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Intelligentsia Coffee
NameIntelligentsia Coffee
FounderGeoff Watts and Eric Nordstrom
LocationChicago, Illinois

Intelligentsia Coffee is a specialty coffee company founded in 1995 by Geoff Watts and Eric Nordstrom in Chicago, Illinois. The company has been at the forefront of the Third Wave coffee movement, which emphasizes high-quality, distinctive, and unique coffee beans sourced from various countries, including Ethiopia, Kenya, and Colombia. Intelligentsia Coffee has been praised by coffee connoisseurs, including James Hoffmann, Trish Rothgeb, and George Howell, for its commitment to quality and innovation. The company has also been recognized by Food & Wine, The New York Times, and The Wall Street Journal for its contributions to the coffee industry.

● History

Intelligentsia Coffee was founded in 1995 by Geoff Watts and Eric Nordstrom in Chicago, Illinois, with the goal of providing high-quality, unique coffee beans to the market. The company's early success was fueled by its relationships with coffee farmers and cooperatives in countries such as Guatemala, Rwanda, and Sumatra. Intelligentsia Coffee has been influenced by the work of coffee pioneers, including Alfred Peet, Jerry Baldwin, and Gordon Bowker, who founded Peet's Coffee and Starbucks. The company has also been shaped by its interactions with other specialty coffee companies, such as Stumptown Coffee Roasters, La Colombe Coffee Roasters, and Blue Bottle Coffee.

● Products and Services

Intelligentsia Coffee offers a wide range of products and services, including whole-bean coffee, ground coffee, and espresso. The company's coffee beans are sourced from various countries, including Brazil, Costa Rica, and Tanzania, and are roasted in small batches to bring out their unique flavors and characteristics. Intelligentsia Coffee also provides coffee education and training programs, led by experts such as Trish Rothgeb and Peter Giuliano, to help coffee professionals and enthusiasts improve their skills and knowledge. The company's products and services have been recognized by Coffee Review, Roast Magazine, and Barista Magazine for their quality and innovation.

● Sustainability Efforts

Intelligentsia Coffee is committed to sustainability and has implemented various initiatives to reduce its environmental impact. The company sources its coffee beans from farmers and cooperatives that use sustainable farming practices, such as shade-grown coffee and organic farming. Intelligentsia Coffee has also partnered with organizations, such as Rainforest Alliance and Fair Trade USA, to promote sustainability and fairness in the coffee industry. The company's sustainability efforts have been recognized by The Nature Conservancy, World Wildlife Fund, and Environmental Defense Fund for their positive impact on the environment.

● Awards and Recognition

Intelligentsia Coffee has received numerous awards and recognition for its products and services. The company has been named one of the best coffee companies in the United States by Food & Wine, The New York Times, and The Wall Street Journal. Intelligentsia Coffee has also won awards at the Specialty Coffee Association of America's annual conference, including the Roaster of the Year award. The company's coffee beans have been recognized by Coffee Review and Roast Magazine for their quality and unique flavor profiles. Intelligentsia Coffee has also been praised by coffee experts, including James Hoffmann, Trish Rothgeb, and George Howell, for its commitment to quality and innovation.

● Company Profile

Intelligentsia Coffee is a privately held company headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. The company was founded in 1995 by Geoff Watts and Eric Nordstrom and has since grown to become one of the leading specialty coffee companies in the United States. Intelligentsia Coffee has cafes and retail locations in Chicago, Los Angeles, New York City, and Boston, and its products are available online and in stores across the country. The company has been recognized by Inc. magazine and Forbes for its rapid growth and innovative business model. Intelligentsia Coffee has also been praised by coffee industry leaders, including Howard Schultz, Kevin Johnson, and Andrea Illy, for its contributions to the coffee industry. Category:Coffee companies

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