Who we are Our DNA
since 1866

Quality, responsibility, passion

Who we are and what we stand for

Creating enjoyment, taking responsibility, connecting people

J.J. Darboven is a family business with a history - and a future. Since 1866, our name has stood for quality, responsibility and reliability. We think long-term, act sustainably and live partnership - with our customers, employees and suppliers.

We are people who love enjoyment and take responsibility seriously. We combine Hanseatic values with a clear view to the future. Our roots are in Hamburg, our passion in the world of coffee, tea and cocoa.

With a spirit of innovation, experience and a strong team, we are shaping the future of the hot beverage market - always with respect for origin and quality. The result is enjoyment that lasts - yesterday, today and tomorrow.

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Anchored in Hamburg, internationally active

Reliable. Open to the world. Darboven.

Since J.J. Darboven was founded in Hamburg in 1866, the company has shaped coffee culture in Germany and Europe. Johann Joachim Darboven focused on innovation at an early stage: shipping freshly roasted coffee directly to households made the company one of the pioneers in the industry.

In 1927, the company entered the market with IDEE KAFFEEwhich still stands for quality and innovation today. Later, traditional brands such as EILLES (founded in 1873), which expanded the portfolio and laid the foundation for long-term success.

Today, J.J. Darboven continues this tradition - with brands such as Café Intención (since 1993) and initiatives such as the Shade Tree Project, which was launched in 2023, support sustainable cultivation and fair trading conditions. In this way, we combine history and experience with future-oriented action - and make responsible enjoyment a sustainable experience.