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La Cabra

Editorial sacred-geometry artwork for La Cabra; not a documentary photograph
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Farm level
TagsLa CabraNew York coffee roastersColombiaEthiopiaIndependentFarm levelRoasts in-house
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La Cabra is a modern, internationally recognized specialty coffee roaster and bakery that originated in Denmark. They are defined by a commitment to light-roast profiles that showcase the unique characteristics of their green coffee. With a roastery and cafe presence in Brooklyn, they focus on building long-term relationships with producers to provide a transparent and seasonal coffee experience.

Ownership
La Cabra is an independent coffee company founded by Esben Piper in Aarhus, Denmark, and remains privately held.
Founded
2011
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
La Cabra is internationally celebrated for its bright, modern, and light-roast Nordic style. They are known for a transparent, minimalist approach to roasting that emphasizes the innate quality and complexity of the raw material.
Sourcing countries
Colombia · Ethiopia
Farm-level sourcing
La Cabra sources coffee directly from producers and through select importing partners. They emphasize transparency by highlighting specific washing stations, collectives, and individual farmers, such as the CDNT collective in Colombia. Their offerings are primarily single-origin, reflecting the seasonality of harvests.
Notable coffees
  • — Megadu
  • — Huro Tibro
In the news

Recent news and media coverage about La Cabra, as documented by outside outlets. We link to the original reporting and do not rewrite or endorse it.

2026-10-20 · Worldnews.com
Danish coffee brand La Cabra brings pop-up to Shanghai

La Cabra has launched a temporary pop-up location at Longfeng PRSCO in Shanghai, China. The site, which serves the brand's signature coffee and Danish pastries, is scheduled to remain open through December 31, 2026.

2026-10-16 · NYC for FREE
La Cabra Chelsea Grand Opening

Danish coffee brand La Cabra opened a new flagship café and bakery location in Manhattan's Chelsea neighborhood at the Lantern House. The space features design elements inspired by Danish train interiors and continues the brand's expansion within New York City.

2026-10-13 · World Coffee Portal
Denmark’s La Cabra launches in Spain with boutique bakery-café

La Cabra has expanded its international footprint by opening a new boutique bakery-café in Madrid, Spain. This marks the brand's first European expansion outside of its home market in Denmark, following its previous entry into the New York, Bangkok, and Muscat markets.

2026-05-06 · New York Media Press Room
Introducing New York Perks

New York magazine partnered with La Cabra to offer subscribers complimentary coffee and cardamom buns at the brand's three New York City locations during the month of May. This promotion highlights La Cabra's established presence in the Soho, East Village, and Bushwick neighborhoods.

Sources used in this deep dive
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-11-03. This company overview is not a tasting review. Original tasting reviews are labeled separately when they exist. Ownership, roasting and sourcing details are attributed to documented sources. While the brand provides extensive information on their sourcing philosophy and specific regions, a comprehensive list of every current farm partner is not explicitly indexed in a single static document.

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