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Madison, Wisconsin · Specialty Coffee Brand Deep Dive
JBC Coffee Roasters
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Farm & producer level
TagsJBC Coffee RoastersEthiopiaColombiaEcuadorKenyaIndonesiaIndependentFarm & producer levelRoasts in-house
Visit JBC Coffee Roasters's site JBC Coffee Roasters is a Madison-based specialty coffee roaster dedicated to high-scoring, competition-grade beans and sustainable sourcing. The company is recognized for its commitment to quality, employing multiple Q Graders to ensure every roast meets rigorous standards. They focus on highlighting the human story behind each cup, fostering direct relationships with producers to bring unique and experimental lots to their customers.
Ownership
JBC Coffee Roasters is an independent, family-owned business that is 50% women-owned.
Founded
1994
Roasting
Roasts its own coffee.
What it's known for
JBC is highly regarded for its technical precision and award-winning specialty coffee, frequently earning top honors from Coffee Review, including the #1 coffee of 2023 and an all-time high score of 98 points.
Sourcing countries
Ethiopia · Colombia · Ecuador · Kenya · Indonesia
Farm-level sourcing
JBC emphasizes a seed-to-cup experience by sourcing directly from producers and through brokers who share their sustainability goals. They frequently highlight specific producers, such as Wilton Benitez and Mengeche Derso, and provide detailed information about the farm or washing station for their single-origin offerings.
Notable coffees
- — Wilton Benitez Pink Bourbon
- — Mengeche Derso Ethiopia Natural
- — Cruz Loma Ecuador
- — El Faldon Colombia
- — Ngurueri Kenya AA
Sources used in this deep dive
- https://jbccoffeeroasters.com/about
- https://jbccoffeeroasters.com/new-farm-traceable-coffee-natural-ethiopia-lot
- https://dailycoffeenews.com/2023/11/29/madisons-jbc-coffee-earns-top-spot-in-coffee-reviews-best-of-2023
- https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/madisons-wisconsins-jbc-coffee-roasters-receives-coffee-reviews-coveted-title-as-1-coffee-of-2023-301995367.html
- https://www.thewaytocoffee.com/roasters/jbc-coffee-roasters
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-09-29. It is not a review: we have not tasted this brand's coffee. Ownership, roasting and sourcing claims belong to the brand and its published materials. While the company is widely cited as being founded in 1994 in various industry profiles, the exact founding date is not explicitly stated on their primary 'About' page.