Swedish Coffee

 

In Sweden, supermarket coffee is quite a delight
It's creamy and smooth, with just the right light

 

There's no need to go to a fancy coffee shop
When the coffee from the store is just as hot

 

Swedes are proud of their coffee culture
And in their supermarkets, it's quite the feature

 

From regular to decaf, the options abound
And the taste is always rich and profound

 

So if you're in Sweden and need a quick pick-me-up
Just head to the supermarket, you won't be let down

 

The coffee is always fresh, never stale
And it's the perfect way to start the day, without fail

 

So here's to Sweden and their love of coffee
May it always be a part of their daily routine, you see

Fika culture

One summer day in Sweden, a group of friends decided to have a fika together in the park. They brought along some freshly baked kanelbullar (cinnamon buns) and a pot of steaming hot coffee. As they sat on the grass, the sun was shining brightly and a gentle breeze blew through the trees.

As they enjoyed their fika, they chatted and laughed about all kinds of things, ranging from their latest travels to their plans for the future. They each took turns sharing stories and memories, and the time seemed to fly by as they all lost themselves in the joy of the moment.

As they finished their last bites of kanelbullar, they reluctantly gathered their things and said their goodbyes, already planning their next fika together. Fika culture in Sweden had once again brought them all together and given them the opportunity to connect and enjoy each other's company in a relaxed and informal setting.

Preparation

To prepare Swedish coffee, you will need:

  1. Freshly ground coffee beans
  2. A coffee filter
  3. Water
  4. A coffee pot or cafetiere

Instructions:

  1. Grind your coffee beans to a medium-fine consistency.
  2. Place the coffee filter in the coffee pot or cafetiere.
  3. Add the ground coffee to the filter, using about 2 tablespoons per 6 ounces of water.
  4. Bring a pot of water to a boil.
  5. Slowly pour the hot water over the coffee grounds, making sure to saturate all of the grounds.
  6. Let the coffee steep for about 4-5 minutes.
  7. Slowly press down on the plunger in the cafetiere or pour the coffee into your mug through the spout of the coffee pot.
  8. Enjoy your Swedish coffee!

Coffee was once luxury!

In the early 1900s, coffee was a luxury item in Sweden, only consumed by the wealthy. However, after World War II, the Swedish government implemented a program called "Coffee for All" which aimed to make coffee more accessible and affordable for everyone.

As part of this program, the government provided subsidies for small coffee shops to open in rural areas, and encouraged the cultivation of coffee beans in the country. This led to the proliferation of coffee culture in Sweden, with coffee shops and cafes popping up all over the country.