversations continue.
The craft and the journey continue in the land of exceptional coffees and remarkable stories @worldofcoffeepanama .

📍 Booth No. 1445
📍 Panama Convention Center, Panama City
🗓️ 23–25 October 2026

See you on Day 2, In Sha Allah.

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#TheBaristaDance #سفراء_القهوة_الإماراتية #TheEspressoLab #EmiratiGahwa #SpecialtyCoffee #WOCPanama2026

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I Challenge You !!!!
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#budhaskafferosteri
#laplandcoffeemafia
#wocpanama2026
#1zpresso
#kopi

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Behind the bar at @theespressolab! ☕️

@janson.kai stepped over to The Espresso Lab booth as a special guest to brew our fresh Panama Geisha for Day 1 of #WOCPanama2026! 🙌

If you missed the session, don’t worry! You can still come visit us directly at the Janson Coffee booth (Producer’s Village, Booth 1404). 🇵🇦

See you at @worldofcoffeepanama for the rest of the weekend! ☕️

#JansonCoffee #TheEspressoLab #PanamaGeisha #SpecialtyCoffee

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قهوة تحبها، وأجواء تجعلك ترغب في البقاء. ☕
قد تبدأ زيارتك إلى ذا إسبريسو لاب بفنجان قهوة صباحي، أو اجتماع عمل، أو لقاء مع الأصدقاء. وربما ترغب فقط في بعض الهدوء بعيداً عن انشغالات يومك.
مهما كان سبب زيارتك، ستجد في ذا إسبريسو لاب الأجواء التي تحبها، والقهوة التي تستحق أن تخصص لها وقتاً.
ذا إسبريسو لاب في ثرا.. مكان يستحق أن تعود إليه. 🤍

Good coffee, good company, and a place for every kind of day. ☕
Some days, it’s your spot to get work done. Others, it’s where you catch up with friends, take a break, or simply enjoy a little time to yourself.
At The Espresso Lab, there’s no need to rush. Stay for another coffee, another conversation, or just a little longer.
Your favourite coffee spot, right here at Thara. 🤍

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‎”المبادئ هي التي تجعل الإنسان إنساناً”
“Principles are what make us truly human”
— His Highness Shaikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum

Some words transcend the moment in which they are written. They become a source of reflection, quietly shaping perspectives, guiding actions and inspiring generations.

Within Lessons from Life: Part II - The Letters, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum shares reflections rooted in purpose, character and principle, values that continue to leave a lasting impact far beyond the page.

At The Espresso Lab, we believe that craftsmanship is ultimately guided by principles, for it is our values that shape the way we pursue excellence, honour our relationships and serve our community every day.

The most enduring lessons are often those that reveal their meaning over time, accompanying us throughout our journeys and reminding us that true achievement is not measured solely by what we accomplish but by the principles we choose to uphold.

It is both an honour and a privilege for The Espresso Lab to take part in celebrating the release of this remarkable work, a collection of reflections that continues to inspire thoughtful leadership, meaningful action and a deeper appreciation for the values that unite us.

With gratitude, admiration and deep respect.
_ The Espresso Lab 🇦🇪

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FM Grinder, where precision finds its purpose in craftsmanship.

At The Espresso Lab, we have always believed that exceptional coffee is the result of countless intentional choices.

From the producers who dedicate themselves to the land, to the pursuit of excellence that guides every stage of the journey, each detail contributes to an experience that lingers long beyond the final sip.

It is a philosophy deeply shared by both @TheEspressoLab and @fm.grinder.

A shared appreciation for refinement.
A deep respect for precision.
And a belief that true innovation should honour the craft with quiet purpose and humility.

Described as a sewing machine for coffee, FM Grinder embodies this philosophy beautifully.
Thoughtfully engineered, remarkably precise and quietly dependable, it exists simply to support the countless details that shape every cup.

Every coffee tells a different story.
Every origin carries a distinct character.
To honour that individuality requires more than technique. It requires tools that respect the coffee as deeply as the people behind it.

Today, FM Grinders have become part of the daily rhythm across every The Espresso Lab location: from our Roastery, Nad Al Sheba, Dubai Design District, THARA, The Arcades to Qasr Al Hosn, quietly unfolding the fullest expression of every coffee we serve.

Because, at The Espresso Lab, perfection is never achieved by chance.

FM Grinder. Thoughtfully engineered. Purposefully refined. Quietly accompanying our pursuit of excellence.

Visit us at @TheEspressoLab for the refined sensory experience.

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#TheBaristaDance #سفراء_القهوة_الإماراتية #TheEspressoLab #EmiratiGahwa #SpecialtyCoffee #FMGrinder

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The Espresso Lab team is preparing a truly exceptional experience for @worldofcoffeepanama.

From the hands of remarkable producers. Curated by The Espresso Lab. Shared in Panama.

As the global coffee community gathers for World of Coffee Panama 2026, we would like to warmly invite you to join us for a series of thoughtfully curated experiences celebrating the people, stories and craftsmanship behind some of the world’s most exceptional coffees.

Over two days, The Espresso Lab’s Brew Bar will bring together our respected producers, world champions, industry leaders and coffee professionals whose journeys continue to shape and inspire specialty coffee across the world.

