About Kaffa
Kaffa is an Oslo, Norway specialty roastery founded by Robert Thoresen, who won the World Barista Championship in 2002 — one of the earliest international titles for a Scandinavian competitor. The roastery on Enebakkveien operates multiple espresso bars across Oslo and is one of the most-cited names in Nordic specialty coffee history.
About
Kaffa is the Oslo-based specialty roastery founded by Robert Thoresen — the Norwegian barista who won the World Barista Championship in 2002, one of the earliest international titles for a Scandinavian competitor. The Enebakkveien roastery and the brand's espresso bars across Oslo have been part of the city's specialty coffee infrastructure for more than two decades, making Kaffa one of the most-cited names when international writers cover Nordic coffee history.
Robert Thoresen's 2002 World Barista Championship win is part of the story behind Kaffa's authority — it predates most of the modern specialty roasters Kaffa now coexists with, and it gave the operation an early platform in international coffee circles. The roastery on Enebakkveien is in the same Oslo neighborhood as several other established roasters, including Solberg & Hansen.
Kaffa roasts in the Nordic light tradition, with a lineup that balances single-origin filter coffees against an espresso program built for the espresso bars the brand operates around Oslo. The wholesale side of the business supplies a substantial portion of Norway's specialty cafes, and the subscription ships internationally.
In the Press
Third-party coverage of Kaffa.
- Sprudgesprudge.com/the-sprudge-guide-to-coffee-in-oslo-norway-410366.html
- Perfect Daily Grindperfectdailygrind.com/2023/09/coffee-news-recap-29-sep-2023
- The Coffee Vinethecoffeevine.com/blog/news/roaster-profile-kaffa-oslo
- YouTubewww.youtube.com/watch?v=aYGcr8a1kE0
- Sweet Maria's Librarylibrary.sweetmarias.com/norway-nordic-barista-cup-september-2010
Coffee & Beans Review
[Sprudge's Oslo guide](https://sprudge.com/the-sprudge-guide-to-coffee-in-oslo-norway) is a useful anchor citation — Kaffa is included as one of the city's defining specialty operations. [The Coffeevine's Kaffa profile](https://thecoffeevine.com/blog/news/roaster-profile-kaffa-oslo) adds an independent specialty-media perspective. Beyond the standalone profiles, Kaffa appears in broader Nordic coffee coverage like [Perfect Daily Grind's reporting on the 2023 AeroPress Championships](https://perfectdailygrind.com/2023/09/coffee-news-recap-29-sep).
The Enebakkveien roastery is south of central Oslo, but Kaffa operates multiple espresso bars in the central city — the most-cited customer entry point is the Solli Plass bar, with the Tøyen and Steenstrupsgate locations rounding out the network. Each bar pulls Kaffa coffee on the espresso program and offers the current filter lineup.
Coffee at a Glance
- Roaster status
- PR Enriched
- Roasting style
- Precise and origin-forward; medium-roast signatures with competition-trained technique
- Best coffee drinks
- Filter coffee, Espresso, Single-origin pour-over
- Best buying path
- In store
- Online beans
- Check availability
- Specialty transparency
- Limited
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Kaffa located in Oslo?+
Kaffa is based in Oslo, Norway. A specific street address is not listed on their website, but the roastery operates both a physical retail shop and an online store at kaffa.no. Check their website or Instagram (@kaffa_oslo) for the most current location details.
What makes Kaffa stand out in the Norwegian coffee scene?+
Kaffa holds two major 2026 honors: roaster Trude is the reigning Norwegian champion in coffee roasting, and the roastery was named Nordics Best Roaster at Nordic Coffee Fest 2026. Combined with more than twenty years of direct-trade sourcing relationships, Kaffa has earned a reputation as one of Norway's most serious and longstanding specialty roasters.
What is Kaffa's roasting style?+
Kaffa roasts across a medium spectrum, with house offerings like the Oslo Mellombrent and Østmarka Espresso. Rotating single-origin lots tend toward wet-processed coffees from Honduras, Peru, and Guatemala, selected through long-standing direct-trade relationships built over more than two decades.
Does Kaffa offer coffee subscriptions or ship beans?+
Yes. Kaffa ships fresh-roasted beans throughout Norway via kaffa.no, with options for one-time purchases and recurring subscriptions in 250g or 2x250g formats.
What are the most popular coffees at Kaffa?+
The Oslo Mellombrent (medium roast) and Østmarka Espresso are among the most recognized house offerings. Reviewer impressions highlight filter coffee and espresso as standout in-shop experiences, and the monthly rotating single-origin selection draws regular attention.
Does Kaffa sell brewing equipment?+
Yes — Kaffa carries one of Norway's widest selections of coffee brewing equipment, including grinders, V60 drippers, gooseneck kettles, scales, and filters. The shop also provides in-person equipment repair services, which have earned strong loyalty from local customers.
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