Posted on 22nd Aug 2008 @ 10:44 AM

BestGourmetCoffee.info recommends Island Joes Coffee



Despite their quirky image, Island Joe's Coffee Company does produce some really good gourmet coffee. But I guess that really should come at no surprise, as they are located in one of the most laid back towns in the world, Key West, Florida.

Island Joe's is a family run business that has been steadily climbing the ranks in the gourmet coffee industry. With several blends that have rated in the 90's at coffeereview.com, it's no wonder that they have been getting a lot of attention as of late. They have been picked up by some organic, gourmet supermarkets, which I tend to feel is a step in the wrong direction. But it seems that Island Joe's have managed to stick to their roots, always roasting in small batches with the highest quality coffee beans. But do remember, if you want guaranteed freshness always buy direct from the source. It really does make a difference!

In response to the comment above where this author states his or her dislike about IJS roasting for some supermarkets i.e. Publix and Whole Foods Market. Our response is we enjoy this type of comment, as it keeps us on our toes, noting we are there anyway, but never think we are going to allow our quality to drop, as we have worked to hard to acheive our standards which will be maintained.  You are going to pay more for our coffee at Whole Foods Market and Publix. This is because we will not lower the quality of our gourmet coffee and espresso blends, as we only use specialty green coffee beans which rate in top 10% of each crop we choose to roast from, also noting the old saying, you get what you pay for, so when you purchase our gourmet coffee and espresso blends at your local retailer, be assured you are getting coffee roasted by myself or one of my sons and we will not offer what will not drink and enjoy.