CC UMC Amsterdam (Coffeecompany)

CC UMC Amsterdam is a Coffeecompany branch located in Amsterdam-Zuidoost. The location is situated at UMC Amsterdam, location AMC, at Meibergdreef 9 in Amsterdam. The public location page confirms the existence of this branch and lists its opening hours. A publicly documented opening date for this specific bar was not found, leaving it unclear exactly when the business began operating at this location.

The context of this branch lies primarily in the brand’s history. According to company information, the first Coffeecompany opened in 1996 at Leidsestraat 60 in Amsterdam. The concept emerged from two distinct interests: coffee played a central role for Dick de Kock, while Rick Bekkema focused on the urban coffee ritual he had observed in New York and London. In later reports, De Kock and Bekkema are explicitly named as the founders of Coffeecompany.

This origin story helps to contextualize the position of CC UMC Amsterdam. The branch is not described as a standalone concept, but as part of a chain with a recognizable formula. Coffeecompany links this formula to neighborhood locations, a broad vision of coffee, and an approach where origin and quality are given a visible place. Thus, the brand presents its locations not just as points of sale, but as parts of a larger network surrounding coffee in the city.

When it comes to the coffee offering at CC UMC Amsterdam, the available information is primarily brand-level. Since 2013, Coffeecompany has been roasting part of its selection in its own roastery in Amsterdam-Oost. According to public records, this roastery produces single-origin coffees and experiments with blends. Mentioned origins include Ethiopia, Kenya, Guatemala, El Salvador, and Honduras, which gives us a good idea of the style and structure of the brand’s assortment.

A location-specific menu for CC UMC Amsterdam is not publicly documented, nor is there an overview of the machines or brewing equipment used at this specific site. However, Coffeecompany describes several brewing methods at the brand level that are visible to the public. These include the Aeropress, cafetière, Chemex, pour-over or drip, and flash brew. This list demonstrates that the brand promotes a variety of filter and extraction methods.

Regarding beverage categories, Coffeecompany lists classic and contemporary milk and espresso drinks, such as the flat white, cortado, and iced latte. Since the CC UMC Amsterdam location page does not publish a separate menu, it cannot be determined with certainty which drinks are permanently or seasonally available at this location. The available data therefore provides insight into the brand’s broader product framework rather than the daily offerings of this specific branch.

There is little concrete public material available regarding local activities at CC UMC Amsterdam. No public trace was found of workshops, tastings, exhibitions, or recurring events at this location. Furthermore, industry-specific documentation regarding collaborations with creators, artists, or designers is missing. This is noteworthy because, at a general level, the brand indicates that its locations frequently facilitate performances and provide wall space for local designers and artists.

At the chain level, some social activities are described. Coffeecompany communicates about annual coffee collections in December for De Regenboog Groep, with Primavera Green Coffee mentioned as a partner for donated coffee. While this speaks to the brand’s social positioning, it doesn’t automatically translate to the daily practice at CC UMC Amsterdam. Consequently, the public image of community activities for this specific location remains limited.

Information regarding sourcing and sustainability is more extensive than the data on the location itself. Coffeecompany states that it sources coffee independently, either directly from farmers or via importers. Direct contact with coffee farmers and pricing linked to quality are core components of this approach. Additionally, Coffeecompany has participated in Cup of Excellence since 2001, citing Buena Vista from Honduras, purchased through that system, as an example.

External reporting partially complements this picture. For instance, it has been reported that since 2015, Coffeecompany has sourced coffee from Colombian producer Oscar Hoyos, supporting improvements in production. Furthermore, public sustainability measures visible to consumers have been mentioned. The company announced that the surcharge for plant-based milk was removed at most locations. Additionally, a 0.10 euro surcharge was introduced for disposable plastic cups, alongside a 0.20 euro discount for using a reusable cup.

Specific press attention or awards for CC UMC Amsterdam are not publicly documented in the researched material. However, such documentation exists at the brand level. Articles have appeared about founder Dick de Kock and a retrospective on 25 years of Coffeecompany. Additionally, Coffeecompany was included in Misset Horeca’s Horeca Top 100 in 2019. While publicly accessible information remains limited, this mention shows that the brand has gained visibility outside its own channels.

Taken together, a clear but uneven picture emerges. For CC UMC Amsterdam itself, primarily address details and brand affiliation are publicly recorded. Public documentation remains limited regarding details on history, menu, equipment, and local programming. Therefore, anyone wanting to understand this location must look toward the broader story of Coffeecompany: an Amsterdam-based chain founded in 1996, built around coffee, urban rituals, its own roasting, and a publicly communicated focus on origin and sourcing.