Our Story
We are Sue and John, a husband-and-wife team who share a love of coffee and the simple ritual that comes with it.
That first sip in the morning is still one of our favorite parts of the day.
How it started
What began as roasting coffee at home grew into something we wanted to share. We started by creating roasts we genuinely enjoyed and sharing them with family and friends. Over time, it became clear this was something bigger. Today, we are proud to share those same coffees with you.
Meet Sue & John
Sue was born in Kentucky and raised in southern New Jersey. She earned her nursing degree from Villanova University and her Master’s in Health Administration from Saint Joseph’s University in Philadelphia.
John is a Delaware County native who grew up in Yeadon, Pennsylvania. He is a graduate of Monsignor Bonner High School and Villanova University, where he earned his degree in accounting. He later received his MBA in Finance from Saint Joseph’s University in Philadelphia. In addition to roasting coffee, John is a licensed Certified Public Accountant.
Why Blue Rock
We named our roastery Blue Rock Coffee as an homage to our adopted home of Delaware. The Wilmington Blue Rock is one of the region’s most recognizable natural features, grounding us in the place we live and serve.
That sense of connection carries through in everything we do.
The meaning behind the roasts
Every Blue Rock roast is named after a beloved pet, honoring the animals who have been part of our lives over the years. That connection is personal, and it reflects the care we bring to every batch we roast.
How we source and give back
Our work extends beyond the roastery. We partner with a global community of farmers and suppliers who are committed to quality and responsible sourcing. We believe that everyone involved, from the people growing the coffee to the people enjoying it, is part of what makes each cup meaningful.
Closer to home, we give back by donating a portion of our sales to local nonprofit animal organizations, rotating support throughout the year to reach as many as we can.
Coffee with a purpose
At its core, Blue Rock Coffee is about more than what is in the cup. It is about the people, the relationships, and the small, meaningful moments that coffee helps create every day.
