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Together "strong, alert, hot" for Germany's favourite beverage

On average, 167 litres of coffee are consumed per capita in Germany every year. This makes it the most consumed beverage across the land. The aromatic bean also plays an important economic role: coffee is imported to Germany in large quantities, processed here, consumed and exported again. In terms of exports, Germany is the world champion. No other country exports more coffee products.  

Our strengths: Market research, legal advice, event and much more.


A strong product needs an agile association! We stand one hundred percent behind our more than 360 member companies. For more than 50 years we have been providing coffee companies with support in their business activities and have been making a sustained effort to promote optimum economic and political conditions in the coffee industry.

Come on board and become part of Europe's largest network for coffee companies! Benefit from the data from the representative association market research and from our free advice on coffee law issues. We have expert knowledge and offer the best platform for your networking in the coffee industry with our numerous congresses and conferences.  

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Big or small – we are here for everyone.

From small start-ups to establish global brands the German Coffee Association represents numerous companies that trade in, process or otherwise do business with coffee. Our more than 360 members include sustainability organisations, coffee-financing banks, green coffee traders/agents and brokers, all well-known large brand roasters, around 150 speciality roasters, manufacturers of instant coffee, decaffeinators, shipping companies, logistics companies, warehousing providers, manufacturers of roasting facilities and equipment technology, food laboratories and producers and dealers of coffee and vending machines.

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Sustainability Congress 2024

Sustainability Congress 2024
April 10 & 11, 2024 (online via Zoom)

Sustainability in the coffee sector is more than just the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). That's why now is the time for an update on the current sustainability situation in the coffee industry - beyond deforestation-free coffee.  Take advantage of this unique opportunity and register now for the Sustainability Congress 2024 on April 10 and 11, 2024 online via Zoom (Day 1: 10:00-15:00; Day 2: 13:00-17:00).

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Coffee Logistics Forum April 12, 2024 in Hamburg

Coffee Logistics Forum
April 12, 2024 in Hamburg

Exciting every time, booked out quickly every time: secure one of the popular places at the "Coffee Logistics Forum" on April 12, 2024 (10:00-12:30) in Hamburg.

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Coffee consumption update: Developments in the first quarter of 2024

Coffee consumption update: Developments in the first quarter of 2024 with Holger Preibisch
April 17, 2024 (09.30 to 10.30 a.m. via Zoom)

How did coffee consumption develop in Germany in the first quarter of 2024? The latest market data from the Coffee Consumption Study will provide answers to this question live at the "Coffee Consumption Update: Developments in the 1st Quarter of 2024" on April 17, 2024 (09:30 to 10:30 via Zoom). CEO Holger Preibisch will provide an in-depth and exciting insight into the latest figures in just 60 minutes.

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Sustainable packaging: Current trends and pioneering innovations

Sustainable packaging: Current trends and pioneering innovations
April 25, 2024 (12.00-17.00 hrs | Hamburg)

Functionality, sustainability and innovation: expectations of coffee packaging are high and continue to rise from year to year - among consumers and producers alike. Whether you are a large packaging company or a small roaster: stay up to date and register for the conference "Sustainable packaging: current trends and pioneering innovations" on April 25, 2024 (12.00-17.00 | Hamburg). 

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General meeting

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General meeting
May 16, 2024 in Hamburg

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We do a lot for our members

Central service point for coffee-related questions and issues

  • Conventions, information sessions, conferences and training
  • Exclusive market data and statistics
  • Specialised legal advice
  • Representation of interests
  • Press and public relations, issue management
  • Expert publications and training materials
  • Information on specialist topics, proposed legislation and research findings
  • Individual member services
  • Committees, working groups and commissions
  • Collaboration and networking at national and international level 
     

Our market research

Do you know the German coffee market? 
You will with us.

Our exclusive market data and statistics are the best basis for strategic decisions in the coffee business. Take advantage of insider knowledge from the market research of the German Coffee Association. Discover previously untapped market potential and discover new trends.

  • Representative: Over 10,000 coffee drinkers surveyed
  • Informative: Detailed insights into coffee consumption and purchasing behaviour
  • Extensive: Database with more than 500 charts
  • Up-to-date: Annual and quarterly analysis

All exclusive and free of charge for members!

