Lisbon's Fabrica Coffee Roasters Named Among World's Best
Lisbon-based Fabrica Coffee Roasters has been voted one of the world's best for the second consecutive year. The popular coffee shop, which operates six locations in the city, is known for its high-quality coffee and distinct atmosphere.
- Fabrica Coffee Roasters was established in 2015 by Stanislav Benderski, who was inspired to bring the culture of specialty coffee to Portugal after experiencing it in Nuremberg, Germany. - The company is considered a pioneer of the "third wave" coffee movement in Lisbon, introducing a focus on bean origin, artisanal roasting, and advanced brewing methods to the city. - Emphasizing ethical sourcing, Fabrica practices direct trade by building relationships with coffee producers globally to ensure fair compensation and sustainable farming. - All of the company's coffee is roasted in-house at their own roastery, which was initially in their first shop and later moved to a newer, larger location. - The founder, Stanislav Benderski, has an international background, having emigrated from Russia to Portugal with his parents before living abroad and then returning to launch the coffee business. - From its first shop, the company has grown to operate seven locations across Lisbon and Porto and also offers an international coffee subscription service.
