Did you know that Finland ranks #1 in global coffee consumption per capita? 📈 The average Finn drinks more than 10 kilograms of coffee per year — that’s over 4 cups a day!
But what drives this caffeine obsession? Let’s dive in:
➡️ History matters: Coffee arrived in Finland in the 17th century, first as a luxury. Later, during Finland’s alcohol prohibition in 1919, coffee became the main social beverage. And during WWII, even coffee substitutes like roasted beetroot couldn’t kill the craving.
➡️ Coffee = connection: In Finnish homes, it’s unthinkable not to offer coffee to guests. Birthdays, funerals, weddings — all involve a round of coffee and pastries (known as kakkukahvi ☕🍰).
➡️ Climate comfort: In long, dark winters, coffee serves as warmth, both physical and emotional. It’s how Finns gather, recharge, and socialize — without the buzz of a bar scene.
💡Fun fact: Coffee breaks (called kahvitauko) are often mandatory in Finnish workplaces. That’s how culturally entrenched it is.
Your turn 🔍
Do you think climate or social rituals play a bigger role in coffee culture? Which drink serves this role in your own country?
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