Fika Spice™ FAQ | Answers About Fika, Coffee Spices & More
What is Fika Spice?
Fika Spice™ is our signature Scandinavian-inspired blend of nine antioxidant-rich spices-crafted to elevate your coffee, tea, and everyday foods while inviting you to slow down and savor the moment.
What spices are in Fika Spice?
Fika Spice is made from nine carefully selected spices:
• Ceylon Cinnamon
• Cocoa
• Madagascar Vanilla Bean Powder
• Ginger
• Nutmeg
• Turmeric
• Cardamom
• Cayenne Pepper
• Clove
Together these spices create a balanced blend that enhances coffee with warmth, depth, and natural aroma.
How do you use Fika Spice?
Sprinkle more or less into your coffee or tea and make your fika your own. Some people sprinkle it on top. Others put it in the bottom of the cup and pour coffee over it. You can stir it, swirl it, or let the spices sit and release their aroma. It is also delicious in oatmeal, yogurt, fruit, toast, smoothies, pancakes, waffles, muffins, baked goods and cooking.
How much Fika Spice should I use in coffee?
There is no required measurement. Sprinkle more or less and adjust until the layers of flavor are right for you.
You can add it:
• directly into coffee grounds before brewing
• to the bottom of your coffee cup before pouring
• sprinkled on top of lattes or cappuccinos
Everyone develops their own favorite ritual. Some prefer mixing it into the coffee, while others enjoy sprinkling it over the foam.
What does Fika Spice taste like?
Fika Spice has a warm, aromatic flavor with notes of cinnamon, cardamom, vanilla, cocoa, and ginger. The blend creates a comforting spice profile that enhances coffee and baked goods without overpowering them.
Warm, aromatic and gently complex, with notes of cinnamon, cardamom, vanilla, cocoa and ginger. Original Fika Spice™ has no added sugar.
Is Fika Spice healthy?
Fika Spice™ is made with nine real spices that naturally contain antioxidant compounds. It contains no artificial flavors or syrups. It is a simple, delicious way to enjoy a wider variety of real spices as part of your daily routine.
What is the difference between Fika Spice and Maple Sugar Fika Spice?
Fika Spice is our original blend of pure spices with no added sweeteners.
Maple Sugar Fika Spice includes natural maple sugar for a touch of sweetness, making it perfect for people who prefer slightly sweeter coffee or baked goods.
Our maple sugar comes from Wisconsin maple producers.
What is a Fika Finish™?
A Fika Finish™ is a simple spiced rim made with Maple Sugar Fika Spice™. Just moisten the rim of your mug with a little water or maple syrup, then dip it into the spice blend. It adds warmth, gentle sweetness, and a cozy café-style finish to coffee, lattes, and other favorite drinks.
What are the best spices to add to coffee?
Many cultures add warming spices to coffee to enhance flavor and aroma. Some of the most popular spices for coffee include:
• Cinnamon
• Cardamom
• Cocoa
• Nutmeg
• Ginger
• Clove
• Vanilla
• Turmeric
Fika Spice combines many of these classic coffee spices into one balanced blend that makes it easy to upgrade your coffee with a simple sprinkle.
Can you put spices in coffee?
Yes. Adding spices to coffee is a tradition practiced around the world. In Scandinavia, the Middle East, and many other cultures, spices are used to enhance coffee's flavor and create comforting drinks.
Spices like cinnamon, cardamom, cocoa, and ginger pair beautifully with coffee and can make everyday coffee taste richer and more aromatic.
What is a coffee spice blend?
A coffee spice blend is a mixture of warming spices designed to complement coffee. These blends add depth, aroma, and flavor without relying on artificial syrups or heavy sweeteners.
Fika Spice is a handcrafted coffee spice blend inspired by Scandinavian coffee traditions and the daily ritual of fika.
What is fika?
Fika is a beloved Scandinavian tradition of taking a break to enjoy coffee, conversation, and something sweet. Originating in Sweden, fika is more than just a coffee break—it is a daily ritual that encourages slowing down and appreciating the moment.
Inspired by this tradition, Fika Spice was created to help turn everyday coffee into a warm, relaxing ritual.
Is Fika Spice gluten-free and vegan?
Yes. Fika Spice is made entirely from pure spices and contains no gluten, dairy, or animal products. It is naturally vegan, gluten-free, and keto-friendly.
How long does Fika Spice last?
When stored in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, Fika Spice maintains its peak flavor for 1–2 years. Keep the lid tightly sealed to preserve freshness and aroma.
Discover the Scandinavian coffee ritual
Inspired by the Nordic tradition of enjoying coffee slowly and intentionally, Fika Spice makes it easy to add warming spices like cinnamon, cocoa, and cardamom to your daily coffee routine.