Our Story
Establishment of the factory
The history of our company began when Heinrich Franck, an Austrian, opened the “Heinrich Franck & Sons” Coffee Surrogate Factory in Skawina. The production of roasted and ground chicory started in 1911, in the very same place where Grana company headquarters are located today. This was the beginning of cereal coffee. The company established by Heinrich Franck grew to huge success, as evidenced by employment figures. For example, in 1939, it had 658 employees and an annual production of coffee and chicory of approximately 7,500 tonnes.
Poland falls in love with Inka instant coffee
From now on, Inka becomes synonymous with cereal beverage.
Acquisition by the CAFEA group
Over the years, the company has undergone many transformations and became part of the German Cafea Group in 1998. Cafea is one of the world's largest companies specialising in the production of instant coffees for its own brands. The Cafea Group offers also: coffee beans, decaffeinated coffee, cappuccino, 3in1 coffees and baby products. Cafea also develops a range of liquid extracts. Visit the website: www.cafea.com
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