History of Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf
The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf was founded in 1963 by Herbert Hyman in Los Angeles, California. Initially, it started as a small coffee service delivering high-quality coffee to offices. Over time, Hyman and his wife traveled the world to source the best coffee beans and tea leaves, pioneering the specialty coffee and tea industry in the U.S. The company became known for its carefully selected, hand-roasted coffee beans and premium tea blends, gaining a loyal customer base.
During the 1980s and 1990s, The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf expanded rapidly, opening stores across the U.S. and internationally. It introduced the iconic Ice Blended® drink in 1987, which became a signature item. By the 2000s, the brand had established itself in Asia, the Middle East, and beyond. In 2019, it was acquired by Jollibee Foods Corporation, a global fast-food company, further boosting its global presence. Today, The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf remains a popular choice for coffee and tea lovers worldwide.