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PapaNicholas Coffee
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Got a question or comment? Drop us a line! Contact us by:
E-Mail: info@papanicholas.com.
Fax: 630-406-0904
Phone: 1-888-PAPANIK (Toll Free) or 630-406-1100
You can also reach us by mail at:
PapaNicholas Coffee Company
1141 N. Raddant Road
Batavia, Illinois 60510
Frequentlly Asked Questions
Where does Papanicholas Coffee get its name?
Papanicholas Coffee is named for its founder, Nicholas A. Papanicholas. Nicholas, better known as Nick, was in the coffee business for more than 50 years. He began working for Aroma Coffee Co., a company that his father, Angelo, started in 1915. In 1983, Nick left Aroma Coffee in pursuit of his own dream, his own company.
Is the face on the front of the bag really Nicholas A. Papanicholas?
Of course it is. Nick’s smiling face has graced the front of the Papanicholas Coffee packages since our inception in 1984.
What is Napco, Inc.?
Our corporate name which are Nick's initials, Nicholas A. Papanicholas Coffee Company.
What are “Papa Points”?
“Papa Points” is a Papanicholas promotion that encourages coffee drinkers to collect UPC codes from Papanicholas’ packages of coffee and exchange them in return for coffee merchandise. Simply cut out and save the UPC scan bar area that contains the “Papa Points” information on each bag. With Papanicholas Coffee and “Papa Points” you can equip your own in-home café. Some of the items available include, coffee brewers, grinders and mugs.
Is the Papanicholas Coffee Company publicly traded?
No, we have remained a privately held, family-owned business since we opened our doors in 1984.
Is it true Papanicholas family members still oversee the business?
That’s right! Papanicholas Coffee continues to be operated by Nick’s four sons, several friends of the Papanicholas family and his wife, the CEO.
Does Papanicholas have an outlet store?
Not at this time.
Where is the Nicholas A. Papanicholas Coffee Company located?
Our offices are located at 1141 N. Raddant Road, Batavia, Illinois 60510.
When was Papanicholas Coffee Company founded?
Our company was founded in 1984 by Nicholas A. Papanicholas.
I have questions/comments about Papanicholas Coffee. How do I contact the company?
Our contact information is located on the side of all of our coffee packages. You can also obtain our contact information from the “Contact Us” section of our Website at www.papanicholas.com. Drop us a line anytime, we love to hear from our fans!
About Our Coffee
Is Papanicholas Coffee distributed nationally? Where can I buy Papanicholas Coffee?
Papanicholas Coffee can be found in select grocery stores throughout Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Pennsylvania and Texas. Papanicholas Coffee can also be purchased at www.papanicholas.com.
In what section of the grocery store can I find Papanicholas Coffee?
Papanicholas Coffee can be easily found in the coffee aisle at your local grocery store.
Papanicholas Coffee is not sold in my area. How can I get some?
In an effort to save you the hassle of driving from state to state searching for our coffee, we’ve made it easy for you to order Papanicholas Coffee on our Web site. Log on to www.papanicholas.com and choose from all your favorite varieties.
Is Papanicholas Coffee sold in different sizes?
Papanicholas gourmet ground and whole bean coffees are sold in a range of sizes from 10oz. to 12oz.
How much does Papanicholas Coffee cost?
Papanicholas ground coffee prices range from $5.99 - $6.99 while our whole bean coffees range from $4.44 - $8.79.
How many varieties of coffee does Papanicholas make?
Currently, Papanicholas distributes more than 50 varieties of gourmet whole bean and ground coffees, including mild roasted, dark roasted and specialty flavored coffees.
What is Papanicholas’s best-selling blend?
Since our inception in 1984, Hawaiian Islands Blend has remained Papanicholas’s best-selling blend. It’s been on top for more than 17 years!
Does Papanicholas make any decaffeinated varieties of coffee?
Yes. Papanicholas proudly offers nine decaffeinated coffees including, Decaffeinated Colombian, Decaffeinated French Roast and Water Process Decaffeinated Colombian.
Is all the coffee roasting done directly in the Batavia plant?
Yes. Every single coffee bean that we produce is roasted to perfection at our Batavia-based plant on a roast-to-order basis. This means that the Papanicholas Coffee you find on store shelves is always fresh and full of flavor.
Where does Papanicholas Coffee Company get the beans used in its coffee?
We are constantly in search of only the finest quality beans on the market. We only buy beans from the finest source countries like, Colombia, Kenya and Indonesia.
Does Papanicholas grow its own coffee beans?
No. We do not grow our own coffee beans. We research and purchase coffee beans from locations such as Colombia, Indonesia and Kenya in search of only the finest and purest coffee beans available in the marketplace.
When did Papanicholas introduce gourmet ground coffee?
Papanicholas gourmet ground coffee was introduced in October 2001.
Why did Papanicholas introduce gourmet ground coffee?
Gourmet ground coffee was introduced in October 2001 to give coffee drinkers the opportunity to experience the great flavors of Papanicholas’ whole bean coffees in the new and convenient ground form.
How many varieties of gourmet ground coffee are there?
Papanicholas gourmet ground coffee is available in six varieties: Cinnamon Hazelnut, French Vanilla, French Roast, Hawaiian Island Blend, Hazelnut Cream and Special House Blend.
Coffee Preparation and Storage
Is it better to keep my coffee in bean form and grind it before consumption, or is it better to buy coffee in the ground form and keep it in a sealed container?
Both options will provide you with fresh Papanicholas Coffee. However, for optimal flavor and aroma we recommend using freshly ground coffee that is brewed immediately after grinding.
Where is the expiration date located on the bag?
The expiration date is located on the side of our bag just below the UPC barcode.
Can you re-seal the bag?
Yes. Our bag is very easy to re-seal. All you have to do is simply roll down the top of the bag and fold in the tin-tie ends. This will help preserve your Papanicholas Coffee and allow you to enjoy the freshness of your coffee each time you use it.
Why is there a circular cutout in the front of the bag?
The circular cutout on the front of the bag allows consumers to experience the enticing aroma of our freshly roasted beans right in the grocery store.
Will the cutout cause all the air from the package to escape and cause the beans to lose their freshness? This small cut out is attached to the one way valve we use to allow the beans to gas off.
About Our Beans
Does Papanicholas use Fair Trade Certified coffees?
The Fair Trade issue is relatively complex, in that many parties are involved, and there continue to be many differing perspectives as to the organizations value throughout the entire supply chain. The Papanicholas Coffee perspective is as follows. First, the average price that we pay for our coffee is well above the prescribed “fair trade” price. Second, we have developed very strict standards related to quality control and testing for the green coffee that we purchase. Subscribing to Fair Trade would potentially limit our ability to secure the finest coffees from around the world, by restricting our purchases to Fair Trade authorized growers. Lastly, we believe strongly in a solid economic model of supply and demand. Over the past year, our average price per pound has increased because the supply of quality (as defined by Papanicholas) green coffee is tightening. However, there is a large supply of inferior quality coffee on the market, which is priced at very low levels.
Our mission as a company is for everyone to enjoy a great cup of coffee at a great price. Fair Trade Certified coffees are potentially an obstacle to this mission, because these coffees could force us to compromise on quality. There are also additional costs that eventually get passed on, which would prevent our organization from fulfilling its value commitment to the consumer.
Which type does Papanicholas buy?
New Crop Arabica's.
What are your coffee flavors made of?
Natural or artificial flavorings.
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