Wonderful Copenhagen

Experience Copenhagen in a Whole New Way

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Why have we included Copenhagen in our coffee advent calendar this year?

This year we’ve chosen to focus a little less on coffee geekery and a little more on hygge.
But don’t worry—we’re still serving up 25 great and unique specialty coffee experiences.
And this year, every coffee comes with a story from Copenhagen.

We’ve chosen Copenhagen as the theme for this year’s Coffee Advent Calendar because we thought it would be hyggeligt to share our joy and excitement for our beautiful capital with you. We’ll take you on a “city walk” through Copenhagen, stopping at 24 unique landmarks, sharing fun anecdotes and little stories about interesting events throughout the city’s history.

This is our tribute to Copenhagen—our way of saying thanks for the special role the city has played in the rise of specialty coffee in Denmark, across Europe, and even the rest of the world. In the 2000s, Copenhagen was the epicenter of unique specialty coffee experiences, and today it remains one of the world’s leading cities for specialty coffee.

Read more about how Copenhagen became the epicenter of the rise of specialty coffee

Background: From Black Filter Coffee to Specialty Coffee

In Denmark – and especially in Copenhagen – coffee culture for many years was defined by filter coffee at home and espresso as something slightly exotic on café menus. But in the early 2000s, a wave of quality-conscious baristas and small roasteries began to change that picture. The focus shifted from dark-roasted coffee to lighter roasts that highlighted terroir, varietals, and origin – much like in the world of wine.

Background: From Black Filter Coffee to Specialty Coffee

Why Copenhagen?

Why Copenhagen?

A strong culture of quality and design: Danes have a long tradition of appreciating craftsmanship, taste, and aesthetics (just look at the food scene with Noma). That mindset naturally spilled over into coffee.

The Nordic flavor profile: Light-roasted coffee with bright, fruity acidity became almost a “Nordic signature.”

A strong community: Baristas, roasters, and cafés shared knowledge and inspired each other. Many international baristas also came to Copenhagen to learn.

Consumers kept up: Copenhageners quickly embraced the new coffee culture, and cafés could thrive by serving “nerdy coffee.”

The Result

Today, Copenhagen is firmly on the map as one of the world’s most important coffee cities – on par with Melbourne, Oslo, and Portland. When people talk about third wave coffee, Copenhagen is often mentioned as one of the places where the movement truly took off.

The city’s specialty coffee scene was born from a blend of skilled baristas, design and food culture, and bold cafés and roasters who dared to go against the grain with light roasts, transparency, and storytelling.

Martin Hildebrandt, Troels Poulsen, Jens Nørgaard, and Café Europa all played a key role in this story, closely tied to the international development of specialty coffee.

The Result

The Three Pioneers:

Martin Hildebrandt

Became Denmark’s first world champion in barista competitions, helping turn coffee craft into something serious in Copenhagen.
Inspired an entire generation of baristas to take competitions and quality seriously.
Often described as one of Copenhagen’s first “coffee personalities,” starting from his role as director of Café Europa.
Served as a judge at international competitions and built the bridge between Denmark and the growing global coffee scene.

Troels Overdal Poulsen

Won the World Barista Championship in Seattle in 2005 – the year before Klaus Thomsen of Coffee Collective took the title.
Also came out of the Café Europa community before joining Kontra Coffee, where he honed his skills and rose to the top.

Café Europa & Jens Nørgaard

As owner of Café Europa, Jens Nørgaard set the stage for one of the first cafés in Copenhagen to take espresso and coffee craft seriously.
Already in the 1990s, Café Europa was one of the few places where you could get a real cappuccino or espresso, long before the word “specialty coffee” was used in Denmark.
Many future leading figures – including Martin and Troels – worked there and used the café as a springboard for competitions and careers.

Copenhagen’s Path to Becoming a Specialty Coffee Hotspot

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1990s

Café Europa 1989 on Amagertorv becomes one of the first places in Copenhagen where you can get serious espresso and cappuccino. Many of Denmark’s first baristas – including Troels Poulsen – start here. Martin Hildebrandt gets involved early in coffee culture and competitions, helping to build a professional barista scene in Denmark.

2002

Martin Hildebrandt wins an international world championship in the barista field (Latte Art/Barista World Championship).
He becomes the first Danish world champion in the barista craft. His win inspires a whole generation of Danish baristas to compete and take the craft seriously.

2005

Troels Overdal Poulsen (with background from Café Europa) wins the World Barista Championship in Seattle.
First official Danish world champion in WBC history.
A milestone that cements Denmark as an important player on the global coffee stage.

2006

Klaus Thomsen wins the World Barista Championship in Bern. Two Danish victories in two years bring massive international attention.

2007

Coffee Collective is founded by Klaus Thomsen, Peter Dupont, and Casper Engel Rasmussen.

2010s

Prolog Coffee opens in the Meatpacking District (2016), focusing on experimental fermentations and innovative flavor experiences. Democratic Coffee sets the standard for coffee bars with high-quality filter coffee and croissants.
La Cabra (originally from Aarhus) gains huge influence in Copenhagen and internationally.

2020s

Copenhagen is globally recognized as one of the world’s leading coffee cities.
Danish baristas continue to win awards in Cup Tasting, Latte Art, and Roasting.
The “Nordic flavor profile” (light roast, terroir-driven coffee) becomes a global reference point.
Copenhagen is highlighted in international media (e.g., Sprudge and European Coffee Trip) as one of the world’s top coffee cities.
Barista and brewing competitions still attract Danish participation and prizes.
A full ecosystem of small roasteries, coffee bars, and training programs makes the city a global benchmark.

