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Boiled coffee

A break that belongs. In Gällivare, coffee is a natural part of being outdoors.
Whether you're fishing, hiking or just taking a walk in the woods, sooner or later you'll need coffee. It's not about making it perfect. It's about taking a break.


Why people make coffee outdoors

Cooking coffee outdoors is easy. You don't need much equipment, and it works almost everywhere.

But it's also more than that. It's a way to stop for a while.

You sit down, make coffee, eat something and take it easy. Then you continue.

What is boiled coffee?

Cooking coffee is coarsely ground coffee that is boiled directly in water, usually over an open fire or a stove.

No machine. No filter. Just coffee, water and heat.

That's how it's been done here for a long time, and it still works.

Year-round, cooking coffee works regardless of the season

  • Summer: easy, just stop and boil
  • Autumn: perfect break in the fresh air
  • Winter: extra important with something warm

In winter, it takes a little longer, but it's worth it.

How to make coffee in nature, step by step

It's not difficult. Do this:

  1. Fill a coffee pot or saucepan with water
  2. Bring the water to a boil
  3. Remove from the heat for a short while
  4. Pour in coffee (about 1 dl per litre of water)
  5. Bring it back to a boil quickly
  6. Remove from heat and let stand for a minute so the grounds sink
  7. Pour in carefully

That's it! If you want to get the grounds down faster, you can pour in a small splash of cold water at the end.

Cooking

Simple, sturdy and made to work outdoors. In Gällivare, people often cook outside. Not because it's advanced, but because it's practical.

Take a bite

Packing list for boiling coffee in the wild

You don't need much.

  • Coffee pot or saucepan
  • Coffee (coarsely ground)
  • Water
  • Coffee cup or mug

  • portable camping stove or ignition material
  • Matches or lighter

  • Seat pad
  • Something to eat (sandwich, bun, chocolate)
  • Thermos (if you want to bring ready-made coffee)
  • Knife

Fire or portable camping stove?

Both work.

Fire
Gives the feeling that many are looking for. It takes a little more time and requires permission to make a fire.

Portable camping stove
Quick and easy. Good if it's windy or if you want to keep it simple.

Making coffee is not something advanced.
It's a habit.

You go out, make coffee, take a break.
Then you continue.

- Satisfied coffee drinker