Pick any two bags of coffee from Pontes in Valby — California’s specialty coffee culture inspires this micro-roaster’s quintessentially Scandinavian roasts

At Pontes, the sun-soaked swagger of California’s third-wave coffee movement finds new form. Cali native Brian Christie and co-founder Andreas May channel the OG spirit of specialty coffee into roasts that feel unmistakably Scandi. From sourcing standout microlots to embracing natural fermentations, the duo is driven to let exceptional beans speak for themselves.

The results line the shelves in naturally processed coffees roasted just steps away. Cosmic Canopy, a floral Ethiopian Heirloom, brings lychee and lemongrass to a bright morning pour-over. Wild Roots expresses its Costa Rican origin through creamy strawberry and pecan. Hidden Hour—Pontes’ espresso-bar favorite—delivers a fruity, nutty balance that transitions seamlessly from behind the bar to your daily home brew.