Kuntrawant

Kuntrawant (Vinschgau dialect for "to smuggle") is an artisanal coffee roastery from South Tyrol
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About Kuntrawant

The name comes from the local Vinschgau dialect, derived from the Italian "contrabbando", which means "smuggling" and this is a reminder of the serious times when coffee, cigarettes and other goods were illegally brought across the Alps to Italy.

Coffee culture has been lived in Prato allo Stelvio since 1968 – at that time, the Gander family laid the foundation stone with Cafè Gander, which later became today's "Caffeebar Kuntrawant".

 

Josef Gander took over the family café and took the next step about 13 years ago : he began roasting the coffee himself. From this once crazy idea, an artisanal roastery has been created with a lot of dedication, which today stands for real taste, passion and character .

 

The beans come from selected growing areas along the coffee belt and consist exclusively of high-quality Arabica and Robusta qualities. Refined in small batches in the traditional drum roaster, the aromas – from fruity to chocolaty – can unfold their full character.

 

What makes Kuntrawant special?

  • Tradition & Passion
  • Regional ties
  • Artisanal roasting

 

Test winner 2025

Europe's largest coffee magazine CREMA has awarded Josef and his team for the ESPRESSO SOTTO BANCO .
Click here for the Instagram posting. And here to the blog post of the Kuntrawant website: CREMA Magazine | Sotto Banco Espresso is Test Winner - Kuntrawant

 

At Kuntrawant, coffee is an expression of lived passion.

Whether strong espresso or gentle filter coffee: each variety brings its own characteristics into play. Purchasing, roasting and preparation are perfectly coordinated. This creates moments of pleasure with fine nuances: red fruits, pecans, caramel, dark chocolate or nutty-spicy aromas delight in every cup.

With collections such as the organic filter coffee, the "Colpo Finale" espresso or the "Stelvio Endurance" blend, Kuntrawant covers a wide range – ideal for espresso machines, moka, hand brewers or fully automatic machines.

 

We at PACTORA offer exclusive access to the Swiss market, initially with 3 products. But all other Kuntrawant varieties are also available on request.

  • Sotto Banco
  • Decaf (caffeine-free)
  • Stelvio (Endurance Espresso)

 

The coffee roasting company Kuntrawant combines alpine tradition with global sophistication. Each bean tells its story – from historic smuggling trails to the hearty enjoyment of today. We are pleased to be able to offer this passion to you and all other Swiss customers.

2012

founded in Prato allo Stelvio

Products

Various coffees

Packaging

400 g or 1000 g - in sustainable paper packaging. And the Stelvio in the cool 375 g tin can.

Diversity

other Kuntrawant products are available on request

Products from Kuntrawant

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Coffee – Espresso – Sotto Banco

Coffee
Kuntrawant
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Coffee – Espresso Decaf (decaffeinated)

Coffee
Kuntrawant
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Coffee – Stelvio – Endurance Espresso

Coffee
Kuntrawant

We offer

Uncomplicated processing

Fast delivery

Very good service