Pods (10) - Los Altos Decaf Coffee

• Orign: Nicaragua
• Region: Laguna Verde, Jinotega
• Method: Washed & CO2 Decaffeinated
• Producers: The Mierisch Family
• Elevation: 1,275 - 1,400 masl
• Varieties: Red Catuai
• Notes: Chocolate - Roasted Almond - Brown Sugar

The biocapsule from Terracaps® is made of a bioplastic (Terrablend®), which is made of renewable raw materials. The technical additives are also biodegradable and environmentally friendly. Terracaps ® is certified as CO 2 / climate neutral by Climate Partner

It is best to first check with your local authority as waste collections vary across the country. The capsules are certified for industrial composting in accordance with EN 13432. This means, ideally, the capsules need temperatures above 50° Celsius to decompose as fast and environmentally friendly as possible. The lower the temperature, the longer the capsule will take to decompose. In the worst case scenario, if the capsule is thrown away somewhere in nature, it might take up to a year.

You can, but without temperatures of 50° Celsius the capsules will take longer to break down, possibly up to one year. 

What happens if I dispose of the capsules in the general waste bin?
Waste is increasingly being sent to energy-from-waste facilities. Being compostable has little benefit here, but if the material is bio-based the net CO2 emissions are likely to be less than for conventional plastic.

You can rest assured, that you're getting one of the highest quality coffee pods Ireland has to offer, while improving the livelihoods of others and fostering environmental stewardship.

We're achieving this by:

• This coffee is 100% plastic-free and eco friendly, these Nespresso compatible capsules are the first in the world to feature an oxygen barrier to preserve freshness and reduce packaging.
• Bear Market are paying higher prices to source our green beans than other coffee houses, to ensure fair and appropriate pay for working hours and quality beans.
• Achieving greater supply chain transparency, to support and spearhead the eradication of child labour, safer working conditions and cleaner environmental practices.
• Working directly with our farmers and coffee growers, without any muddy or corner-cutting intermediaries.
• Fostering an ongoing working relationship with our farmers ensures a steady and reliable income so they can improve their living conditions and farming needs.
• Monitoring and assessing our supply chain with thorough traceability and transparency reports.