Coffee to many of us is not simply a drink, but a means by which many people kick start their days, wake up and even socialize with themselves. Coffee is an important aspect of life to millions of people in the world and those who brew it and those who buy it in a cafe. Nonetheless, other countries push their coffee addiction to another level, despite the fact that people love it. Drinking coffee is not only one of the habits in certain areas; it is a cultural tradition.
You may imagine that coffee is consumed the most in the countries such as the U.S. or Italy. However, when one adds how much coffee one individual consumes on an average basis, the findings are rather surprising. As it happens, the heaviest coffee-drinking nations are found in one cold corner of the globe.
Do you think you get drunk on coffee? People in other countries such as Finland drink significantly more, usually four cups or more each day! Statista reported that an average Finnish citizen consumes ca. 12 kilograms of coffee per annum. A lot! Just right behind them are Sweden, Iceland and Norway. Coffee in such countries is not less important than being warm.
What then are these coffee guzzling countries? Well, let us see! Read on to find out whether your coffee consumption measures up against the most coffee drinking countries in the world.
Top 10 countries that drink the most coffee per capita
| Rank | Country | Coffee Consumption (kg/person) |
| 1. | Finland | 12.0 |
| 2. | Norway | 9.9 |
| 3. | Iceland | 9.0 |
| 4. | Denmark | 8.7 |
| 5. | Netherlands | 8.4 |
| 6. | Sweden | 8.2 |
| 7. | Switzerland | 7.9 |
| 8. | Begium | 6.8 |
| 9. | Luxembourg | 6.5 |
| 10. | Canada | 6.3 |
Source: Statista
Finland 12.0 kg/per person
Not only it is the happiest country in the world, but Finns drink the most coffee. Average consumption of coffee is four cups per day by Finns, and in many cases much more. Coffee is not only poured in the mornings, but also on funerals, during the meetings, family gatherings and thusly after a meal. The coffee in Finland is not just a drink but rather a culture, identity and an everyday way of life.
Norway – 9.9 kg/ per capita
Norwegians love great outdoors and coffee is a perfect companion. It does not have to be the most picturesque walk and you can also relax in modern Oslo cafes all of which have a hot cup around. The most popular are filter coffee, which Norwegians use constantly in a day, as it is reliable and strong.
Iceland 9.0 kg/per person
Icelanders use coffee as a way of surviving the dark and short winter days. Coffee is associated with the social space and conversation here, and it is not only the option to cheer up in the morning. It is a source of warmth on the long cold months, the flocking point of social gatherings, and maybe even when chasing the northern lights.
In Denmark, 8.7 kg/person
Coffee is central to hygge, the warm welcoming Danish way of life, in Denmark. The Danes love their coffee black, fresh and preferably with a slice of cake, be they drinking with friends, or on their own, reading a book. A sense of home is much more than the caffeine.
Netherlands- 8.4kg/per person
Dutch people consume coffee every day and it is a sign of kindness. It is generally introduced to guests as a cordial way to welcome them and it is black or sprinkled with milk. Coffee in the Dutch culture is normally a small yet significate element be it at work or a social event.
Sweden – 8.2 kg/head
Fika is Swedish coffee and the most loved custom of taking a pause in your day and indulging in coffee and sweet. It becomes a time to take it easy, and relate to others and get renewed. At the workplaces and home fronts, fika is not only promoted, it is embraced as a culture.
Switzerland- 7.9 kg/person
In Switzerland, coffee is diligently made and it is served as an espresso or cafe creme. Laden with some chocolate or mouthwatering pastries, locals regularly gather in cafes in order to enjoy a cup of coffee. Swiss coffee is an elite, casual and quality-oriented affair.
Belgium 6.8 kg/per person
Belgians use both filter coffee and espresso-based drinks and this is often offered with dessert or chocolate. Whether it is a business meeting or an informal gathering, coffee would figure on either of them and would always provide a cosy feel to Belgian hospitality.
Luxembourg- 6.5 kg/person
Surrounded by giant neighbours, who are fond of drinking coffee, Luxembourg has integrated elements of German and French cultures into making coffee culture very diverse and diverse. Residents enjoy many ways of brewing, including French press and espresso shots.
Canada 6.3kg / person
Canada is the sole non-European country in this selection of top 10. Coffee here is something daily, not just a Tim Hortons run but homemade drip brewing. Canadians can hardly go a day without their usual dose of coffee be it in the middle of a road trip or during a snowy morning.
For more updates follow: Latest News on NEWZZY
