Our Origin

Velvet Coffee began in Cafe Velvet, whose inception was rooted in a simple belief: Colombian coffee truly shines when savoured in its native soil. As a nation poised to become brewing and tasting experts, we believe that the best Colombian coffees should be available to those who have worked so hard to give the world these delicious bews.

Fueled by this passion, we introduced Café Velvet in 2014, nestled in the scenic El Poblado district of Medellin, quickly earning our stripes as a hallmark of third wave coffee culture in the city.

Over time as our aspirations evolved, we committed to building an entire coffee chain - thus, Velvet Coffee.

Guided by our vision, we channel the profits from our Colombian operation into direct purchases from the very farmers who cultivate our beans. We proudly prepay 100% for all our Colombian selections in full, compensating the growers directly in their local currency.

From there, the coffee goes in one straight line to either our Itagüí roastery or its Brussels counterpart. Our Itagüí roastery is dedicated exclusively to serving our Colombian 'tienda de café'. The true delight, though, is when the coffee producers themselves stroll into Cafe Velvet and together, over a delectable brew, we exchange tales and trends from the ever-evolving world of coffee. This moment truly captures the spirit of Velvet Coffee as its own hallmark third world, third wave specialty coffee.

The tale of Velvet Coffee is a journey through two continents - an ode to the love and dedication poured into every bean. From the warm terrains of Colombia to the artisanal roastery in Belgium, it’s a story of passion, persistence, and a shared love for coffee.