All I want for Christmas is good coffee.
Forget the socks, the sweaters, the endless gadgets when the mornings are frosty and the nights draw in early, what really matters is a cup of something magical. A coffee that warms your hands, wakes your senses, and wraps you up in rich, seasonal flavors. Fidela Coffee’s Christmas Selection promises exactly that: a brew that tastes like mulled wine, sweet clementines, and all the winter spices you could dream of.
Even looking at the artwork on the bag makes me feel cosy. It seemed like the perfect bag to kick Collins Coffee Corner Coffee Beans Review off with.
I brought this to Charleston with me and made it at a friends house while staying there. And I think waking up with the morning light, throwing this in my hand grinder and brewing away was just like chilling fireside.
About this Fidela Coffee
The Christmas Selection from Fidela Coffee brings the festive spirit straight into your mug. This holiday roast promises a heartwarming blend of winter flavours in a mug. Designed to evoke the feeling of sitting fireside (which would be strange in the morning, we have under floor heating) with good company, it’s a coffee that pairs best with wooly socks and a little bit of nostalgia… I wrote this thinking whiskey. It’s freezing in a keepcup being drank while deicing the car more like.
The profile is rich and festive, yet manages to stay clean and vibrant. There’s a sweetness here that reminds you of candied oranges, while a comforting mulled wine spiceiness weaves through every sip. It’s a roast that feels thoughtful, like someone packed a Christmas card into each cup.
About Fidela Coffee Roasters
Fidela isn’t just another specialty coffee brand trying to ride the third-wave hype. They’ve got dirt under their fingernails and generations of know-how in their blood.
- Farms in Nariño, Colombia – family-run, high altitude, detail-obsessed.
- Roastery in Coleraine, Northern Ireland – clean, light roasting with purpose.
- Full control from seed to sip – meaning zero surprises, all quality.
They roast with clarity. No overcooked beans. No flavour notes that disappear faster than your motivation on a Monday morning. Just honest coffee — done properly.
- Mission: Fidela Coffee is passionate about bridging the gap between small farms and specialty coffee lovers, with an emphasis on ethical sourcing, environmental care, and exceptional roasting.
- Fun fact: Their Christmas Selection is a limited annual drop, built to capture cozy holiday flavors with serious specialty coffee quality.
First Impressions
As soon as the hot water hits the grounds, the aroma rushes out like stepping into a Christmas market. Notes of cinnamon, cloves, orange zest, and something slightly boozy (think mulled wine simmering on a stove) fill the air. It’s comforting, cozy, and immediately festive without feeling overwhelming.
The bloom on the pour was lively and rich, hinting at a thick, syrupy body to come.
Tasting Notes
First sip: There’s a bright citrus pop right at the front — a burst of juicy, ripe clementine — followed by a deep, spicy warmth. The mulled wine note isn’t just spice; it’s also the jammy, red fruit sweetness of dried cranberries or mulberries. Mid-palate, the flavors deepen with gentle notes of nutmeg, clove, and a velvety cocoa base.
Finish: Long, warming, and spiced — leaving the taste of cinnamon and a hint of orange peel lingering after each sip. Like a great holiday memory, it sticks around.
Also how cool is this “We are happy to serve you” – for those who don’t know this is how most street vender coffee is served in Manhattan (only the cup is paper) this is ceramic. I love it!
Final Verdict
The Fidela Coffee Christmas Selection is everything you want from a festive coffee: vibrant, sweet, nostalgic, and a little bit magical. It’s bright enough for morning sipping but rich enough to end your evening. Perfect for pairing with winter desserts — or just curling up with a good book.
If you want a Christmas coffee that feels genuinely special, not just gimmicky, this is it.
Check out more Fidela Coffee bean reviews here.
