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Folgers is an American coffee brand owned by The J.M.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Folgers is an American coffee brand owned by The J.M. Smucker Company. It is sold in the United States and also distributed in Canada, Asia, and Mexico, and its coffee is roasted in New Orleans. The brand traces its origins to San Francisco in the mid-19th century.

History

Folgers originated from a San Francisco coffee business founded by James A. Folger in 1850. The brand grew nationally over time and later changed corporate ownership from Procter & Gamble to The J.M. Smucker Company in 2008.

Operations

Folgers roasts coffee in New Orleans and distributes products in several markets, including the United States and Canada. Public descriptions identify it as part of Smucker's coffee portfolio.

Brand development

The company expanded beyond its original West Coast base and became one of the best-known packaged coffee brands in the United States. Its Canadian website says the brand entered Canada in 1999.

Product range

Folgers sells a range of coffee products rather than a single blend. Public brand materials mention varieties such as Black Silk and Intensely Dark.

Key facts

  • Folgers is an American coffee brand owned by The J.M. Smucker Company.
  • The brand was founded by James A. Folger in 1850 in San Francisco.
  • Folgers coffee is roasted in New Orleans, Louisiana.
  • The brand was owned by Procter & Gamble before Smucker acquired it in 2008.
  • Folgers launched in Canada in 1999 and is distributed there.
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Canadian context

Folgers has been distributed in Canada since 1999, making it a familiar packaged coffee brand for Canadian consumers.

Frequently asked questions

What is Folgers?
Folgers is an American coffee brand owned by The J.M. Smucker Company.
Who founded Folgers?
The brand is credited to James A. Folger, who founded the San Francisco coffee business in 1850.
Who owns Folgers now?
Folgers is owned by The J.M. Smucker Company.
Where is Folgers coffee roasted?
Folgers roasts its coffee in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Is Folgers sold in Canada?
Yes. Folgers says it launched in Canada in 1999 and is distributed there.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Folgers
    Supports: Brand identity, ownership by The J.M. Smucker Company, distribution in Canada, Asia and Mexico, and roasting in New Orleans.
  2. Folgers Canada — https://www.folgers.ca/en/our-story
    Supports: Brand history, founder James A. Folger, and launch in Canada in 1999.
  3. The Times-Picayune / NOLA.com — https://www.nola.com/gambit/news/blake_pontchartrain-the-history-of-folgers-in-new-orleans/article_d616ad60-b69c-11ec-af90-e379a5c3fd03.html
    Supports: New Orleans roasting history and acquisition timeline, including Procter & Gamble and The J.M. Smucker Company.
  4. Food Dive — https://www.fooddive.com/news/how-folgers-has-ushered-in-almost-170-years-of-happy-mornings/559247/
    Supports: Folgers as a major packaged coffee brand and part of Smucker's coffee division.