Tiny Footprint Coffee Whole‑Bean Dark Roast Coffee — 16 oz, USDA Organic & Carbon Negative

This 16-ounce bag delivers a dark-roast profile from Single-Origin Nicaraguan Arabica sourced through cooperative partners and roasted in Minneapolis. The beans are shade-grown, USDA Organic certified, and linked to Fair Trade programs; part of every sale funds tree-planting projects in Ecuador’s Mindo cloud forest so more carbon is removed than produced in the coffee’s life cycle.

What flavor should I expect from this Nicaraguan dark roast?

The roast leans sultry and bold with roasted chocolate backbone and brighter traditional Nicaraguan notes underneath. You’ll find layered hints of apricot, fig, and warm spice that stand up well to milk-based drinks while still offering character in a straight pour-over or French press.

• Roast level: dark, with developed chocolate and caramelized sugar tones
• Tasting notes: chocolate, apricot, fig, and warm spice
• Best methods: espresso, drip, French press, and moka pot
• Bean type: 100% shade-grown Arabica, whole bean

How does Tiny Footprint Coffee make this product carbon negative?

The brand partners with a conservation nonprofit to fund reforestation in the Mindo Cloud Forest, donating part of each sale toward planting native trees that sequester more carbon than the coffee’s production emits. In practice, the calculated long-term CO2 removed per pound of planted forest exceeds emissions from growing, processing, and distributing the coffee.

• Donation model: a portion of proceeds per pound funds tree planting
• Carbon math: reforestation projects remove significantly more CO2 over time than emitted
• Local impact: projects support habitat, soil conservation, and water table restoration
• Supply chain: roastery improvements to reduce waste and energy use

What certifications and sourcing practices back this coffee’s sustainability?

This coffee holds USDA Organic and Fair Trade certifications and is sourced from cooperative networks that support small farmers’ livelihoods. The roastery emphasizes small-batch craft roasting and operational steps—like composting grounds and energy-efficient equipment—to reduce environmental impact beyond the bean.

• Certifications: USDA Organic, Fair Trade Certified
• Sourcing: single-origin from Nicaragua, partner cooperatives supporting farmers
• Roasting: small-batch on a retrofitted Probat drum roaster with fuel-efficient burners
• Packaging & operations: biodegradable bags, composting, and waste reduction efforts

How should I store and brew the whole bean for best results?

Keep whole beans in a cool, dark place in an airtight container and grind them just before brewing to preserve volatile aromatics. Use water between 195–205°F (90–96°C) and adjust grind size to your method; finer for espresso, medium for drip, and coarse for French press.

• Storage: airtight container away from heat and sunlight
• Grind: grind fresh; adjust for brewing method
• Water temp: 195–205°F (90–96°C) for optimal extraction
• Ratio: start near 1:15–1:17 coffee to water and tweak to taste

Who is this for: This coffee suits anyone who wants a bold, dark-roast whole bean with ethical sourcing and measurable environmental investment. It’s ideal for home baristas and coffee lovers who prefer whole-bean freshness, value organic and Fair Trade standards, and want purchases that support on-the-ground reforestation and rural livelihoods.

Ingredients

100% Shade Grown Organic Arabica Coffee