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Blue Mountain Coffee

Jamaican Blue Mountain Reserve Coffee $41.95 One of the world’s most sought-after coffees, Jamaican Blue Mountain Reserve is characterized by a mild, slightly sweet flavor with an enticing nutty aroma and long finish. Our 100% authentic, limited-reserve beans are some of the rarest available. One sip and you’ll taste the heavenly heart of the West Indies.This specialty coffee is not refundable once roasted. If returned unopened within 30 days, a full store credit will be applied–valid for 90 days.

Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee 12oz Blue Ridge Blend $24 Introducing Blue Ridge Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee Blend! As recommended by Blue Mountain Coffee experts, we’ve combined a full 30% of this world famous coffee with a careful selection of the finest mountain grown coffees to complement the unique character of Jamaica Blue Mountain coffee. This is the only blend approved by the Jamaica Coffee Industry Board.

Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee 5Lb.Bag Blue Ridge Blend $145 Introducing Blue Ridge Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee Blend! As recommended by Blue Mountain Coffee experts, we’ve combined a full 30% of this world famous coffee with a careful selection of the finest mountain grown coffees to complement the unique character of Jamaica Blue Mountain coffee. This is the only blend approved by the Jamaica Coffee Industry Board.

Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee 4oz Mini Barrel $24 Jamaica Blue Mountain coffee is one of the most sought after coffees in the world. This “Java of Kings” has been satisfying coffee connoisseurs around the globe for more than two centuries and is famous for its exquisite flavor, good acidity, a clean refined taste,unusual sweetness, excellent body and intense bold aroma. This extraordinary coffee is grown in the majestic Blue Mountain range in Jamaica reaching approximately 7,402 feet at the highest peak, thus making it is one of the

Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee 8oz Mini Barrel $45 Jamaica Blue Mountain coffee is one of the most sought after coffees in the world. This “Java of Kings” has been satisfying coffee connoisseurs around the globe for more than two centuries and is famous for its exquisite flavor, good acidity, a clean refined taste,unusual sweetness, excellent body and intense bold aroma. This extraordinary coffee is grown in the majestic Blue Mountain range in Jamaica reaching approximately 7,402 feet at the highest peak, thus making it is one of the

Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee 8oz Gift Box $30 Jamaica Blue Mountain coffee is one of the most sought after coffees in the world. This “Java of Kings” has been satisfying coffee connoisseurs around the globe for more than two centuries and is famous for its exquisite flavor, good acidity, a clean refined taste,unusual sweetness, excellent body and intense bold aroma. This extraordinary coffee is grown in the majestic Blue Mountain range in Jamaica reaching approximately 7,402 feet at the highest peak, thus making it is one of the

Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee 1Lb. Bag $48 Jamaica Blue Mountain coffee is one of the most sought after coffees in the world. This “Java of Kings” has been satisfying coffee connoisseurs around the globe for more than two centuries and is famous for its exquisite flavor, good acidity, a clean refined taste,unusual sweetness, excellent body and intense bold aroma. This extraordinary coffee is grown in the majestic Blue Mountain range in Jamaica reaching approximately 7,402 feet at the highest peak, thus making it is one of the

Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee 3Lb Bag $123 Jamaica Blue Mountain coffee is one of the most sought after coffees in the world. This “Java of Kings” has been satisfying coffee connoisseurs around the globe for more than two centuries and is famous for its exquisite flavor, good acidity, a clean refined taste,unusual sweetness, excellent body and intense bold aroma. This extraordinary coffee is grown in the majestic Blue Mountain range in Jamaica reaching approximately 7,402 feet at the highest peak, thus making it is one of the

Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee 5Lb. Bag $200 Jamaica Blue Mountain coffee is one of the most sought after coffees in the world. This “Java of Kings” has been satisfying coffee connoisseurs around the globe for more than two centuries and is famous for its exquisite flavor, good acidity, a clean refined taste,unusual sweetness, excellent body and intense bold aroma. This extraordinary coffee is grown in the majestic Blue Mountain range in Jamaica reaching approximately 7,402 feet at the highest peak, thus making it is one of the

Blue Mountain Coffee, Mocha, and Cake Collection $45 This gift box is filled with 3 4oz Tortuga Rum Cakes, Original, Chocolate, and Blue Mountain. Also included is a 12oz gift box of Jamaica Blue Mountain Blend and Frozen Mocha mixes!

Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee 2oz Burlap Bag ground $14 Jamaica Blue Mountain coffee is one of the most sought after coffees in the world. This “Java of Kings” has been satisfying coffee connoisseurs around the globe for more than two centuries and is famous for its exquisite flavor, good acidity, a clean refined taste,unusual sweetness, excellent body and intense bold aroma. This extraordinary coffee is grown in the majestic Blue Mountain range in Jamaica reaching approximately 7,402 feet at the highest peak, thus making it is one of the

Coffee and Cake $75 The world famous Jamaica Blue Mountain coffee (8-oz), the exquisite BlueRidge Jamaica Blue Mountain Blend (12-oz), two of the world famous Tortuga Rum Cakes (4-oz) and two ceramic Jamaica Blue Mountain mugs packed in an elegant Holiday gift box. Just enough pleasure for two!

Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee Peaberry 1 LB. Bag $54 Jamaica Blue Mountain coffee is one of the most sought after coffees in the world. This “Java of Kings” has been satisfying coffee connoisseurs around the globe for more than two centuries and is famous for its exquisite flavor, good acidity, a clean refined taste,unusual sweetness, excellent body and intense bold aroma. As rare and prized as this coffee is, we’ve been able to secure a very limited supply of Peaberry beans. Coffee beans grow on small trees and by nature a

Bucks County Coffee Jamaican Blue Mountain Blend 1lb bag of Beans $13.95 This coffee captures the spirit of Jamaica. It’s mellow and aromatic. At the same time, it has a fully body and broad flavor. 1lb Bag of Whole Bean Coffee

Bucks County Coffee Jamaican Blue Mountain Blend 1lb Bag Ground $13.95 This coffee captures the spirit of Jamaica. It’s mellow and aromatic. At the same time, it has a fully body and broad flavor. 1lb Bag of Ground Coffee

Barrie House Jamaican Blue Mountain Fresh Roasted Coffee (1) 5lb Bag of Beans $62 The world’s most desired coffee is grown on the eastern end of Jamaica in the Blue Mountains. Fullbodied, sweet and as smooth as silk.

Deep Blue Blueberry Coffee $7.49 Bursting with delicious blueberry flavor, Deep Blue Blueberry has a base that’s full-bodied and complex, and its intense berry flavor submerges you in fruity satisfaction.

Green Mountain Coffee Hazelnut 24 2.2oz Bags $43 Green Mountain Coffee Hazelnut is a lighter roasted coffee that is enhanced with the sweet, buttery, rich taste of hazelnuts. (24)2.2oz Bags of Ground Coffee

New York Coffee Black Gold 1 Lb Bag $24.95 This is New York Coffee’s signature blend. It’s a Jamaica Blue Mountain Wallenford Estate coffee blends the smokey Guatemala Antigua, and the delicious nutty and balanced taste of Costa Rica Tarrazu. It’s remarkable!

New York Coffee Black Gold 5 Lb Bag Whole Bean $112.25 This is New York Coffee’s signature blend. It’s a Jamaica Blue Mountain Wallenford Estate coffee blends the smokey Guatemala Antigua, and the delicious nutty and balanced taste of Costa Rica Tarrazu. It’s remarkable!

Deep Blue Blueberry Coffee Baby Boca $2.25 Submerge yourself in the refreshing flavor of mouthwatering blueberries combined with our medium roast coffee.A Baby Boca is 2 ounces of our gourmet coffee that brews an 8-cup pot. Simply pour the coffee into your coffee maker’s filter or a disposable filter to enjoy 8 delicious cups of Boca Java Gourmet Coffee.

Tortuga Rum Cake Caribbean Blue Mountain 16oz $17.5 Our World Famous Tortuga “Blue Mountain Coffee” Rum Cakes are baked fresh daily in the Cayman Islands with only the finest natural ingredients. The only preservative used is our specially blended “5-year-old”, oak barrel aged Tortuga Gold Rum. Each cake is individually hand glazed then vacuum packed, ensuring a shelf life of 6 months, or indefinitely if refrigerated or frozen.

Tortuga Rum Cake Caribbean Blue Mountain 33oz $32.5 Our World Famous Tortuga “Blue Mountain Coffee” Rum Cakes are baked fresh daily in the Cayman Islands with only the finest natural ingredients. The only preservative used is our specially blended “5-year-old”, oak barrel aged Tortuga Gold Rum. Each cake is individually hand glazed then vacuum packed, ensuring a shelf life of 6 months, or indefinitely if refrigerated or frozen.

South Beach Rhythm Coffee $7.99 A unique blend of mountain-grown coffees from the Andes and Talamanca mountains, South Beach Rhythm is a full-bodied coffee with a slight caramel flavor and a smooth finish. Truly a coffee that will leave you with a twinkle in your eye and a spring in your step!

