Coffee people are a special breed.
Some of us need that first cup just to open our eyes… others treat coffee like a full-on art form. Either way, the world has come up with some incredibly creative ways to brew, shake, whip, and sweeten the humble coffee bean.
Inspired by Journo’s “Coffeephile” infographic — with a special Cozumel twist
What is a Coffeephile?
Journo rounded up 10 unique global styles — from Vietnam’s silky egg coffee to Greece’s beach-friendly frappé. It’s a fun look at how different cultures wake up, refuel, and caffeinate.
But here in Mexico?
Ohhh, we’ve got a little something of our own.
So after you skim the 10 unique global styles infographic, scroll down — because we added our Mexican favorite, complete with a bit of history and some Cozumel-friendly tips.
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What it is
Café de Olla is a traditional Mexican coffee brewed with:
dark coffee grounds
cinnamon sticks
piloncillo (unrefined cane sugar)
and occasionally a whisper of clove or orange peel
It’s cooked slowly in a clay pot — the olla de barro — which gives the drink a deeper, earthier flavor you can’t get from a machine.
Where it came from
The origins go back to the Mexican Revolution (1910–1920).
Soldaderas (women who traveled with and supported the troops) brewed this spiced coffee for soldiers to keep them warm, energized, and comforted during long marches.
The clay pot wasn’t just a tradition — it actually helped keep the coffee hotter, longer.
And the piloncillo? That was the energy boost of the era.
Over time, Café de Olla became a national favorite — especially in colder regions and rural towns — but coastal destinations like Cozumel serve it too, especially around holidays or cool early mornings.
When to drink it in Cozumel
Early mornings before a brisk walk 🐾
Rainy-season afternoons when the breeze hits just right
Holiday gatherings (it pairs ridiculously well with sweet bread)
Anytime you want the comforting taste of old-Mexico nostalgia
How to order it
“¿Puedo tener un café de olla, por favor?”
Not every café keeps it on the menu daily — but the ones that do, take pride in doing it right.
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How do you take your coffee?
What’s brewing where you live?
Comment below — we love hearing from our global coffee family.
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