World of Coffee

What World of Coffee does

World of Coffee is a family-owned and veteran-owned specialty coffee roaster headquartered in Stirling, New Jersey, operating continuously since its 1977 incorporation, with earlier origins in a 1970 spice business. The company roasts specialty coffee and serves three commercial customer segments: foodservice operators, private-label and licensed-brand partners, and equipment buyers. Its flagship brand is World of Coffee®, supplemented by the proprietary ÒGGI CAFFÈ® sub-brand and two licensed SKUs — Jack Daniel's® Coffee and I Love NY® Coffee. Operations are anchored by owner, President, CEO, and Roastmaster Charlie Newman, joined in 2015 by Vice President Jackie Newman as second-generation leadership.

The company's core capability is small-batch specialty roasting, supported by a team of Q-graders and a set of food-safety and dietary certifications including SQF Food Safety, OK Kosher, gluten-free, allergen-free, and organic. These credentials enable the roaster to serve regulated retail, foodservice, and private-label accounts that require documented compliance. The business has accumulated national press recognition, including New York Times "Best espresso in NYC", Wall Street Journal "Best coffee in the country", and Harper's Bazaar "Best iced coffee in NYC".

The business model is wholesale B2B: revenue is generated through roasted-bean sales to foodservice operators, contract manufacturing under licensed and private-label brands (Jack Daniel's, I Love NY), and complementary equipment sales to operator accounts. There is no disclosed direct-to-consumer e-commerce or subscription channel in the supplied information, and the company is privately held with no disclosed funding events.

Name

World of Coffee

Legal name

World of Coffee, Inc.

Website

https://worldofcoffeeinc.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1977

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Specialty Coffee Roasting

NAICS

Coffee and Tea Manufacturing (31192), Coffee and Tea Manufacturing (311920), Beverage Manufacturing (3121)

SIC

Beverages (2080)

akta.pro primary industry

Specialty Coffee & Tea (Single-Origin, Micro-lot, Premium) Processing (AFAFADAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Coffee Blending & Flavoring (AFAFADAC), Coffee, Espresso & Tea Appliances Retail (CRACADAC)

Keywords

• Specialty coffee roasting
• Private label coffee
• Foodservice coffee supply
• Licensed brand coffee
• Coffee equipment sales

Headquarters

HQ city

Stirling

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Specialty Coffee Roasting: Custom specialty coffee roasting services for foodservice operators and businesses requiring high-end coffee products.
2. Private Label & Licensed Products: Private label coffee development, production, and packaging services where World of Coffee provides the coffee product under the customer's brand. This includes co-branded products like Jack Daniel's Coffee and I Love NY Coffee.
3. Foodservice Distribution: Sale of coffee, equipment, service, and accessories to foodservice operators serving cupped coffee.
4. Equipment Sales: Sale of coffee brewers, espresso machines, water filtration systems, and accessories.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

World of Coffee is a custom specialty coffee roaster that sources beans from around the world and applies proprietary roasting methods to produce high-end gourmet coffee. The company supplies coffee, equipment, service, and accessories to foodservice operators, and offers private label and licensed-brand coffee development, production, and packaging under customer brands.

Product overview

World of Coffee is a premier specialty coffee roasting company offering a portfolio of products and services built around custom high-end gourmet coffee. The core offering centers on specialty roasting services using proprietary methods, supplemented by foodservice solutions and private label development. The company operates under multiple brands including its primary World of Coffee® brand, Italian-style ÒGGI CAFFÈ® for food service, licensed Jack Daniel's® Coffee (infused with authentic whiskey), and regional I Love NY® Coffee. Additionally, the company sells coffee equipment including brewers, espresso machines, and water filtration systems.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• ÒGGI CAFFÈ®: Today's coffee honoring the birthplace of espresso and cafe culture, Italy. Prepared in especially convenient packaging for food service, including pre-ground, pre-measured frac packs and soft-filter espresso pods.
• JACK DANIEL'S® COFFEE
• I LOVE NY® COFFEE

Products and services

• Specialty Roasting

Quantifiable outcome

• Multiple press accolades including 'Best espresso in NYC' (The New York Times), 'Best coffee in the country' (The Wall Street Journal), 'Best iced coffee in NYC' (Harper's Bazaar)