New York Coffee Black Gold 5 Lb Bag Ground $112.25 This is New York Coffee’s signature blend. It’s a Jamaica Blue Mountain Wallenford Estate coffee blends the smokey Guatemala Antigua, and the delicious nutty and balanced taste of Costa Rica Tarrazu. It’s remarkable! 5lb Bag of Ground Coffee

New York Coffee Island Blend 1 Lb Bag Ground $22.95 There is a reason this is our best blended coffee of the past twenty years. The combination of the world renowned Jamaica Blue Mountain, Hawaiian and Costa Rica Tarrazu delivers an exotic, rich, and smooth cup of coffee. It’s like it was meant to be. 1lb Bag of Ground Coffee

New York Coffee Island Blend 5 Lb Bag Ground $103.25 There is a reason this is our best blended coffee of the past twenty years. The combination of the world renowned Jamaica Blue Mountain, Hawaiian and Costa Rica Tarrazu delivers an exotic, rich, and smooth cup of coffee. It’s like it was meant to be. 5lb Bag of Ground Coffee

Barrie House Jamaica Blue Mountain Style 3 – 5lb Bags of Beans $160 The world’s most desired coffee is grown on the eastern end of Jamaica in the Blue Mountains. Fullbodied, sweet and as smooth as silk

Bali Batur Coffee $9.95 INTRODUCING BALI BATUR From the tropical splendor of Bali, we bring you Bali Blue Batur coffee. Grown on the fertile volcanic slopes of Mt. Batur, the beans are blue-hued in color as if they were meant to complement the beautiful blue water of Lake Batur.Bali Blue Batur offers an enticingly rich aroma, with a good body, medium acidity and a delicious caramel finish.We’re very excited to bring to you this limited-reserve coffee, currently available online exclusively to Boca Java customers.

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Before delving into the history and lore of Jamaica Blue Mountain coffee, we need to review the main types of coffee, which are predominantly either Robusta or Arabica varieties. The difference stems from the type of coffee plant. Robusta coffees are easier to cultivate – and its production exceeds that of Arabica coffees — but are less flavorful and less consistent in quality. Accordingly, Robusta coffees are considerably less expensive. Most national coffee blends available through retailers and supermarkets are Robusta coffees. Arabica coffees, on the other hand, are well known for consistent quality, bold flavor, and intense aroma. Premium coffees marketed as single origin coffees – Kenyan, Costa Rican, Sumatran, for example – are almost universally of the Arabica variety. Jamaica Blue Mountain coffee is an Arabica coffee.

Coffee found its way to Jamaica in 1728 when Sir Nicholas Lawes, Governor of Jamaica, imported Arabica seedlings from the island of Martinique. The new home was a natural and coffee production expanded. Unfortunately, Jamaica coffee productions also has its origins – as with other plantation crops – with the abhorrent practice of slavery.

This extraordinary coffee is grown in the majestic Blue Mountain range in Jamaica reaching approximately 7,402 feet at the highest peak. The Blue Mountains dominate the eastern third of Jamaica, located between Kingston to the south and Port Maria to the north. The upper reaches of the mountains are preserved as forest while the lower slopes are dedicated to coffee production. An incredible mix of rich soil, cool and misty conditions, high rainfall and good soil drainage yields a very high quality coffee. The foggy conditions are believed to slow the growth of the coffee, thereby producing a more dense (and flavorful) bean.

Only coffee cultivated in this mountainous range is permitted to hold the Jamaica Blue Mountain coffee label, which is a globally protected certification mark under the administration of the Jamaica Coffee Industry Board. Coffee grown at elevations between 3,000 and 5,500 feet has been traditionally known as Jamaica Blue Mountain. Coffee grown at elevations between 1,500 and 3,000 feet (910 m) is called Jamaica High Mountain, and coffee grown below 1,500-foot (460 m) elevation is called Jamaica Supreme or Jamaica Low Mountain.

Following a post-war increase in production that threatened to ruin the quality reputation of Jamaican coffee, the colonial British government instituted the Jamaica Coffee Industry Board in 1950 to maintain and standardize the quality and consistency of Jamaican coffee in a world class manner. Upon achieving independence, the new Jamaican government continued to invest in coffee cultivation. Jamaican coffee is hand picked and supervised at every stage of pulping, drying, hulling, sorting and grading according to the Board’s regulations. All Jamaica Blue Mountain coffee is wet-processed. Every export shipment is “cup quality” tested by certified tasters on the Coffee Industry Board staff. All shipments of Jamaica Blue Mountain coffee must be approved and certified by the Board

What should one expect from a cup of Jamaica Blue Mountain coffee? Jamaica Blue Mountain coffee is known for its sweet, rich flavor and a remarkable lack of bitterness. Often considered the most balanced and complete cup of coffee. Combined with its refined taste, the intense aroma adds to its allure as the world’s best coffee. Some critics, though, claim that production increases – fueled by foreign investors – have led to Jamaica Blue Mountain coffee being no better than other premium Caribbean coffees. Nonetheless, after two centuries of production, its fame and price is still upheld by coffee connoisseurs around the world.

The only way to know whether Jamaica Blue Mountain coffee is really worth the extra price, which is generally between three and four times more expensive than other premium coffees, is to try it yourself. Perhaps, a subtle suggestion or hint for your next birthday or a holiday gift will provide you the opportunity.

Joe Jefferson is the resident coffee expert at World Trader Coffee, which is proud to offer online both regular and peaberry varieties of Jamaica Blue Mountain coffee as well as a wide selection of gift packages of Jamaica Blue Mountain coffee.

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