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 Early History:
In 1918, Herschel Mills Duncan founded the original Duncan Coffee. Herschel, whose uncle J.W. Neal founded Maxwell House, developed a special blend called Maryland Club which was priced above competitors and cultivated an elegant image. For 46 years, until the brand was sold to Coca-Cola, Duncan Coffee was famous nationwide for its coffee.
Coca-Cola Era:
In 1959, Herschel's nephew, Charles Duncan, acquired the company. Duncan Coffee went on to make several acquistions and eventually was purchased by The Coca-Cola Co. Charles Duncan served for a brief time as chairman of Coca-Cola.
 Rebirth:
In 1997, Herschel Mills Duncan IV fired up the roasters and reestablished the Duncan Coffee Company. Continuing in the footsteps of his great-grandfather, Herschel IV provides the same commitment to quality and freshness in each of Duncan Coffee's roasts.
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