Kahls Kaffe AB is a Gothenburg-based family-owned company with a tradition dating back to 1911. With a strong focus on customer satisfaction, the company strives to be the leading supplier of coffee and tea in all of Sweden.
History
The story began on 20 April 1911, when Carl Birger Nilsson borrowed 50 kronor from his older brother Johan to buy coffee to sell to women in Haga. In 1915, the very first shop was opened at Nordenskiöldsgatan 23 in Gothenburg. More shops were established, and at its peak there were ten shops spread around Gothenburg.
The classic logo was created by designer Vicke Lindstrand in 1925.
Customer focus
The company strives to create products that meet the expectations of customers and consumers. In the 1960s, many customers contacted the then CEO Gunnar Nilsson and top salesman Oswald Mattson with requests to have the coffee packaged in 125-gram packs. At that time, the coffee was packed manually in paper bags. Following increasing demand, Kahls invested in a machine to pack the bags in 1968. These portion packs are still one of the best-selling products. The company has maintained Gunnar Nilsson's approach over the years – working with customers to adapt and improve equipment and product ranges in line with consumer preferences. Modern production facility
In 1987, the third-generation CEO, Mats Nilsson, took over the business from his father. A year later, the company's production facility was moved to Högsbo in Gothenburg. The new facility was better suited to Kahl's operations. Since then, the factory has been expanded five times and continuously modernised. Today, Sweden's largest tea blending facility is also located close to the roastery. Through constant upgrades to the production facility, the company remains at the forefront of environmental and quality issues, which is of utmost importance to both the company and its customers. Sustainable purchasing Kahls purchases coffee and tea directly from the countries of origin to ensure quality, traceability and long-term partnerships. Suppliers range from small farms to cooperatives with thousands of members. Through close contact with producers, the company can also ensure that transport is carried out in a sustainable manner – economically, ecologically and socially. Just as the company strives for sustainable business relationships with its customers, it also wishes to maintain sustainable partnerships with its suppliers. Kahls The & Kaffehandel
Kahls The & Kaffehandel is a modern specialist shop offering a complete range of coffee, tea and chocolate. They also provide the accessories needed to create the perfect moment of enjoyment and everyday luxury.
The company's ambition is to be a source of inspiration for everything related to tea and coffee drinking. They are constantly working to maximise customer enjoyment and ensure that Kahls' high quality can be experienced in the best possible way. The company strives to be the obvious choice when looking for a present or gift and is passionate about continuous training in tea and coffee in order to offer its customers that little bit extra.
