OUR HERITAGE
1963
Our first store in Southern California opens, where founder Herb Hyman begins importing and roasting coffee
Herb Hyman moves roasting facility to Camarillo and begins to establish direct relationships with coffee growers
1970s
1980s
Multi-store expansion begins, offering a variety of coffee & tea
The Original Ice Blended® “We invented it!” History is made when a barista invents the Ice Blended® drink at our Westwood, California store
1989
1990s
Our team of coffee and tea experts continue to follow Herb’s passion for excellence
Our first franchised location in Singapore opens
1996
1998
We launch the Chai Tea Latte
Viva Las Vegas! Our first U.S. franchise store opens outside California
2001
2005
Establishes Caring Cup Global Charity Program
We hit the 700 store mark
2008
2009
Further global expansion includes stores in the Middle East, Asia and… Texas!
The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf® celebrates its 50TH anniversary – Happy Birthday to us!
2013
TODAY
Investment firms inject capital and form an experienced management team to grow The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf® business.