The best specialty coffee in the Netherlands

Specialty coffee isn't just any coffee. It's a world of flavor, craftsmanship, and origin stories, with the beating heart: the roaster. Fortunately, you don't have to look far for truly good specialty coffee in the Netherlands. From Amsterdam to Serooskerke, these are some of the best specialty coffee roasteries in the Netherlands, with whom we at Koffie Kenner are proud to collaborate.

Man with Glasses: Rotterdam

An icon in the Rotterdam coffee world, Man met Bril roasts with precision and character. Their coffee is known for its balance, complexity, and clarity, as is their commitment to sustainability and transparency.

Schot Coffee Roasters: Rotterdam

Artisanal, local, and with a keen eye for quality. Schot is a roastery focused on small batches and direct trade. Perfect for those who enjoy a clean espresso or a layered filter coffee.

Grounded Craft Coffee: Rotterdam

Grounded is based on a circular mission: less waste, more impact. With carefully selected beans and a focus on sustainable packaging, they bring together flavor and idealism.

Single Estate Coffee: The Hague

This Hague-based roastery focuses on traceable, transparent supply chains. Their coffees are all single- origin and roasted with precision for a pure taste experience.

Keen Coffee: Utrecht

Known for their innovative approach and success in barista competitions, Keen works closely with farmers, experiments with fermentations, and delivers exceptional quality in every bag.

Cow gate: Serooskerke (Zeeland)

Small but mighty. Koepoort is a Zeeland roastery with a passion for terroir and craftsmanship. Their coffees are fresh, clear, and perfectly roasted for filter.

Sprout Coffee Roasters: Eindhoven

A young player with a focus on natural flavors, Sprout surprises with fresh, fruity coffees and a modern style, perfect for slow coffee lovers.

Lucifer Coffee Roasters: Eindhoven

Lucifer brings boldness to their roasting. Their coffees are distinctive, carefully crafted, and consistently high-quality. From natural to anaerobic, they cover everything.

Slick Coffee Roasters: Heerhugowaard

Slick combines style and flavor. They make specialty coffee accessible with balanced profiles and appealing roasts. Perfect for home baristas and seasoned connoisseurs alike.

LOT61: Amsterdam

Born in Sydney, shaped in Brooklyn, roasted in Amsterdam. LOT61 stands for modern specialty coffee with an international flair. Known for their compostable capsules and progressive approach.

Stoker: Amsterdam

Stooker is a favorite among baristas. They supply leading cafes and roast with the utmost precision. Their educational approach and transparency make them a true specialty pioneer.

DAK Coffee Roasters: Amsterdam

DAK combines Scandinavian lightness with an experimental edge. Expect fruity coffees with natural fermentation, roasted with finesse and flair.

Blue City Coffee: Winschoten

A hidden gem from the North. Blue City works with carefully selected microlots and has a no-nonsense approach. Authentic and pure.

And just across the border…

Although we at Koffie Kenner focus on Dutch roasters, we also like to highlight a few gems just across the border:

Boo: Brussels

Known for their funky, natural coffees, Boo works with small farmers and experimental processes.

Paso Paso: Hannover

Creative branding, ethical sourcing, and surprising flavor profiles. That's Paso Paso .

The Barn: Berlin

Europe's leading specialty coffee brand. Strictly single-origin, lightly roasted, and with a strong focus on terroir. All this at The Barn !

Buy Specialty Coffee at Koffie Kenner

At Koffie Kenner, we select only the finest specialty coffees from top roasters in the Netherlands (and just beyond). Whether you prefer a floral Ethiopian filter coffee or a full-bodied, complex espresso, we ensure you always have freshly roasted coffee at home, straight from the roaster.

Order today before 5pm = enjoy tomorrow.

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