History
A family history, a legacy of taste
Jamaica Coffee Corporation is much more than a coffee roaster: it is the authentic expression of a vocation that has lasted for generations. Founded in Alessandria from a shared dream, the company came to life thanks to the vision of master Clemente Guercio, who cultivated a deep passion for coffee. As a representative for major Italian brands, he gained unique unique expertise that he was able to transform into entrepreneurial value. But the beating heart of Jamaica Coffee is the family: every choice, every blend, every company development has been guided by strong bonds and a shared dedication to quality. Today, with the arrival of the new generations, tradition blends withinnovation, bringing to the world an artisan coffee that reflects the warmth, care, and excellence of those who produce it.
Timeline
The most important milestones in our history
1977
The beginnings
The Caffè Aymorè roasting company is founded by Clemente Guercio and his wife Mary. It is the first step in an entrepreneurial adventure rooted in a passion for real coffee, roasted by hand with care and dedication.
1992
Significant developments
The company is expanding: new spaces, new equipment and new people. The team is bolstered by key figures from the Guercio family (Clemente’s children, Laura and Massimo, and husband Marco) and the Rangone partners, launching a growth process that will take the roastery to a new level.
1993
Jamaica Coffee Corporation
With the official birth of the Jamaica Coffee Corporation, a new identity takes shape: a brand that stakes everything on Arabica excellence. The Rangone brothers become distributors for the Aymorè line under the BRG banner.
1997
Innovation and collaborations
Production evolves with new machinery and products. The natural water decaffeination process is introduced, anticipating healthy coffee trends. Jamaica Coffee also begins collaborating with well-known brands such as Segafredo and Vergnano, a sign of its growing recognition within the industry.
2009
Entering the Greek market
The international vision takes shape. The Jamaica Coffee Imports EE branch is established in Athens, thanks to the partnership with Iraklis Georgakopoulos. Italian espresso successfully arrives on Greek soil, bringing quality and culture with it.
2012
The rise of coffee capsules
To meet new consumer trends, Jamaica Coffee launches its single-dose capsule lines. An evolution that brings the artisanal aroma of its refined Arabica blend into homes and offices through a practical format, without compromising on quality.
2019
The third generation
Sara, daughter of Laura and Marco, joins the company. The third generation of the family brings new energy, contemporary vision, and entrepreneurial spirit, ensuring continuity and innovation to the original project.
2025
New headquarters, new prospects
The roastery moves to a larger, modern, and more efficient industrial facility, equipped with high-performance roasting machines. The return of the Aymorè line under direct management marks the beginning of a new chapter, dedicated to production excellence.