WHAT’S ON
GLOBAL ROASTERS SHOWCASE
NEW in 2026 - This dedicated space inside
the festival lets you meet specially invited global coffee heroes, and taste rare, exceptional coffees not usually found in this part of the world.
COFFEE FARMING 101
Hester Syoum - Westerveld from Bette Buna unpacks the essentials of coffee farming and the sustainability woven into every step - from bean to cup. See her session on the main stage!
LEARN TO BREW WITH AN EXPERT-LEAD MASTERCLASS
Level up your coffee skills with a hands-on, 30-minute session led by a professional barista.
The Barista School is the perfect learning
ground for beginners and seasoned enthusiasts alike. Pre-booking is needed.
TASTE COFFEE LIKE
YOU NEVER HAVE BEFORE
We're excited to welcome Freda Yuan from Origin Coffee to the main stage. Freda will guide you through how to taste coffee in some unexpected ways.
INDUSTRY GIANTS SPEAK OUT
We’re kicking off the Industry Stage with specialty coffee leaders Solberg & Hansen, Coffee Collective, Koppi, and Prolog. These pioneering roasters will share their insights on where the industry is today - and what needs to change.
EXPLORE THE BEST COFFEES THE NORDIC HAS TO OFFER
30+ roasters in one place. Taste exceptional
brews, meet the people behind them, and experience firsthand the diversity and quality of the region’s roasting scene - all free to try.
A peer-judged, no-compromise challenge that puts real-world roasting skills to the test. Witness the crowning of this year’s winner on the Main Stage, Sunday afternoon, as we wrap up the festival with the Best Roasters Finals.
COFFEE PRICING – WHAT IS ACTUALLY HAPPENING?!
Why is coffee getting more expensive? Bram De Hoog from Paso Paso unpacks the real story behind coffee prices—from farm to cup—and why coffee might have been too cheap all along. A revealing session for curious coffee drinkers.
HOW TO CHOOSE COFFEE YOU’LL ACTUALLY LIKE
Confused by labels and tasting notes? Joanna Alm Leighton, Managing Director of Drop Coffee, will help you cut through the jargon and discover how to choose coffee that truly suits your taste - no guesswork needed.
THE INDUSTRY STAGE
From climate instability and price volatility to shifting global demand and trade disruptions - the next five years will be decisive.
We’re creating space for conversations about what comes next - and what needs to change
DAIRY-FREE COFFEE DRINKS
THANKS TO OATLY
Expect silky oat lattes everywhere-Headline partner Oatly’s hooking up every booth
with free iKaffe.
STREET FOOD MARKET
Head to our Food Court for a taste of the best street food Gothenburg has to offer, perfectly paired with a handpicked range of craft beverages.
SUSTAINABILITY AT THE FESTIVAL
We're committed to lowering our
environmental impact.
With your help, we’re aiming to beat last year’s emissions. Let’s do even better, together.
CUPPING SPACE
Join guided tastings for a unique chance
to discover some of the most exciting coffees available right now and learn more about
what sets them apart.
FREE COFFEE SAMPLES
Nordic Coffee Fest Hosts over 30+ roasters! So sip freely. Every coffee at the festival is yours
to sample, no extra charge.
At the festival, you’ll have the chance to blind cup all competing coffees and vote for your favourite. The winner will be revealed live
on the Main Stage during the Best Roaster final - Sunday afternoon.
MERCH SHOP
This isn’t souvenir stuff. It’s well-designed, everyday gear you’ll actually want to wear. Click here to head to our shop.
GREAT COFFEE
DESERVES GREAT CUPS
Bring your own cup or borrow a beautiful
ceramic ACME cup at the festival.
Rinsing stations will be available on-site.
COFFEE GEAR
Let the experts guide you through the world of coffee gear. Discover what’s new, what’s essential, and what might just change
your brew game.
COFFEE ROASTING
EXPLAINED!
Ever wondered what makes a great coffee?
Join Trude Skjold Løken from Kaffa Oslo, at the main stage, as she guides us through the steps and techniques that turn raw green coffee into a perfectly roasted bean!s.
THE MAIN STAGE
Expect talks and demos covering everything
from how coffee is grown to choosing the right gear. Open to everyone and
packed with insights.
THE BASICS OF A GREAT ESPRESSO
Carl Triberg, part of the passionate team at 1998 Coffee Roasters in Malmö, will guide you through a live demo showing how to craft an espresso that’s rich, balanced, and unforgettable. Perfect your technique and taste the difference!
GLOBAL ROASTERS SHOWCASE PRESENTS: DIFFERENTE
Progressive, bold, and led by champions - Differente represents the cutting edge of Colombian coffee. Showcasing the country’s most exciting flavours, they’ll challenge your expectations of what Colombian coffee can be.
GLOBAL ROASTERS SHOWCASE PRESENTS: ONYX COFFEE LAB
Known for their meticulous sourcing, competition-stage talent, and groundbreaking creativity, Onyx has redefined what specialty coffee can look and taste like. Don’t miss the chance to meet them at the festival!
GLOBAL ROASTERS SHOWCASE PRESENTS: FRITZ
A true icon, FRITZ has set the tone for what coffee culture can be since the early 2000s. With unmistakable style & branding, and uncompromising quality, FRITZ has inspired a whole generation of coffee lovers.
Nordic Coffee Fest is produced by Ordna Event Agency, the people behind The Barista League and High Density.