Latin American coffee tops TasteAtlas' 2025 ranking, and it's not Colombian: These are the best in the world.

Latin American coffee growing is once again making headlines around the world. The renowned magazine TasteAtlas published its list of the best coffee recipes worldwide, with a Latin American country taking first place.

This ranking serves as a culinary guide for lovers of world cuisine. It covers everything from typical dishes to ancient and traditional recipes from each country.

The methodology for this ranking takes into account user ratings on various digital platforms. The list also includes a filter to evaluate ratings that are not considered authentic and are generated by artificial intelligence.

The honor belongs to Cuban coffee. It was chosen first among 66 coffee recipes from different parts of the world, covering different latitudes and preparations.

For this ranking, recipes for hot coffee, cold brew coffee, and coffee with local ingredients from each of the cuisines evaluated were considered. In this context, Cuban coffee is positioned as the finest among these 66.

The expert publication describes this coffee as "a unique type of pre-sweetened espresso, originating in Cuba and known as Cuban coffee, it is often referred to as Cuban espresso, Cuban coffee, Cuban tirada, or Cuban shot. While it enjoys a unique status in Cuba, where it has traditionally been considered the essential social and cultural beverage."

In an interview with Perfect Daily Grind , Cuban coffee expert Martín Mayorga states that "Cuban coffee is a combination of highly concentrated coffee with a lot of sugar, which creates a syrupy, full-bodied beverage."

In Cuba and in Cuban communities around the world, coffee is part of a tradition that has accompanied them for many years.

No recipes made with Colombian coffee appeared in the most recent ranking. However, it's worth noting that Colombia ranked sixth among the largest producers globally. It is joined by countries such as Panama, Ethiopia, and Guatemala.

Colombian coffee and its production are recognized for its innovative fermentation methods and the careful cultivation of special varieties.

Varieties like the one produced at Granja La Esperanza in Cali stand out for their production methods and the wide variety of flavors they offer.

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