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Surprising coffee facts

Per capita consumption of coffee in Germany in 2022
German roasted coffee exports in 2022
Market share of filter coffee in home preparation in 2022
Whole bean" market share in home preparation in 2022
Market share of coffee capsules in the total roasted coffee market for home preparation in 2022
Sales growth of soluble coffee in 2022
Coffee away from home in 2022 (compared to previous year)
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Coffee and sustainability

We are platform, coordinator and catalyst

  • We keep you up to date on legal obligations, the latest developments and regularly bring together decision-makers and stakeholders of the coffee industry.
  • A particular focus of work in the “Coffee & Sustainability” area is the Supply Chain Due Diligence Act, the EU Regulation on deforestation-free products and the sustainability of packaging.
  • Collaborating with our members, our collective aim is to systematically enhance the sustainability of the coffee suply chain. In pursuit of this objective, we have commissioned risk analyses for the 18 most significant coffee-producing countries and introduced the EAR4U grievance mechanism. This platform allows for the confidential reporting on human right issues and environmental risks in the coffee supply chains.
  • As part of our commitment, the German Coffee Association provides members with an exclusive set of tools designed to ensure compliance with the EUDR. The EUDR Coffee Compass, EUDR Coffee Legislation List and EUDR Coffee Check tools are specifically tailored for the coffee industry. These resources help companies to align with the EUDR regulations, fostering a more sustainable future for the coffee sector. For more info, visit www.eudr-coffee.eu.
  • Members are cordially invited to attend and participate in our conferences, webinars, forums such as the "International Conference on Sustainable Coffee", the "Forum Deforestation-free Coffee" or the "Sustainable Packaging" working group.

We provide advice on legal matters

Uncertain about legal issues on coffee? 
Not with us, we will help you.

The German Coffee Association offers comprehensive advice on all aspects of coffee law – free of charge for our members.

No matter whether you have questions about coffee regulations, correct declaration, ingredients, emissions, coffee tax and much more – you will receive a competent, reliable and individual answer from us.

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Coffee Congress & New Year's Reception 2024

"Awake, hot, strong" - On January 18th the time had come and 288 participants from 144 companies ceremoniously welcomed the new (coffee) year at the Coffee Congress & New Year's Reception 2024. The unique event attracted many participants this year and offered the ideal platform to exchange ideas and talk about the latest developments and trends. Brilliant start in 2024: We would like to thank the partners, speakers and participants for this fabulous start to the year.

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Coffee Roasters Conference

Colorful, diverse, united in the love of the aromatic bean: around 150 participants from 90 companies took part in this year's coffee roasters conference in Frankfurt. In exclusive collaboration with the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA Germany), large and small roasting companies met live on site to exchange ideas personally and discuss what is currently determining their everyday life.

We would like to thank all sponsors, speakers and participants for this special day full of inspiration for the entire industry and extremely lively inquiries, conversations and discourses.

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55th General Meeting of the German Coffee Association

Summer sun and a fabulous atmosphere: The 55th General Meeting of the German Coffee Association, followed by a dinner party, took place under these excellent conditions on June 15, 2023 in Hamburg. Around 250 participants from 147 companies exchanged ideas all day long, networked and talked about the topics that are currently affecting the German coffee market.

We would like to thank all sponsors, speakers and participants for a fantastic day.

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"Coffee Congress 2023 & New Year's Reception"

The (coffee) year couldn't have started any better: On January 19, 2023, around 250 interested parties took part in the "Coffee Congress 2023 & New Year's Reception" in Berlin with enthusiasm, concentrated expertise and positive energy. Together we exchanged ideas and looked at the developments in the markets. Six lectures and seven speakers with red-hot topics offered first-class discussion bases. 

We would like to thank all sponsors, speakers and participants for a day full of professional enthusiasm, exciting exchange opportunities and perspectives that arouse curiosity about the eleven months to come.

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"Sustainable Packaging"

Highest demands on optics, functionality and sustainability - coffee packaging 2023 is much more than a "case". This exciting complexity was the reason for more than 120 participants from 61 companies to attend the online event "Sustainable Packaging" last week. Eight speakers gave insights into sustainable packaging solutions and trends in 10-minute speed speeches.

Sustainably future-oriented: We would like to thank all sponsors, speakers and participants for the inspiring day.

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International Virtual Congress on Coffee Capsules

Small capsules, big innovations

Passion meets innovation: 111 participants from 55 companies took the thrilling chance to be part of the 5th "International Virtual Congress on Coffee Capsules" on the 16 and 17 November 2022. Joining from 14 different countries all over the world, the participants listened to 11 wide-ranging lectures, all focusing on the coffee capsules.

We would like to thank the sponsors, speakers and participants for the highly professional exchange and the lively participation

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Sensory Science Update

Exchange of expert knowledge about coffee sensory

Inspiring and worthwhile: 130 coffee experts and enthusiasts from 65 companies were part of the online conference “Sensory Science Update”.

