July 15, 2007 | Food & drink, Shopping
If you’re looking for a simple step toward sustainability, your coffee could very well do it for you. Go for the eco-trifecta: organic, shade-grown, and fair trade (doesn’t that just sound nice?). Organic ensures that your coffee is free of pesticides - good for you, good for the planet. Shade-grown beans mature more slowly and therefore have a fuller, richer flavor. The added plus? They ensure that rainforests weren’t destroyed for your cup of joe. And fair trade? Wouldn’t it be nice to know that the men and women who harvested your precious beans were paid a decent wage, and sent their kids to school instead of using child labor?
One of our favorites is Larry’s Beans. You can purchase just a few of their products online. But they have retailers in most major cities. Check their website to find where you can get your hands on some Larry’s Beans.
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