
In honor of Earth Day, April 22, we're taking a look at easy ways to green up your coffee routine. Making Earth-friendly espresso requires a little creativity, check out our take on it.
Brew Smart
Paper filters turn into trash with every brew cycle; reduce your carbon footprint with reusable filters or if you indulge in single-serve coffee, consider a reusable cup/capsule, like the Keurig My K-Cup. Looking to unplug? Go with a French Press, Handpresso, or manual espresso machine.
Cup Consciousness
Instead of using a disposable cup, opt for nice mugs and cups that you'll love using over again. For coffee on the go, choose a travel mug that won't end up in the landfill long after your drink's gone.
Put Your Grounds into the Ground
Make free compost with every cup! Spent grounds can deter pests, encourage worms, and nourish your garden. It'll be literally going green in no time!
Got a green coffee routine you'd like to share? Post your eco-friendly tricks here!



When it comes to my coffee, I expect a great many things: great flavor, aroma, and crema—all at the right temp. Most importantly, I've come to rely on that jolt of energy that comes with a good espresso. But, coffee can only do so much right?
I'm sure you've heard of the term "coffee breath." People who drink a lot of coffee and reek of coffee are normally known to have coffee breath; but that's not necessarily a bad thing, if the people around you happen to enjoy the smell of coffee. Everybody thinks that coffee causes bad breath and it's often true, because coffee, which has a dehydrating effect in the mouth, becomes potent when mixed with milk, and can ferment into smelly substances. Similar to some juices, coffee also contains a lot of acid. If you're unable to function without your daily dose of caffeine, you could try tea or a low-acid coffee such as Café La Semeuse Classique—which can noticeably eliminate harsh coffee breath smells.
