A proud new chapter has been written for Iraqi coffee.
Mohammed Kamal took part as a judge in the Dubai Brewing Cup Championship, where he judged the finals—a major moment not only in his own journey, but in the wider story of specialty coffee in Iraq.
His presence on that stage reflects years of work, consistency, and contribution to building a real coffee industry in Iraq. For many in the regional coffee community, judging the finals of a championship is a sign of trust, experience, and credibility. For Iraq, it is also a moment of representation.
Mohammed Kamal has been one of the key figures behind the development of modern coffee culture in Iraq. Through Colab, Jubran, and Kshta, he has helped shape different parts of the market and create stronger foundations for the industry.
With Colab, the focus has been on supporting the professional coffee sector through equipment, solutions, and industry development. Through Jubran, the work has extended into roasting, quality coffee experiences, and the growth of specialty coffee culture. With Kshta, coffee tools and brewing have become more accessible to a wider audience, helping grow both interest and knowledge among coffee professionals and home brewers alike.
Together, these efforts have gone far beyond building brands. They have helped build an ecosystem.
That is what makes this achievement stand out. Mohammed Kamal’s role in the Dubai Brewing Cup Championship finals is not just about being present at an important event. It reflects a larger story—one of Iraqi coffee gaining visibility, respect, and a place in the regional conversation.
For years, Iraq’s coffee scene has been growing through the work of people who believed it could become something bigger. This moment shows what that work can lead to. It shows that Iraqi professionals are not only participating in coffee at a local level, but are also being recognized on major platforms outside the country.
It is also a meaningful moment for the next generation of Iraqi baristas, roasters, brewers, and coffee entrepreneurs. Seeing an Iraqi judge on the finals stage of a major championship gives that progress a face. It turns ambition into something visible.
Mohammed Kamal’s journey has always been tied to building, not just for himself, but for the industry around him. From coffee education to equipment access, from roasting to retail, and from business development to community growth, his work through Colab, Jubran, and Kshta has helped move Iraqi coffee forward in a serious way.
His participation in judging the finals of the Dubai Brewing Cup Championship stands as a proud milestone for that journey—and for Iraq’s place in specialty coffee today.
