About Us
Our Story
We’ve been roasting in Liverpool since 1950, and we’re still doing it the traditional way. Decades of craft, countless cups, and one simple mission — to serve coffee and tea that’s full of flavour and made with care. Ordinary just isn’t our style.
Our Promise
At Joe Black Coffee & Tea, we aren’t just roasting beans; we’re crafting experiences. Whether you're brewing for yourself, serving your café, or enjoying with friends, we believe in making every sip meaningful. Our story is rooted in tradition, but our eyes are always on the horizon—brewing excellence, one cup at a time.
WHO WE ARE
We’re Joe Black Coffee & Tea — proud Liverpool roasters with over 70 years of heritage in every cup. Since 1950, we’ve been perfecting the art of roasting, starting life as Bellews & Co Merchants and growing into a name coffee lovers trust nationwide. Our passion? Freshly roasted coffee and expertly blended teas that bring people together.
WHAT WE DO
We roast coffee the traditional way — using flame roasting to bring out rich flavours and deep aromas that you can taste in every sip. From bold espresso blends to delicate single origins, every batch is crafted for quality. We also source premium teas, from classic black to fragrant herbal blends, so whether you brew coffee or tea, you’re getting the best.
WHAT WE STAND FOR
We believe great coffee starts with respect — for the farmers who grow it, the planet that nurtures it, and the people who drink it. That’s why we work with trusted suppliers who share our values on quality, sustainability, and fair practice. For us, it’s not just about selling coffee — it’s about crafting moments worth savouring.
Crafted with Passion Since 1950
At Joe Black Coffee & Tea, every cup we serve carries over seven decades of history, passion, and craftsmanship. Our story began in Liverpool in 1950, when we first opened our doors as Bellews & Co Merchants. Back then, coffee roasting was as much an art as it was a trade — and it still is for us today. Over the years, we’ve grown from a small local roaster into a trusted name in homes, cafés, and workplaces across the UK.
Our Services
We don’t just supply great coffee – we support your business every step of the way. Whether you’re running a café, hotel, or workplace, we provide everything you need to deliver exceptional coffee experiences.
Our services include:
- Coffee Training
- Coffee Machinery & Servicing
- Bespoke Coffee Blends
- Fairtrade Coffee
- Wholesale Coffee
- Coffee Branding
- Sourcing
- Hotel Supplies
Want to know more? Give us a call on 0151 922 8003 and we’ll be happy to help.
Local Roots, Global Reach
Our roastery remains firmly rooted in Liverpool, the city where our story began back in 1950. Here, our team of skilled roasters, blenders, and packers work with the same dedication and attention to detail that’s been passed down through generations. Every batch is roasted in-house, carefully blended, and packed to order, ensuring every bag is as fresh as possible.
From the bustling streets of Liverpool to homes, cafés, and businesses across the UK — and beyond — our coffee and tea have travelled far, but they always carry a little piece of where they came from. Whether you’re picking up your morning cappuccino at a local café, brewing a cafetière at home, or stocking up for your restaurant or office, we make sure each cup delivers the flavour, freshness, and quality you’d expect straight from the roaster.
For us, local roots mean more than geography — they mean community, pride, and a promise to uphold the craft that has defined us for more than 70 years. And our global reach? That’s the joy of sharing that same passion with coffee and tea lovers everywhere.
Handpicked Beans, Ethical Roots
We passionately curate our collections—artisan blends, single-origin selections, and speciality coffees—by working closely with trusted, ethical suppliers to ensure quality and sustainability in every shipment. From your morning filter brew to the bold espresso that powers your workday, every roast reflects our commitment to ethical sourcing and exquisite coffee experiences. Great coffee and tea start at the source. That’s why we work closely with trusted, ethical growers around the world to select only the finest beans and leaves. Our coffee range includes artisan blends, distinctive single origins, and seasonal specials — each chosen for their quality and character. And because not every brew is coffee, we also offer a thoughtfully curated selection of teas, from robust black teas to fragrant herbal infusions.