Experience Exceptional Craftsmanship, Shared Through the Hands of Our Special Guests

Day 1 | 23 October 2026
with Noemi & Sophia @longboard_coffee, @janson.kai from @jansoncoffee, @nasjaafar, @wlamastus and @wilfordl from @lamastusfamilyestates

Day 2 | 24 October 2026
with Ana Garcia from @panamawoodlandscoffee, @rachlpeterson from @haciendalaesmeralda and @benjaminput

Day 3 | 25 October 2026
with @kaka.doodles from @mt.totumas.coffee and @franzzeimetz from @lostorigincoffee

Brewing the exceptional coffees from Finca Jurutungo @pochogallardo, @lostorigincoffee, @panamawoodlandscoffee, @chevas_coffee_ltd, @santos.cafe, @lamastusfamilyestates, @mt.totumas.coffee, @jansoncoffee, @fincasophia, @haciendalaesmeralda, @longboard_coffee, @fincalanegrita, @inmaculadacoffeefarms, and @testispecialtycoffee.

Discover our exceptional coffees through our daily cupping experience everyday.

Cupping Set 1 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Cupping Set 2 | 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Furthermore, we would like to invite you to come over and taste an exclusive cupping and brewing experience with Mariana Iturralde Costa and Benjamin Put, featuring the exceptional craft from Finca Takesi, Bolivia, @takesi.bo, brought all the way to Panama.

Soon, gathering in the land of exceptional coffees and remarkable stories.

🗓️ 23–25 October 2026
📍 Panama Convention Center, Panama City
📌 Booth No. 1445

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For us at The Espresso Lab, Panama has long been a source of inspiration throughout our journey.

Not only for the extraordinary coffees it has gifted the world, but for the spirit that shapes them.

As the world gathers for World of Coffee Panama 2026, we look forward to returning to a land defined by remarkable terroir, visionary producers and an unwavering pursuit of excellence. A place where we will reconnect with the people who have inspired our journey, embrace cherished friends and our beloved producers, celebrate long-standing relationships, and gather with a global coffee community united by a shared passion for the craft and an unwavering pursuit of excellence.

As Panama draws closer, we look forward to unveiling the exceptional coffees, meaningful encounters and experiences that will emerge from this remarkable gathering.

From the United Arab Emirates 🇦🇪 to Panama 🇵🇦, we look forward to sharing the exceptional coffee that represent our craft, our philosophy and our journey with the global coffee community.

🗓️ 23–25 October 2026
📍 Panama Convention Center, Panama City
📌 Booth No : 1445

See you in Panama very soon, In Sha Allah.

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World of Coffee Panamá, October 23 to 25 🇵🇦
Booth 1237, Panama Convention Center.

Three days of guest baristas brewing Esmeralda Geisha from Boquete, filter and espresso, from 11:00 each day. Full schedule in the slides.

On Friday, October 23, Rachel Peterson speaks at the Panama Geisha Symposium: From Specialty to Luxury, How Geisha Redefined the Value of Coffee. 16:05, Salones Pacífico 3-5.

Find our flower at Booth 1237.

#worldofcoffeepanama

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Lamastus Family Estates: First Light auction Cupping 🇵🇦☕️🌅

The day after ziplining, we were invited to a truly extraordinary session: the private auction cupping by my friend @wlamastus at @lamastusfamilyestates.

It was an absolute privilege to join this cupping alongside coffee friends who traveled in from all corners of the world and stayed after BoP. 🫂🌏

Our day began with a four wheel drive tour across the farm, reaching up to the iconic Torre at 1,800 meters above sea level and tasting the fresh local tree tomatoes growing along the way. 🛻🌲🍅

Back at the cupping lab, Wilford and the Lamastus team introduced the visionary theme behind this year’s private auction: “First Light, Before The World Wakes”. The entire auction was about the different hours of the day, reflecting changing moments and cup profiles. It is easily one of the most innovative and poetic concepts I have ever seen for a private coffee auction. 🌅✨

We cupped three tables, each one surpassing the last. The precision in processing, the clarity in every Geisha lot, and the pure expression of terroir were breathtaking. 🏆☕️

After the cupping, we all gathered for a wonderful lunch, sharing impressions and laughing together about an unforgettable week in Boquete.

A heartfelt thank you to Wilford and the entire Lamastus family for this generous invitation, your hospitality, and your relentless pursuit of excellence in Panamanian coffee. 🫂🇵🇦✨

📍 Elida Estate, Boquete, Chiriquí, Panama

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A quiet sense of royalty expressed through refreshing coffee experience : R.S.M.

The experience begins with a silky white crest, creating a moment of softness and indulgence before giving way to the vibrant elegance that lies beneath.

With each sip, delicate florals, gentle sweetness and refined clarity gradually unfold, revealing the distinctive character of Ethiopia Harusuke in a way that is both refreshing and beautifully composed.

Light yet luxurious. Refined yet expressive.

An experience crafted to linger long after the final sip, leaving behind a lasting impression of grace, balance and quiet sophistication.

Discover R.S.M. at The Espresso Lab.

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Like the final light of day meeting the ever-moving sea, Cerise evokes the beauty of a moment that can never be repeated. Its name and artwork capture a sense of movement, freedom, and the quiet harmony between nature and those who move with it.

We are delighted that Cerise has found its way to The Espresso Lab and Cherry House in Dubai. We look forward to seeing how these two teams bring their own perspectives to this expression.

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