James Gourmet Coffee

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Overview

James Gourmet Coffee is a small, family-owned coffee roasting company based in Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire. The company specializes in sourcing, roasting, and selling specialty coffee beans and coffee-related equipment to enthusiasts and consumers. Operating as an independent business, James Gourmet Coffee focuses on quality coffee production and direct customer relationships rather than mass-market distribution.

History

James Gourmet Coffee was founded in 1999 as a family venture in Ross-on-Wye. The company was formally incorporated on 26 March 2001 as a private limited company (Company number 04187194). Founded by Peter Beaumont James, a coffee roaster, the business has maintained its focus on specialty coffee roasting and retail. The company remains independently owned and operated by the James family with a small, dedicated team.

Product Lines

Product Line	Positioning	Price Range
Specialty Coffee Beans	Single-origin and blended roasted coffees	$8 - $25
Coffee Grinders	Manual and electric grinding equipment	$30 - $200
Coffee Equipment	Brewing devices and accessories	$15 - $150
Coffee Subscriptions	Regular delivery of roasted beans	$20 - $60

Manufacturing

James Gourmet Coffee roasts coffee in-house at their facility in Ross-on-Wye using traditional roasting methods. The company sources green coffee beans from specialty suppliers and roasts them to order or in small batches to maintain freshness. Equipment and accessories are sourced from established manufacturers rather than produced in-house.

Notable Products

House Blend - Signature multi-origin roasted coffee blend designed for everyday consumption
Single-Origin Seasonal Selections - Rotating specialty coffees sourced from specific regions and harvests
Manual Coffee Grinder - Hand-operated burr grinder for specialty coffee preparation
Coffee Subscription Box - Monthly delivery service featuring curated roasted beans and brewing tips

Reputation

James Gourmet Coffee is regarded as a dedicated specialty coffee roaster with a strong commitment to quality and customer relationships. The brand appeals to coffee enthusiasts who value direct sourcing and small-batch roasting practices. As a micro-roastery, the company is respected for its authenticity and personal approach, though its limited distribution and small team restrict its market reach compared to larger commercial roasters.

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