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Jack Daniel'scoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerWorld of Coffee produces Jack Daniel's Coffee, a unique blend of gourmet coffee that is 100% Arabica, infused with authentic Jack Daniel's Tennessee Whiskey, and roasted medium to provide a full-bodied rich flavor. The distinct caramel and vanilla notes of Jack Daniel's Old No. 7 Tennessee Whiskey are evident in each sip. This is a licensed product arrangement where World of Coffee provides the coffee product and Jack Daniel's provides the brand.
• I Love NY (New York State)coreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerWorld of Coffee produces I Love NY Coffee under licensing agreement with the New York State branded products program. Each bean is carefully selected and roasted using their signature process, ensuring a rich, bold flavor in every cup. The product embodies the quality, character, and spirit of New York.
• Specialty Food AssociationminorOthersWorld of Coffee is a member of the Specialty Food Association, which provides industry credibility, networking opportunities, and access to the specialty food industry ecosystem.
• Specialty Coffee Association (SCA)minorOthersWorld of Coffee is a member of the Specialty Coffee Association, the leading trade organization for the specialty coffee industry worldwide.
• National Coffee AssociationminorOthersWorld of Coffee is a member of the National Coffee Association, the U.S. coffee industry's primary trade organization.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights1 record

Direct peers

• Stumptown Coffee Roasters: Iconic Portland-based specialty roaster supplying cafes, wholesale foodservice, and grocery with branded and private label coffee. Comparable as a premium specialty roaster operating across wholesale and branded retail channels, with deeper scale and DTC reach.
• Royal Cup Coffee: Family-owned B2B coffee roaster (since 1956) specializing in private label, foodservice, and office coffee service for operators and brands. Highly comparable as a private, multi-generational roaster focused on private label coffee development and turnkey foodservice solutions.
• Irving Farm Coffee Roasters: New York/Hudson Valley specialty roaster serving wholesale accounts and cafes in the Northeast with an emphasis on quality and relationships. Comparable as a regional specialty roaster with strong foodservice/wholesale focus and East Coast proximity.
• Counter Culture Coffee: Independent specialty coffee roaster with a strong direct-to-trade and foodservice presence, sustainability focus, and SCA-aligned training programs. Directly comparable to World of Coffee as a B2B specialty roaster serving cafes and wholesale accounts with an emphasis on quality and education.
• Intelligentsia Coffee: Chicago-based specialty roaster long recognized for direct-trade sourcing and wholesale barista training programs. Closely comparable in its premium positioning, foodservice orientation, and emphasis on proprietary roast development.
• La Colombe Coffee Roasters: Philadelphia-based specialty roaster operating a network of cafes plus wholesale and DTC distribution of coffee and RTD draft lattes. Comparable as an East Coast specialty roaster combining branded retail, foodservice wholesale, and licensed/adjacent coffee products.

Emerging players

• Cafe Britt: Specialty coffee roaster known for premium gift, retail, and licensed/private label coffee programs, including branded partnerships with destination marketing organizations. Comparable in private label/brand-licensing model and emphasis on gourmet positioning.

Others

• Bunn-O-Matic Corporation: Major manufacturer of commercial coffee brewing equipment, water filtration, and related foodservice accessories. Comparable as an adjacent B2B supplier selling brewers, espresso equipment, and water filtration to the same foodservice operator customer base that World of Coffee serves through its equipment line.

Broad incumbents

• S&D Coffee & Tea: Large private-label coffee and tea manufacturer serving foodservice, convenience, and grocery channels with custom roast/blend development. Directly comparable as a contract/private label coffee manufacturer, but operating at substantially greater scale.
• Farmer Brothers Coffee: Public B2B coffee roaster and distributor supplying restaurants, convenience stores, and foodservice operators across the US with coffee, tea, and equipment. Comparable as a broad-line incumbent in the same B2B coffee/foodservice distribution space, though at significantly larger scale.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/worldofcoffeeus
• Facebookfacebook.com/WorldOfCoffeeInc
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/world-of-coffee-inc.

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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