From the bustling cafes in big cities to the cozy bars in small villages, coffee is an integral part of Spanish culture. We will analyze, through collected data, the average prices of coffee in different regions of Spain and discover the factors that can influence their variation. In addition, we will discover the different coffee options, from the traditional café con leche to the modern variants such as café cortado or café conheelo.
The price of one Cup of coffee may vary depending on where it is consumed and various factors. In Spain the average price of a cup of coffee between €1.20 and €2, although it is possible to find higher prices in luxury establishments. In neighborhood cafes or simpler establishments it is common to find lower prices, around €1 and in some exceptional cases even under one euro. On the other hand, the price of a cup of coffee in higher class cafes or restaurants can reach €2 or even higher.
The location of a bar or cafe can play a major role in the price of a cup of coffee. In tourist areas or busy cities, where demand for coffee is high, prices can be higher than in smaller towns or villages. This is because the rental prices and other operating costs are higher in popular areas. Therefore, cafes in these areas will have to increase their prices to make a profit.
On the other side, in less touristy areas or off the beaten path, coffee prices may be lower. This may be due to lower rental prices and less competition, meaning cafes can afford to keep their prices slightly lower.
In this newspaper they looked at the structure of the price for a cup of coffee. They charge an average price of €0.14 for the coffee itself, €0.11 for milk, €0.05 for sugar, €0.33 for personnel and local costs and €0.07 for electricity. With this calculation comes the cost of a cup of coffee on average €0.70.
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Cafe con leche
One of the most popular coffee options in Spain is the cafe con leche, which literally translates to “coffee with milk”. It’s a delicious one combination of espresso and hot milkserved in a large cup or glass.
The prices for this classic Spanish coffee is different in different regions of the country. This is how a café con leche costs Madrid €1.50 and may increase to €1.80 in some areas Barcelona. In Bilbao a coffee with hot milk can easily cost €1.70 Valencia €1.60 and in Seville €1.40.
As can be seen, the prices for a café con leche somewhat by region. This may be due to factors such as location and type of establishment. In general, prices are quite comparable in major cities, while they can be slightly higher in tourist areas.
Besides location and type of establishment, there are other factors that can influence the price of a café con leche. It is one of them time of day on which you order the drink. In some cafés the price of a café con leche can increase be higher during breakfast or lunchwhen the demand for coffee is highest.
In addition, the size of the cup or glass in which the coffee is served influence the price. Some cafes offer different sizes, with corresponding prices. So it is important to ask about the size and price before placing your order.
Other coffee options
In addition to the traditional cafe con leche, there are countless other coffee options available in Spain. Let’s take a look at some of the most popular options and their average prices.
Cafe solo
The cafe solo is the Spanish version of a espresso. It is a small cup of strong coffee, without adding milk. The average price for a café solo is around €1 to €1.30, although this can vary depending on the location and type of establishment.
Cafe cortado
A café cortado is one espresso (café solo) with a small amount of hot milk. It’s similar to one macchiato in other countries (but certainly not the same according to experts). The average price for a café cortado is about €1.20.
Café con heelo
In the summer months there is a café con heelo a popular choice among Spaniards. It is a espresso served with a glass with ice cubes, making it a refreshing option for hot days. The average price for a café con helelo is about €1.50.
Carajillo
A Carajillo is traditionally made with a strong black coffee, such as espresso. The coffee is then supplemented with a dash brandy, usually about 50 milliliters. The brandy can also be replaced with other alcoholic drinks, such as rum, whisky, orujo or baileys. Due to the addition of alcohol, the price also increases, on average between €2.30 and €2.80.
