Starbucks is widely known for providing fast, efficient service – yet does not always provide organic coffee options. From packaged beans for home coffee makers to triple shot lattes, their 100% Arabica coffee does not come from organic farms; however, there are options available if customers wish to consume organically produced caffeine from them.

The Yukon blend can be found both whole bean and ground form at most Starbucks locations and boasts an earthy yet light flavor, with subtle citrus and nutty notes from roasting process. This coffee makes an excellent option for those seeking dark roast taste but want to avoid excessive caffeine intake.

Organic Veranda Blend coffee offers another excellent option, as it is roasted for less time compared to other dark roasts yet still features full, complex and chocolate flavors – an excellent selection for those sensitive to acidity.

Starbucks does offer some organically produced options, though they have yet to commit exclusively to purchasing from certified organic growers. This could be because growing organically takes more time and is more costly. However, Starbucks does support Fair Trade markets and Conservation International which helps protect rainforests and endangered species.

Starbucks sources its coffee from Asia, South America and Africa. Although their preferred purchasing region would be one that practices organic farming practices such as organically growing beans in a certified environment; unfortunately this is often impractical due to a shortage of supply at any given time. Furthermore, organic methods often yield lesser results and incur greater costs – thereby disincentivising farmers from paying the premium price for such beans.

There are some farmers who do agree to become certified organic. This involves going through an intensive and lengthy certification process which includes inspection, providing proof of standards and paying an annual fee to a certifying agency. Unfortunately, many of these farmers don’t get paid the $1.20 figure touted at Starbucks conferences; that figure actually refers to what Starbucks pays middlemen rather than directly paying farmers themselves.

If you want a fantastic cup of coffee, my recommendation would be visiting an independent, local coffee shop that specializes in organically produced beans. While these shops may not offer as many fancy drinks, but you will get better quality product while supporting local communities while also avoiding harmful pesticides and chemicals that are used on conventionally produced beans to prolong shelf life – these chemicals have been linked with insomnia, anxiety and addiction; who wants their morning starting out this way?! It is definitely worth making extra efforts in finding organic coffee!