Dateline: Copenhagen, the 12 months 2026. Townβs broadly admired espresso scene has been a frequent flier during the last nigh-twenty years of this espresso internet log, and but, the Danes demand extra. A brand new espresso bar is newly opened on Vesterbro, within the metropolisβs picturesque western flank. Itβs known as Recent Pots. We zoom in to be taught extra.
The 2026 Construct-outs of Espresso is introduced byΒ DONA,Β Pacific Barista Sequence, andΒ La Marzocco.
As informed to Sprudge by Tom Borup James.
For many who arenβt acquainted, will you inform us about your organization?
Weβre a restaurant. Thatβs it. Specializing in brining good espresso to a well-established local people on Vesterbro in Copenhagen. Me and my enterprise accomplice, Rasmus, share the concept espresso is extra about individuals than the brewing itself. That being mentioned, we additionally purpose for hight high quality within the merchandise we serve. We simply need it to really feel homey and accessible. For everybodyβnot simply espresso heads.
Are you able to inform us a bit concerning the new house?
The constructing itself is situated in certainly one of western Copenhagenβs oldest components. There was as soon as a brewery in our again yard and the employees would stay cheaply within the residences above us. Thatβs a bit concerning the historical past. Recent Pots is a espresso store, not a restaurant. Weβre bringing again bar-seating; the outdated Italian custom. An enormous, mahogany bar the place espresso is served quick and with love. The house itself seems like a mixture of some issues. There are components of a 70βs U.S diner, Mexico, and southern Italyβand naturally with a Danish/Scandinavian twist. We serve espresso, bread with cheese, and croissants. Easy. The concept is have a welcoming house that makes you survive the Danish winter.
Whatβs your method to espresso?
We solely serve one to 2 beans on bar. Not too difficult. I fell in love with espresso by consuming washed, mild roasted espresso. My buddy, Nobuaki, whoβs a roaster right here in Copenhagen actually formed my style in some ways. He roasts mild and primarily washed coffees however with excessive taste growthβI like that model. Thats method I selected POMA for the cafe. A roaserty primarily based right here in Copenhagen who primarily does espresso analysis. In addition they promote espresso and Iβm fortunate sufficient to have the ability to serve that. Washed solely.
Any machines, coffees, particular tools lined up?
We selected to go together with an outdated La Marzocco FB70. its a lovely machine. In addition to that, a MalkΓΆnig EK43 and a BUNN Axiom. No pour-over.
How is your mission contemplating sustainability?
I believe selecting POMA as our solely espresso provider is the absolute best strategy to exemplify sustainability in espresso. By means of their analysis and shut work with the origins they work with, the producers can produce higher and extra sustainable espresso. Thatβs a win for everybody.
Whatβs your hopeful goal opening date/month?
Weβre aiming to open in late August.
Are you working with craftspeople, architects, and/or creatives that you justβd like to say?
Sure. Our bar has been constructed by two younger carpenters, Thomas and Harry. They run the corporate Juhl Willacy primarily based right here in Copenhagen. Theyβve constructed a lovely piece for usβitβs the guts of the espresso store and the place wouldnβt be the identical with out that piece.
Thanks!
Thanks very a lot π We are able toβt wait to open
The 2026 Construct-outs of Espresso is introduced byΒ DONA,Β Pacific Barista Sequence, andΒ La Marzocco.
