Who is Tim?
Hi, I’m Tim, and my love for coffee dates back to my childhood in the early 80s. I vividly remember waking up in my pajamas, the comforting aroma of coffee and bacon filling the house as I watched Good Morning America with my mother. That scent brought a sense of security and nostalgia that has stayed with me through the years.
In college, while my peers were indulging in gourmet coffee, I stuck with a fully automated Mr. Coffee machine in my dorm room, brewing mediocre coffee just for the smell. It was like a coffee alarm clock for me, and though I rarely drank it, the familiar aroma was a comforting presence.
My true coffee epiphany came in 1995 while living in Berkeley. I had the honor of meeting Alfred Peet of Peet’s Coffee fame and touring their roasting facility in Emeryville. This experience opened my eyes to the intricate art and science of coffee. It deepened my appreciation for the craft and set me on a path to eventually open "Tim is Making Great Coffee" in San Juan Capistrano, California.
Of course, we are talking about PBS Painter extraordinaire. Why is there a Bob Ross Shrine when you walk into Tim’s store? Well, it all started in 2015 when Tim opened Tim is Making Great Coffee. He had no idea what to play on TV so he played the Presidential election coverage. He noticed that no matter if it was Trump or Clinton who came on TV, his customers would be extra grouchy. So he went looking for the least controversial person on TV to watch. It was either Mr. Rogers or Bob Ross. Tim chose Bob Ross, no offense to Mr. Rogers. So, Tim would constantly play Bob Ross videos on Netflix or YouTube for three straight years. Everyone thought Tim had a man crush on Bob Ross, and whenever his customers saw a Bob Ross souvenir, they thought of Tim and bought it for the store. In fact little 4-year-old Joshua Foster won the Bob Ross doll at Circus Circus in Vegas and immediately turned to his mom and dad and said “I’m taking that to Tim”. Now, isn’t that cool?
Who is Bob?
What Makes Tim’s Coffee so Great?
The secret to my coffee’s exceptional quality lies in my unwavering commitment to using only 100% USDA Certified Organic Coffee. This ensures that every cup is free from pesticides and harmful chemicals, providing a healthier option without compromising on taste. Over the years, I’ve witnessed the gap between organic and conventionally grown coffee close significantly. Today, many organically grown coffees not only match but often surpass the flavor profiles of non-organic varieties.
At "Tim is Making Great Coffee," I combine my passion for the craft with a dedication to quality and sustainability. Every cup is a product of meticulous sourcing, roasting, and brewing, resulting in a coffee experience that delights the palate and supports well-being. This commitment to excellence has earned my shop a spot as the #10 best coffee shop on Yelp's list of top 100 coffee shops in all of the United States. I invite you to come and taste the difference for yourself.