Coffee from around the world

Where better to start than the birthplace of coffee? Ethiopia is where coffee drinking all began (although we don't know precisely when) before the Yemenis began importing coffee in the 15th century, which was the catalyst for coffee importing and production going global.

While not as prolific a coffee producer as the likes of Brazil and Vietnam, Ethiopia is still among the biggest coffee exporters in the world. What's more, it is responsible for some of the world's most acclaimed coffee. Coffee in Ethiopia is typically grown on small farms or 'gardens' and is renowned for its floral, juicy, fruity characteristics, high acidity, and light-medium body.

If you're a fan of cold brew coffee, this is an excellent way to enjoy light-medium Ethiopian roast, as this brewing style tempers the coffee's acidity and allows its fruity, floral notes to shine. If you're looking for the right glass for your cold brew, this coffee style shines from our Nachtmann Barista Collection's Latte Macchiato/Cold Brew glasses. If, on the other hand, you wish to enjoy it like a local, you'll take a completely different approach. In Ethiopia, coffee is typically made using a Jebena coffee pot, which you add water to, then ground coffee, before heating over a stove until steam begins to come out of the pot. From there, wait a few minutes for the coffee to settle, then pour slowly into your Nachtmann Barista Coffee Mug to ensure the settled coffee remains in the pot.

Sitting comfortably as the world's second most prolific coffee grower and exporter is Vietnam. Coffee was first introduced to the country by the French in the mid-1800s and is now Vietnam's second most exported asset after rice. The majority of coffee production in the country occurs in its Central Highlands region, where the high altitude, fertile soil, high humidity, and rainfall provide optimal growing conditions for coffee.

Vietnam is a leading producer of the Robusta bean, which is characterized by a bold, full-bodied flavor profile with earthy, nutty, and sometimes slightly bitter notes. Like Brazilian coffee, this makes Vietnamese coffee ideal for medium to dark roasts, while traditionally Vietnamese coffee is brewed using slow drip extraction methods which thoroughly extract the coffee's bold, robust flavors (if you want to be extra authentic with your Vietnamese coffee, check out the 'Phin Drip' method of preparing coffee). To balance the intensity that Vietnamese coffee often displays, it is usually mixed with sweetened condensed milk - as is seen with the renowned Vietnamese iced coffee drink, which is extra delicious when sipped from our Nachtmann Barista Latte Macchiato/Cold Brew glasses. So, if you love nothing more than coffee that combines rich, creamy sweetness with full-bodied, earthy coffee flavors, Vietnamese coffee might be perfect for you.

Coffee cultivation in Indonesia dates back to the late 17th century when it was introduced by Dutch colonialists. Today, Indonesia is renowned for producing unique and distinctive coffees, with Sumatra, Java, and Sulawesi being notable coffee-growing regions.

Indonesian coffees, particularly those from Sumatra, are known for their full-bodied and earthy flavor profiles, often exhibiting spice, tobacco, and dark chocolate notes. This makes the coffee well-suited to medium-dark roasts, which enhances their bold and complex flavors. Indonesian coffee is a good choice for brewing styles such as the French press or espresso, while the boldness of the beans also makes them pair well with the richness of milk when used in lattes, flat whites, or cappuccinos. If straight espresso is how you enjoy your coffee, there's no better vessel than our Nachtmann Barista Espresso/Doppio Glass, while our Nachtmann Barista Cappuccino/Flat White Glass is a better option if you lean towards adding milk to your espressos.