Michael Gliss -

Coffee Sommelier & Pleasure Ambassador

For almost 25 years, I have dedicated myself to something many drink daily – but few truly understand: coffee.

I completed my sensory training in Vienna – as the first German. There, I learned to precisely analyze aromas, make differences measurable, and clearly define quality. This knowledge still forms the foundation of GLISS Caffee today.

But theory alone is not enough.

  • Taste
  • Compare
  • Adjust

    Until a coffee is created that truly convinces.

My Goal

"Get coffee out of the mainstream and into people's hearts. Quality over mediocrity & enjoyment with sustainability!"

Michael Gliss

What does a coffee sommelier do?

  • Develop new creations.
  • Ensure our quality standards.
  • Advise hotels, restaurants and retailers.
  • I give preparation tips that really make a difference.

Whether at the Contor in Cologne, at tastings, or in exchange with partners – my aspiration remains the same: coffee should inspire!

What does that mean for me as a customer & connoisseur?

Personally selected organic beans from direct, fair trade with small farmer cooperatives , artisan long-roasted for maximum flavor development and precisely blended for clear structure, depth and consistently delicious taste.