Top 10 countries coffee consumers by country
In winter, when the weather is cold and sunlight is scarce in many countries, coffee is a must-have to get through the day. Have you ever thought though, what is the coffee consumption by country? Coffee is drunk in almost every country in the world, and people in some countries drink more of it than others. Language Connections, a translation and interpreting services company, presents you with the top ten coffee consumers by country and an insight into their coffee culture.
1. Coffee Consumption by Country: Finland
The Finnish translation for “coffee” is “kahvi.”
Finland is by far the biggest consumer of coffee in the world – some jokingly say that Fins cannot physically drink more coffee than they already are. Finland is also one of the coldest countries in the world. No wonder why coffee consumption there is so high; they like coffee to warm up a bit!
2. Coffee Consumption by Country: Norway
The Norwegian translation for “coffee” is “kaffe”
Norwegians drink coffee roasted lightly, like they do in Finland. They don’t just drink it at home or in coffee shops. They also drink it when going out camping during “white nights,” or nights during the summer, where the sun does not set for months. ‘Kokekaffee,’ as they call it, is brewed right over an open fire. Boil the water, add the coffee, and serve.
3. Coffee Consumption by Country: Iceland
The Icelandic translation for “coffee” is “kaffi”
Most of the beans in Iceland come from one of two local roasteries. This means that the coffee shops compete with each other in techniques, like cold-brew or pour over. However, just as in Finland or Norway, a lot of people drink black coffee to experience the flavor of the beans as purely as possible.
4. Coffee Consumption by Country: Denmark
The Danish translation for “coffee” is “kaffe”
Coffee consumption in Denmark has to be prepared perfectly. While for the longest time, filter coffee was the most widespread type of coffee, it fell out of favor. Denmark has many little independent cafés littered around its city, from quaint to eccentric.
5. Coffee Consumption by Country: Netherlands
The Dutch translation for “coffee” is “koffie”
In the Netherlands actual coffee beans were actually forbidden up to the 1990s. Unlike in Denmark however, filter coffee is still being brewed regularly. Not only at home, though it is mostly enjoyed there. It’s also brewed during coffee breaks, which are a fixed part of a Dutch workday.
6. Coffee Consumption by Country: Sweden
The Swedish translation for “coffee” is “kaffe”
In Sweden, coffee consumption is to be enjoyed, both as a drink and as a moment to slow down. Cafés in Sweden are usually bright and open. This is called “fika” a Swedish word for taking a break with a cup of coffee and a cinnamon roll.
7. Coffee Consumption by Country: Switzerland
The Swiss German translation for “coffee” is “Kaffee.” The Swiss French translation for “coffee” is “café”
Most of the coffee drinking in Switzerland takes places in Zurich. Most cafés in Zurich compete with each other in atmosphere, as well as a wide range of different flavored coffee beans.
8. Coffee Consumption by Country: Belgium
The Belgian French translation for “coffee” is “café.” The Dutch translation for “coffee” is “koffie.” The Belgian German translation for “coffee” is “Kaffee”
A good coffee is drunk with a sweet snack at the side – most likely a Belgian waffle. But Belgians don’t just drink coffee by itself, they use if for cooking as well. A favorite recipe is salmon marinated in coffee and honey.
9. Coffee Consumption by Country: Canada
The Quebecois French translation for “coffee” is “café”
Coffee in Canada is drunk on the go in the morning. Most coffee drinkers buy it from the chain “Tim Hortons,” which, in true Canadian fashion, was founded by a hockey player. Through immigration from other countries, the coffee culture has become more varied.
10. Coffee Consumption by Country: Bosnia and Herzegovina
The Croatian translation for “coffee” is “kava.” The Serbian and Bosnian translation for “coffee” is “kafa”
Typical Bosnian coffee is thick, black, very bitter, and very carefully prepared. The method of grinding the freshly roasted beans, the steps of heating up the water alone before adding the powder is still strictly followed to this day. Bosnians make a clear distinction between theirs and Turkish coffee.
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