Our Tribute to
Wonderful Copenhagen

This year’s Coffee Advent Calendar is a journey through Copenhagen—where centuries of Danish heritage meet a vibrant, modern city alive with creativity. Each day pairs a specialty coffee with an iconic landmark, weaving together stories of the capital’s glorious past and its bustling present. It’s a celebration of tradition
and innovation, savoured in the gentle spirit of hygge—
the timeless comfort of sharing good coffee and good company.

Test your knowledge about Copenhagen

This December, cozy up with our fun Copenhagen quiz—
click on each coffee day or scan the QR code on the front label of the brewers
to learn something new about the landmark of the day, test your knowledge and win great prizes!

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WHAT’S NEW THIS YEAR?

Discover 25 all-new coffee experiences, a new quiz format themed on Copenhagen’s wonders, and hidden festive treats—making this year’s Coffee Advent Calendar more exciting than ever.

A TRIBUTE TO WONDERFUL COPENHAGEN

A journey through our vibrant capital, where each day in December unveils one of 25 remarkable locations filled with charm. From cozy corners to beloved landmarks, enjoy captivating stories, lighthearted anecdotes, and the inviting aroma of freshly roasted gourmet coffee.

EXCITING COFFEE ORIGINS

Embark on a journey through vibrant new coffee regions, each known for their exceptional beans. Each morning in December promises an extraordinary flavour adventure, introducing you to unique blends and single origin specialty coffees you've never tasted before.

NEW QUIZ & LEARN COMPETITION

December is a time for togetherness, coziness, and of course, gifts! This year, we’re adding a twist with our exciting, fun, and challenging quiz. Test your knowledge, learn something new about Copenhagen, and get the chance to win amazing prizes every day in December.

A UNIQUE
COFFEE ADVENT CALENDAR
EXPERIENCE

This year’s Coffee Advent Calendar invites you into a season of hygge,

with daily brews that bring warmth, comfort, and festive discovery all December long.

25 DAYS OF
GOURMET SPECIALTY COFFEE

We carefully select specialty coffee beans from 25 distinct regions and hand-roast them in small batches. This meticulous process allows us to craft each coffee slowly and thoughtfully, honouring its unique provenance.

SLOW-CRAFTED
IN DENMARK

All our coffees are hand-roasted at our artisan roastery in Middelfart, Denmark, and our specialty coffee products are crafted in our own factory, powered entirely by green energy. This commitment ensures that every cup not only tastes exceptional but is made with care and responsibility.

THE PERFECT
CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN

Feel the hygge in every cup, every day in December. The Coffeebrewer Advent Calendar contains 25 specialty coffees, ready to be brewed and enjoyed each day leading up to Christmas.

QUALITY & PASSION
YOU CAN TASTE

Our Coffeebrewers are filled with nothing but 100% specialty-grade coffee. From berry to cup, we ensure a pure brew without GMOs or preservatives. Our master roaster meticulously crafts each coffee to a specific profile, guaranteeing you an unparalleled taste experience.

SHARE-FRIENDLY

Each Coffeebrewer in our Coffee Advent Calendars makes 2 cups of premium specialty coffee, ideal for sharing with a loved one every December morning. And if you’re a home barista who loves to experiment, the Coffee Bean Advent Calendar will be the gift that keeps on giving 8-12 cups per each 66g pack.

RESPONSIBLE
PACKAGING

Our calendar packaging is made of FSC® certified paper and cardboard, while the Coffeebrewers can be reused multiple times. Our packaging is locally produced within 100 km of our roastery in Middelfart, Denmark, with our team personally handling the manufacturing process.

25 DAYS OF GOURMET SPECIALTY COFFEE

SLOW-CRAFTED IN DENMARK

THE PERFECT CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN

Feel the hygge in every cup, every day in December. The Coffeebrewer Advent Calendar contains 25 specialty coffees, ready to be brewed and enjoyed each day leading up to Christmas.

QUALITY & PASSION
YOU CAN TASTE

SHARE-FRIENDLY

RESPONSIBLE PACKAGING

CHRISTMAS COLLECTION

This year’s Coffee Advent Calendar is back with 24+1 specialty coffees from around the world – but with a brand-new flavour of storytelling. Each coffee is paired with a fascinating tale or anecdote from one of Copenhagen’s landmarks, turning your December into a cosy, imaginative city walk through 24 unique places.

It’s our way of celebrating Copenhagen – a city that has been central to the rise of specialty coffee in Denmark and far beyond. Presale is now open – secure your calendar early and enjoy special offers available only for pre-orders.

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Read more about how Copenhagen became the epicenter of the rise of specialty coffee

Background: From Black Filter Coffee to Specialty Coffee

Background: From Black Filter Coffee to Specialty Coffee

Why Copenhagen?

Why Copenhagen?

The Result

The Result

The Three Pioneers:

Copenhagen’s Path to Becoming a Specialty Coffee Hotspot

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2005

2006

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2010s

2020s

Our Tribute toWonderful Copenhagen

Test your knowledge about Copenhagen

WHAT’S NEW THIS YEAR?

A TRIBUTE TO WONDERFUL COPENHAGEN

EXCITING COFFEE ORIGINS

NEW QUIZ & LEARN COMPETITION

A UNIQUECOFFEE ADVENT CALENDAREXPERIENCE

25 DAYS OFGOURMET SPECIALTY COFFEE

SLOW-CRAFTEDIN DENMARK

THE PERFECTCHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN

QUALITY & PASSIONYOU CAN TASTE

SHARE-FRIENDLY

RESPONSIBLE PACKAGING

25 DAYS OF GOURMET SPECIALTY COFFEE

SLOW-CRAFTED IN DENMARK

THE PERFECT CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN

QUALITY & PASSION YOU CAN TASTE

SHARE-FRIENDLY

RESPONSIBLE PACKAGING

CHRISTMAS COLLECTION

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