In our world, ethics and business go together like coffee and cream, meaning you don’t have to sacrifice quality to do something good.
In our world, ethics and business go together like coffee and cream, meaning you don’t have to sacrifice quality to do something good.
In 1999, our co-founders Kim and Lloyd spent some time in Guatemala awaiting the adoption of their daughter.
During their stay, the couple learned about the country's culture, people, and coffee industry. But there was one thing that shocked them: the sheer number of coffee farmers living below the poverty line. Knowing how much they paid for coffee at home in Vancouver, Kim and Lloyd could see that things didn’t add up.
They believed there was a better, more equitable way to work with coffee farmers - and in 2003, Ethical Bean was born.
At Ethical Bean, fairtrade isn’t a marketing slogan—it’s part and parcel of who we are.
Leave your mark, but tread lightly.
We do this by using renewable energy, measuring our carbon footprint annually, and running a bag recycling program, among other green initiatives close to our hearts.
This means that each bag was produced with practices that promote ecological balance, biodiversity, and the use of on-farm resources.
Organic farming methods build fertility and soil health, meaning no pesticides or prohibited substances.
You could say we love community just as much as we love coffee. In fact, we think the two go hand in hand. We donate a portion of our annual sales to two Guatemala-based non-profits, as well as participate in local community initiatives and events.