Their aim: Expanding their knowledge about this many-faceted field. In this context, seven lectures offered seven insights into the latest findings and studies about the sensory perception of coffee.

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Virtual Coffee Congress 2022

Record number of participants: Coffee Congress 2022 – how are the markets developing?

Around 360 participants from 144 companies joined this year’s virtual coffee congress – a record number!

We are delighted with the outstanding interest and would like to thank everyone who contributed to the success of this event: The eleven speakers – they gave us exciting insights into the financial and coffee market of tomorrow – the sponsors Brita and ofi as well as all participants who significantly enriched the congress with their questions and comments.

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Virtual Congress on Coffee Capsules

A full day of market data, innovations, sustainability and regulations

Around 115 capsule experts from 15 countries around the world – amongst others South Korea, Canada and the USA – joined the 4th International Virtual Congress on Coffee Capsules and Trade Exhibition.

We are pleased about the great response to our event.

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Update Sustainability: New data, new projects, new insights

140 attendees ▪ 16 concise lectures ▪ numerous new data and findings

Two days dedicated to sustainability: Around 140 representatives from our member companies took part in the virtual sustainability conference of the German Coffee Association on September 22nd and 23rd. In 16 exciting and informative speed speeches, the participants obtained information from the cultivation to the cup, and about the latest data, projects and developments relating to sustainability along the coffee supply chain.

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Coffee meets Universum

Great Presentations, grand networking and reunion

Under the slogan “Coffee meets Universum”, the German Coffee Association invited its members to a conference and evening event to Bremen on 13 September 2021. It was the first large industry meeting since Spring 2020.

Six first-class speakers presented up-to-date papers - a fascinating variety of themes, that are currently of high interest to the coffee industry. Following the conference, the group met for a grand get-together in the ‘Universum’ museum.

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Coffee Roaster Online-Conference

Two days of live speeches, virtual exhibition, networking and knowledge exchange

The traditional Coffee Roaster Conference of the German Coffee Association took place on 4th and 5th May 2021. This event, aimed at speciality roasters, took place virtually for the first time.

This new model, a mix of top-class live speeches and virtual exhibition turned out to be very successful. Around 230 representatives of the association’s members’ organisations were in attendance. The two-day conference offered them nine informative presentations around new data, facts and industry trends. Furthermore, attendees had the chance to visit the virtual exhibition stands and to learn more about the exhibiting companies.

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Cold Brew Summit

Cold Brew Summit 2021

The German Coffee Association organised the Cold Brew Summit for the first time on 29th and 30th April 2021.

Nine exciting talks highlighted different perspectives around this new fashionable drink. We were delighted to see great interest in this virtual event: Approx. 90 coffee experts from 72 organisations were in attendance.

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Sustainable Packaging

Sustainable packaging in the spotlight

The coffee industry has adopted towards sustainable packaging and companies continue to work on improving themselves in this area. The German Coffee Association supported its members by running an online seminar on ‘Sustainable Packaging’ on 21. April 2021.

Nine top-class experts presented relevant aspects and answered questions around this theme in speed speeches. This online event was well perceived: Approx. 150 attendees from 75 organisations joined virtually.

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Coffee in Food Retailing

More than 80% of overall coffee purchases are made in supermarkets and discount shops. 

The large number of attendees that joined the online conference ‘Coffee trends and developments in the food retailing sector’ organised by the German Coffee Association, underlined the high relevance of this distribution chain. 

Approx. 140 representatives from 78 member organisations attended on 24th March 2021. Four presentations outlined facts and figures in food retailing and reported on further potential of this chain.

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Vending - potential for growth

Successful association cooperation

The German Coffee Association and the Federal Association of the German Vending Machine Industry invited to an online-seminar called ‘Vending market’s growth potential’ on 17th February 2021.

Approx. 250 vending experts from 136 companies attended this virtual event and got the latest updates, facts and figures in five talks. The following topics were covered: consumer behaviour in vending situations, vending trends, growth potential and relevant market changes.

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50 Years German Coffee Association

The World of Coffee met in Hamburg

Strong, alert, hot – this was the theme of the 50th anniversary celebration of the German Coffee Association, which occurred on 5th July 2019. The ceremonial act took place in the ‘Great Hall’ of the Elbphilharmonie. More than 1,800 guests from national and international coffee business met in the Hanseatic city. They enjoyed an impressive concert of the Symphonists of Hamburg. 

In the evening, 1,000 participates joined a Hamburg harbour tour to the fish auction hall, where the guests enjoyed an exclusive dinner.

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