The Blue Lake Coffee Company is committed to providing quality coffee using high quality green beans, proper roasting and freshness. Each coffee is roasted to order with insightful roasting techniques that bring out the nuances of each coffee due to origin, varietal and processing technique. Each coffee is delivered or shipped fresh, allowing for the brewed coffee to be enjoyed at its peak.

Joseph "Joey" Ilmberger, owner, has worked as a barista, Cafe owner, and professional chef.  Traveling around the world from Italy to Portland, Joey has visited cafes and restaurants at the cutting edge of coffee. Training at the California Culinary Academy in San Francisco,  Joey has developed a discerning palate for food, wine, and coffee alike.

Blue Lake Coffee Company is located in the East Bay area of San Francisco, California. We are a customer-oriented, small batch online retailer of fine coffees and teas. One of the more notable differences about or Coffees is that they are roasted and shipped out to our customers within 24hrs.  At Blue Lake Coffee Company we have learned that people make the difference, so we have gone the extra mile to make sure we source only the best and freshest coffee available.  From dark coffees to light roasted coffees, you will find that the personal touch that we give to every coffee does make a difference. In keeping with our high standards of excellence, Blue Lake Coffee Company follows four principles that set us apart from the rest...

1. Passion
A love for coffee created Blue Lake Coffee. Joeys passion for coffee takes him back to the early days while on family vacations at Lake Berryessa and, the majestic Lake Tahoe.  Hence the name Blue Lake Coffee.  Six years of owning a cafe and countless trips to every corner of the earth helped them to learn the best about the art of coffee. From the combination of research, extensive travel and talent, you will see a difference in all that Blue Lake Coffee does. Quality, innovation, marketing and promotion make Blue Lake Coffee Company unique in our approach to coffee; and we think you will enjoy the difference.

2. Commitment
Joey has made a commitment to his customers. From service to relationships, we strive to excel at everything we do for you! Years of experience have taught us to do only what can be done well. Our commitment to you is to supply the finest line of products available, at affordable prices.

3. Innovation
Hundreds of hours have been invested on our products, packaging, and labeling to ensure you that every product you receive from Blue Lake is at its peak of freshness. Along with superior packaging, we strive to give you the information you need to nourish your passion for the coffee experience.

4. Guarantee

We guarantee that you will receive the highest quality products available at a fair price. We know the value of long-term relationships with our customers, and we will do what is right to satisfy your needs and requests. We pledge to do whatever it takes to build that long-term relationship. If you ever have any questions or requests, please do not hesitate to contact us. You can e-mail us through our contact page. If you ever have a problem with any item purchased at Blue Lake Coffee Company, we will make it right! That's a promise you can count on.