Nous – Coffee Store

Nous – Coffee Store is a specialty coffee shop in Amsterdam. Public sources list Haarlemmerplein 29HS or 29 in 1013 HP Amsterdam as its first documented address. According to public information, Louis Tomasoa and Koen van Meersbergen are the founders. The two reportedly met while working at the clothing store About. Drawing from this retail background, they made the transition into specialty coffee.

The first location at Haarlemmerplein became visible to the public in late 2023. Local reports from late November 2023 mentioned that the shop had been open for about five weeks following a renovation period of similar length. Other public descriptions from December 2023 also placed the opening in the preceding weeks. Based on this, the launch of the first location can be dated to the final months of 2023.

In public communications, the concept is described as a community-focused meeting spot centered around specialty coffee, matcha, pastries, and music. This image is echoed in external descriptions, which emphasize a minimalist setup, a bright interior with white and lilac accents, large windows, and an atmosphere designed for conversation and lingering. As such, the shop positions itself not just as a takeaway point, but as a place where guests are encouraged to stay.

The official website now lists two locations in Amsterdam. In addition to Haarlemmerplein, Docklandsweg is also mentioned. This makes it clear that Nous is no longer limited to a single location. The provided sources contain no further information regarding exactly when the second location opened.

The publicly available menu page shows a classic selection of espresso-based drinks, including espresso, americano, cortado, cappuccino, flat white, and latte. Additionally, batch brew filter coffee is listed. Based on the researched material, batch brew is the only filter method explicitly documented as a permanent part of the offering.

Alongside the usual coffee drinks, several unique beverages are described publicly. Examples include the Nous latte, matcha latte, hot chocolate, and magic lemonade. The Nous latte was described in a local article as a pink signature drink that was still under development. The magic lemonade was described as a drink that changes from blue to lilac once lemon is added. This presentation indicates a focus on visual appeal, although the actual foundation of the menu remains widely recognizable within the specialty coffee sector.

The provided sources do not unambiguously name a permanent house roaster for the Haarlemmerplein location. However, Five Ways Coffee Roasters has been linked to Nous via a bar takeover in 2026, where filter coffees from that roaster were the centerpiece. This suggests a collaborative spirit, but not necessarily a structural supply relationship. Other manual brewing methods besides batch brew are not clearly established in the reviewed material.

Public Instagram posts show that Nous utilizes collaborations as part of its programming. For instance, on the second day of Easter, Ben from Five Ways took over the bar for a presentation of filter coffees. Another post documents a Guest Bar collaboration with Uncommon Amsterdam in April 2026. These examples point to a format where guest baristas or other coffee businesses are temporarily featured within the shop.

The second location on Docklandsweg also appears within a public event context. A Meetup listing mentions that location as the starting point for a photo walk by Photography Community Amsterdam on March 21, 2026. This demonstrates that Nous is connected not only to the coffee crowd but also to broader urban communities. At the same time, workshops, formal cuppings, or exhibitions are not concretely documented in the researched sources for the location at Haarlemmerplein.

Information regarding the origin of the coffee beans is limited, though not absent. An Instagram caption refers to carefully selected single-origin beans from various parts of the world. Additionally, an Amsterdam coffee guide described the focus of Nous as being centered on ethically sourced beans. While such phrasing indicates a direction, it does not include a detailed explanation of suppliers, trade models, or verification.

Public data remains sparse regarding other sustainability aspects. No detailed policies on waste, packaging, certifications, direct trade relationships, or CO2 reduction were found in the researched material. It is publicly mentioned, however, that Nous baked some of the cookies in-house and sourced cinnamon and cardamom buns from Selma’s in Amsterdam-West. This shows that the assortment is partly produced internally and partly sourced locally.

Since its opening, Nous has received several mentions in local and urban media. The shop appeared in reports about the opening at Haarlemmerplein and was later included in guides about coffee shops in Amsterdam. The name also popped up in a coffee-to-go overview and in a municipal guide of coffee locations. Such mentions demonstrate public visibility within the Amsterdam coffee sector. No prices or awards are documented in the provided sources.

Overall, the researched sources present Nous as an Amsterdam coffee shop that combines specialty coffee with a neighborhood-oriented concept, a limited but recognizable beverage menu, and occasional collaborations with other names in the sector. The available public information primarily provides insight into the atmosphere, menu, and visibility in the city, while deeper details regarding sourcing and sustainability policies remain largely undeveloped.