HAPPENING 21 June 2025 – Doppio Espresso will mark the official start of summer with complimentary iced coffee on the longest day of the year. The initiative will take place at various locations, including a branch at Erasmus MC in Rotterdam.
Free iced coffee at Doppio Erasmus MC to mark summer solstice
On Saturday 21 June, coinciding with the summer solstice and the longest day of the year, Doppio Espresso will be offering free iced coffee to visitors at all its locations nationwide, including its branch at the Erasmus University Medical Center (Erasmus MC) in Rotterdam.
From 14:00 to 16:00, guests may collect a complimentary caffè freddo – a chilled Italian-style coffee – served in small, refreshing portions. The initiative is part of the brand's seasonal gesture, timed to coincide with over sixteen hours of daylight on the solstice.
According to Thyrza Ruiter, Marketing Co-ordinator at Doppio Espresso, the gesture is about creating a small, pleasant moment in the day: “Doppio revolves around hospitality, craftsmanship and the art of enjoyment. Much like in Italy, joy often lies in something small – a good conversation, a warm smile, or cooling off on a hot day.”
A moment of refreshment in Rotterdam
Rotterdammers on or near the Erasmus MC campus will have a convenient opportunity to pause and enjoy a complimentary iced coffee on what is expected to be one of the brighter days of the season. Whether stepping out for a break or passing by, locals and visitors are welcome to partake.
The iced coffee will be served while supplies last during the designated two-hour window. The gesture aims to complement the relaxed tempo of a summer afternoon and encourage spontaneous moments of calm.
About Doppio Espresso
Founded in 2007 in Groningen, Doppio Espresso now operates twenty cafés across the Netherlands. Its offering is inspired by Italian coffee traditions and focuses on simplicity, quality and daily fresh products. The brand encourages taking a brief pause – what it describes as il dolce far niente (the sweetness of doing nothing) – with an emphasis on creating a moment away from daily busyness.
Event location and directions
The Rotterdam location taking part in this initiative is situated at the Erasmus University Medical Center on Wytemaweg 72. The area is well-served by public transport, with nearby metro and tram connections. The café is located within the hospital complex, near the main entrance, and is accessible on foot or by bicycle from the city centre.
