International Coffee Day 2026: Check Date, Theme, History, Celebrations; Which Countries, Indian States Drink the Most Coffee?

International Coffee Day 2026 will be celebrated on October 1, highlighting coffee’s global importance and the livelihoods that depend on it. The International Coffee Organization (ICO) has launched its 2026 campaign, “Coffee is Part of the Solution,” positioning the coffee sector’s contribution to sustainable development at the centre of this year’s observance.

Why International Coffee Day Is Celebrated

International Coffee Day is marked annually on October 1. ICO member states agreed in March 2014 to carve a common date for the celebration. The day recognises the diversity and quality of coffee while highlighting participants across the coffee value chain.

It also emphasises sustainability, climate risks, productivity and economic resilience.

Coffee Day 2026 Theme

For 2026, the ICO’s campaign is titled “Coffee is Part of the Solution.” The organisation says coffee offers income for 12.5 million farming families and plays an important role in socio-economic development in producing regions.

The campaign underscores coffee’s contribution to sustainability and development and highlights cooperation across the value chain.

India’s Coffee Industry

India has a distinct position in the global coffee sector. The Coffee Board of India, under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, says coffee is traditionally cultivated in the Western Ghats, particularly Karnataka, Kerala and Tamil Nadu. Cultivation has also expanded into Andhra Pradesh, Odisha and northeastern states.

India’s coffee is predominantly export-oriented. The Coffee Board states that about 65-70% of domestic coffee production is exported, while Indian Robusta has developed a presence in markets.

According to the Coffee Board’s 2024-25 annual report, India’s estimated coffee production reached a record 3,63,500 metric tonnes, comprising 1,05,700 tonnes of Arabica and 2,57,800 tonnes of Robusta. India exported 3,88,925 tonnes of coffee, including re-exports, to 126 countries during the year.

Sustainability and the Future Behind Coffee

International Coffee Day also offers a chance to review how the sector can remain resilient as producers face changing weather conditions, production costs and evolving global demand. India’s Coffee Board promotes sustainability standards and research.

The day also marks the economic chain behind every cup and the need for sustainable production, stronger farmer livelihoods, innovation and cooperation across the coffee industry.

Finland Leads the List

Finland ranks first, with people consuming about 11.9 kg of coffee per person annually. Coffee is deeply integrated into Finnish daily life, with regular coffee breaks forming part of social and workplace culture.

Norway follows with 9.8 kg per person, while Iceland ranks third at 9 kg annually. Denmark is fourth, recording consumption of 8.8 kg per person.

European Countries Dominate Coffee Consumers List

The Netherlands comes fifth at 8.4 kg per person, followed by Sweden at 8.2 kg. Switzerland takes seventh place with 7.9 kg, while Belgium records 6.8 kg per person.

Canada is the only non-European country among the top 10, ranking ninth with annual consumption of 6.5 kg per person. Austria completes the list at 6.2 kg.

Indian States which Drink Most Coffee in 2026

Tamil Nadu is the state that drinks the most coffee in India, followed by Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Kerala. According to data from the Coffee Board of India and market studies, South India dominates the national coffee consumption landscape, comprising 75% to 80% of the total domestic intake.