Falstaff showcases the highlights of Finland’s coffee culture in the Falstaff Coffee Guide Nordics 2026, awarding distinctions for Best Barista, Best New Opening, Best Roastery and Favourite Café.
Tia Grahn
Currently the most prominent female barista in Finland, Tia Grahn has taken home the title of Finnish Cup Tasters Champion and Finnish Moccamaster Champion. She is known for demonstrating sensory sharpness as well as brewing focus. Through her work at “MNEN Coffee”, Grahn is proof that a new generation of Finnish coffee talent is making itself heard. instagram.com/tiahenriikka/
“Frukt Coffee”, Turku
Founded in 2018, “Frukt Coffee” has steadily refined its elegant Nordic roasting style. The opening of its own café in 2024 marks a natural next step, bringing its coffees closer to the local community. With monthly tasting events and a clear focus on quality-driven sourcing, the Turku-based roastery keeps moving forward without losing its sharp, modern identity. frukt.coffee
“Onda – Music & Arts Café”, Tampere
Opened in 2024 by the team behind Boulangerie Marco, “Onda” treats coffee as part of a bigger picture. Here, specialty coffee is framed by records on the turntable, artworks, and a cultural program. With two ambitious venues in two years, French-born chef Marco Kaniecki is shaping what Tampere – his beloved adopted home for more than a decade – has to offer. onda-music-cafe.fi
“Kahiwa Cafe and Bakery”, Lahti
Part bright, inviting café, part in-house roastery, this Lahti favorite champions seasonally selected beans and thoughtful brewing. With excellent espresso, filter coffee and pastries that match its laid-back atmosphere, “Kahiwa” reaches far beyond its size. Warm service and care for what is in the cup have made it one of the most appreciated cafés in Finland. kahiwacoffee.fi
