Sweden
Fika, the break for the soul
The Swedes have turned the coffee break into a way of life. "Fika" is the name given to this moment in everyday life when you consciously take time to relax with a freshly brewed cup of coffee and usually a pastry. The ritual is more than just a break, it symbolizes community and mindfulness. Filter coffee is the clear number one in Sweden, often prepared in simple pots that focus on taste rather than technology. The coffee is traditionally accompanied by a "kanelbullar" (cinnamon bun) or other sweet delicacies.
Tip for everyday life
Take a few minutes for your own personal "fika" - whether alone with a book or together with friends. A simple filter coffee and a sweet snack are all you need to enjoy the Swedish coziness.
Café de Olla, a journey into the past
Café de Olla is a symbol of Mexican tradition. This aromatic coffee is prepared in a clay pot ("olla"), which gives it an unmistakable taste. Enriched with ingredients such as cinnamon sticks and brown cane sugar (piloncillo), every cup is a feast for the senses. Originally drunk by rural farmers and revolutionaries, Café de Olla still brings a touch of nostalgia today and tells of Mexico's vibrant history.
Tip for everyday life
Refine your coffee at home with a pinch of ground cinnamon and brown sugar. Even if you don't have a clay pot, you can still conjure up a touch of Mexican flair in your cup.
Mexico
Vietnam
Sweet temptation with iced coffee and egg foam
Vietnam has developed a unique coffee culture that is characterized by two extraordinary variations. The famous "Cà Phê Sữa Đá" is a refreshing iced coffee with sweetened condensed milk that is often enjoyed on hot days. But the "Cà Phê Trứng", egg coffee, also deserves attention. Here, the coffee is whipped with a mixture of egg yolk and condensed milk, which gives it a creamy texture and sweet taste. Both variants reflect Vietnam's creative approach to coffee.
Tip for everyday life
Try refining your coffee with a little condensed milk or a homemade egg foam creation. It doesn't take much technique, just a little courage to experiment!
Cafézinho, the little big treat
In Brazil, coffee is a companion in life and the "cafézinho" (small coffee) is a must for any visit, conversation or meeting. This is the Brazilian version of espresso, but a little milder and with sugar added directly during brewing. On any trip through Brazil, it quickly becomes clear that coffee is not only served on special occasions, but at almost any time of day. The uncomplicated preparation and the warm gesture of sharing make this coffee a symbol of Brazilian hospitality.
Tip for everyday life
At your next get-together with friends or family, serve small cups of sweetened coffee right at the start of the visit. The simple gesture encourages conversation and creates a warm atmosphere.
Brazil
Discover the magic of coffee - a pleasure that tells stories and awakens the senses
Whether it's the cozy fika from Sweden, the spicy café de olla from Mexico, the sweet creations of Vietnam or the warm tradition of Brazil - every coffee culture has its own story to tell. Why not try something new? Let yourself be inspired by these typical national rituals and bring the world into your cup! Perhaps you will discover your very own way of enjoying coffee.
