Sip, Savour, Celebrate: International Coffee Day - 1 October 2025
Coffee lovers, this is your moment. International Coffee Day lands on Wednesday, 1 October 2025 - the perfect excuse (as if you needed one) to celebrate the daily ritual that fuels creativity, connection and those glorious “one more cup” mornings.
But why do we celebrate International Coffee Day at all? Let’s take a quick look at the story behind it before diving into how you can make the most of the day with Moon Roast coffee.
Why do we have International Coffee Day?
International Coffee Day is more than just a marketing gimmick (though yes, plenty of cafés will tempt you with special offers). It exists for three big reasons:
1. Celebrating coffee culture
Coffee is one of the world’s most loved drinks, second only to water. In the UK, around 95 million cups are consumed every single day. The day shines a spotlight on coffee as a unifier - a drink that sparks conversations, fuels work and brings friends together.
2. Recognising the global coffee journey
Coffee doesn’t simply appear in your cup. International Coffee Day encourages us to think about the incredible supply chain - farmers, producers, importers, roasters and baristas - all working together to make that daily brew possible.
3. Raising awareness of sustainability and fair pay
Coffee is grown in some of the world’s most climate-vulnerable regions, and farmers often face low prices for their hard work. The day highlights the importance of sustainable sourcing and fair trade, urging us to choose roasters (like Moon Roast) who support better practices.
Think of it as a reminder to pause, appreciate your cup, and the hands that helped craft it.
How to celebrate International Coffee Day
1) Start with better beans
Great coffee begins with freshly roasted, quality beans. If you usually grab whatever’s closest on the supermarket shelf, today’s the day to upgrade. Look for:
Freshness: a recent roast date over a vague “best before.”
Transparency: origin, process, and tasting notes on the bag.
Grind on demand: whole beans stay brighter longer—grind just before brewing.
Ready to step up? Explore the range at Moon Roast coffee - and pick a bag that matches your taste (chocolatey and nutty for milk drinks, fruity and floral for black brews), plus get 10% off when you quote INTERNATIONAL10.
2) Brew it better in under 5 minutes
Your everyday cup deserves an upgrade. You don’t need fancy kit to make café-quality coffee at home. Try one of these quick wins:
- Cafetiere for cosy mornings
- AeroPress for quick hits on busy days
- V60 pour-over for when you’re feeling fancy
Search for your new coffee brewing equipment here.
3) Taste like a pro
Turn your morning mug into a mini tasting:
- Aroma: sniff grounds and brew - what jumps out?
- Sip & slurp: oxygen opens flavours.
- Notes: chocolate, nuts, berries, citrus, caramel?
- Finish: quick and clean, or long and syrupy?
When you order beans from Moon Roast, use these notes to choose a coffee that suits your palate. Alternatively, learn how to make café grade coffee drinks at home and discover more about the art and science of great coffee - book a Moon Roast barista course here.
4) Make it social
Coffee is better shared. For International Coffee Day:
- Host a tasting with two different origins.
- Bring quality beans into the office.
- Gift a bag to a friend who’s stuck with instant.
5) Join the sustainable coffee movement
International Coffee Day is also about awareness. A few small switches can reduce your impact:
- Compost your grounds.
- Switch to a reusable cup, such as our Yeti Rambler travel cup
- Support roasters who care about traceability, sustainability and fair pay - like Moon Roast.
Final sip
International Coffee Day is your permission slip to slow down, savour and celebrate the tiny ritual that makes such a big difference to our lives. It’s a chance to appreciate the craft, the culture and the communities behind every cup.
So, whether you’re experimenting with a new brew method, sharing a tasting with friends, or simply enjoying a quiet moment with your morning mug, raise it high today.
And if you’re looking to make your cup truly special, discover what’s freshly roasted at Moon Roast coffee - because the best way to celebrate coffee is to drink it well.
Browse our coffee range here and get 10% off, quoting INTERNATIONAL10.
