Coffee is everywhere. But how we drink it, where we drink it, and what we appreciate about it — that varies by country, culture, and time of day.
In the Netherlands, coffee is a regular fixture. Functional, familiar, a cup with colleagues or visitors. In Spain, coffee is more of a ritual. A cortado on the terrace, an espresso at the bar. But what do both countries share? The search for real quality. For taste with a story. For coffee that is right.
At ESCA we understand those differences and the shared love for coffee. That is why we bring our beans from Brazil to kitchens, offices and cafes in the Netherlands and Spain. Honest, direct, without nonsense. Just good coffee — for every culture.
Coffee in the Netherlands: the cup that lasts
The Dutch drink an average of more than three cups of coffee per day. Filter coffee is still the classic, but espressos and fully automatic machines are gaining ground. Yet it remains typically Dutch: coffee is functional. It is part of it. During a working day. At a birthday party. In the morning. After dinner.
What is changing? People are making more conscious choices. Supermarket beans are increasingly making way for beans of real origin — single origin, fair trade or direct trade. Demand is growing for:
- Sustainable and transparent brands
- Better taste experience without frills
- Honest chains without hidden links
Coffee in Spain: ritual, social and strong
Where the Dutch often drink coffee at home or in the office, Spain has a completely different coffee culture. Coffee here is connected to the rhythm of the day — and to social moments.
A quick café solo at the bar. A cortado with colleagues in the morning sun. A café con leche after lunch. Spaniards drink less coffee per day than the Dutch, but do so more consciously — and often outside the home.
What is also noticeable:
- Milk coffee is popular – cortado and café con leche are the favorites
- Sugar is standard – although younger generations are letting go of that more
- Origin is becoming more important – especially in cities like Barcelona and Madrid, the number of specialty coffee places is growing
This new generation of coffee drinkers wants to know what they are drinking. Where it comes from. Whether the coffee farmer is paid fairly. And that is exactly where ESCA fits in.
ESCA: One coffee brand, two cultures – one mission
Whether you start your day with a filter coffee at the kitchen table in Rotterdam, or drink a cortado in the sun in Valencia — at ESCA it's always about the same thing: pure, honest coffee.
We bring our beans from Brazil to both the Netherlands and Spain. Not through intermediaries or marketing chains, but directly from farmer to roaster. That means:
- Fair prices for farmers
- Transparency about origin and processing
- Flavor profiles tailored to your preference (mild, strong, sweet or spicy)
What we do is simple. We take the best of the Brazilian mountain region and bring it to people who love real coffee. No fuss. No detours. Just good.
Whether you opt for the soft-bodied Mistura Nº1 or the powerful Exclusivo — your cup is part of a chain that works from start to finish.
Frequently Asked Questions about Coffee in the Netherlands, Spain & ESCA
Do people in the Netherlands and Spain really drink coffee so differently?
Yes, definitely. In the Netherlands, coffee is often practical and home-oriented — think filter coffee or fully automatic. In Spain, it’s more about experience and rhythm: coffee at the bar, on the terrace or after lunch.
What makes ESCA different from other coffee brands?
We work without middlemen. Our beans come directly from farmers in Brazil and are selected for quality, honesty and taste. No vague labels — just clear origin, honest prices and freshness.
Are your blends tailored to the taste of Dutch or Spanish customers?
Our Mistura and Exclusivo blends combine Brazilian Arabica and Robusta in different proportions. This way, there is a suitable taste experience for every coffee drinker — from soft lungo to powerful espresso.
One world. One source. Your cup.
ESCA connects. Not only farmers and coffee drinkers, but also cultures. From a sober cup of coffee to an intense café solo — with us it all comes from the same honest source. No compromise in taste, no concession in quality.
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