Organic coffee offers a smooth taste without bitterness or acidity, making it easier on your stomach and helping lower blood pressure. Plus, its zero harmful chemicals or pesticides make it better for both environment and you alike – but organic doesn’t necessarily contain more antioxidants than regular.

If you want organic coffee, look for brands certified by the USDA. Organic certification ensures that the beans were produced without synthetic pesticides, fertilizers or GMOs; also that they were grown in natural soil with abundant nutrient content; this helps reduce soil and water pollution, benefitting ecosystems.

On the internet you will find numerous high-quality, certified organic brands; however if your budget is tight it might be beneficial to purchase non-certified organic coffee beans instead. Producing certified organic coffee costs 20-30% more than non-organic varieties.

Certified organic brands use blends of various coffee beans for variety in taste and aroma. Roasting creates an even flavor that saves money for the coffee producer – which they pass onto you. If budget concerns arise, look out for products bearing the rainforest alliance or fair trade certification logos on packaging; these certifications ensure that farmers and the environment come first.

One way to save on organic coffee is to purchase it from a local roaster, supporting both their business and community at large. Many small roasters provide an array of flavors to fit your preferred flavor profile as well as assistance finding the best roast level and grind size for your brewing method.

Find a medium roast organic mold-free coffee to match your preferences and brewing preferences. Look for one certified by USDA that features low acidity and has passed tests for ochratoxin A and aflatoxins; grown under tree canopies to mimic forests for enhanced flavor while decreasing mold risk; this coffee works great in espresso machines as well as bean-to-cup automatics from DeLonghi, Breville and Smeg.

Choose dark roast organic coffee for a richer and fuller taste. This type of coffee works best in French press, drip, or pour over methods, and its smooth flavor pairs beautifully with breakfast pastries and chocolate desserts. Furthermore, this variety is USDA certified, has low acidity levels, and passed mycotoxin testing; transparent brands should provide information regarding their third-party lab tests on their websites.