Why is freshness important?
Most coffee available in grocery stores is roasted in large batches and may sit for months before reaching the shelves. By the time the coffee is brewed, much of its aroma, flavor and distinct character have faded. At JAMS Coffee, we roast small batches every week so that you can enjoy a cup of fresh coffee with all the distinct flavor notes of each origin.
We find that our coffee typically reaches its peak flavor around 2-3 weeks after roasting and begins to lose some of its freshness around 4-6 weeks after the roast date. Fresh roasting allows us to highlight the unique qualities God has given each coffee origin rather than letting those flavors become muted by age.
What beans do we use?
We choose suppliers that work with farmers who emphasize natural farming practices and never add flavorings or other additives to our coffee, it's naturally that flavorful!
Do we do coffee blends?
No, our focus is on single-origin coffee. Coffee from different regions naturally develop their own unique flavor profile that ranges from bright notes like berries and orange zest to rich, earthy notes like dark cocoa and roasted nuts.
Our goal is to roast each coffee in a way that brings out those unique characteristics that our Creator has delighted to give that particular origin.
Are our beans organic?
We source our beans from a few carefully chosen suppliers who work with farmers dedicated to natural farming practices. While our beans aren’t officially certified organic, our farmers focus on more natural ways of growing their coffee that are organically focused.
We value working with farmers who care about how their coffee is grown and prioritize the quality of their crops.
What is our roasting schedule?
Orders are taken throughout the week and typically roast over the weekend. Orders are then available for local pick up or delivery during the following week.
Our goal is to fulfill orders within one week of being placed. Because JAMS Coffee is a small family business, there may occasionally be variation in our schedule. We ask for your patience as we serve our customers while keeping our families and responsibilities at home first.
Do we offer shipping?
At the moment, due to our small production scale, we primarily focus on local pickup and delivery serving local families from Staunton to Broadway.
However, our coffee has already made it all the way to Poland! As the Lord provides opportunities for JAMS Coffee to grow, we hope to make shipping a regular part of our business. We are currently working on making shipping available, so contact us if you are interested in having coffee shipped to you.
Do we offer ground coffee?
Yes! Our default is to provide whole beans because coffee begins losing aroma and flavor more quickly after it is ground. However, we are happy to grind your coffee for you. When placing your order, simply specify your method of brewing in the Notes & Instructions section at checkout, and we will grind it accordingly. For example: Espresso, French Press, Pour Over, Drip, V60, and so on.
What roast levels do we offer?
Our default is a medium roast, which we find gives the best balance of acidity and bitterness while preserving the natural flavor notes and complexity of each coffee origin.
We can adjust the roast level to your preference. Simply specify your desired roast level in the Notes & Instructions section when ordering (e.g. lighter roast or darker roast).
Do we offer a coffee subscription?
Yes, we do! Fill out the contact form and we'll get you signed up to receive coffee regularly from us! It is completely customizable to your family's taste and consumption rate.
Do we cater events?
Yes!
By God's providence, we were given the opportunity to cater our first wedding in 2024. Thank you Victor and Kristina! That experience allowed us to expand our area of expertise to catering our roasted coffee.
Since then, we have served coffee at a number of events including weddings, baby showers, bridal showers, graduation parties, and other special gatherings.
If you would like JAMS Coffee catered at your next event, fill out our contact form to get started.