Incapto Coffee presents you the coffee shell cups
From the beginning, Incapto Coffee has not stopped reaffirming its commitment to the coffee industry and the environment. Through the sale of high-quality coffee beans (which supports several coffee-growing families) and sustainable preparation methods such as super automatic coffee maker. That is why we have decided to add new members to continue with this sustainable work, after launching the coffee shell cups, and make this experience unique.
We take the issue of recycling very seriously. Therefore, we have given life to the residue of coffee husks, including this very important accessory to our catalog. A product that for some time went from being discarded to becoming the main ingredient in many drinks around the world.
With these magnificent cups, in addition to promoting the care of the Planet, you would also be promoting the circular economy, since you would be taking home a product of the highest quality. Do you find them interesting? Well, we invite you to continue reading to discover details about how they preserve the temperature of the coffee and what makes them so practical.
Coffee shells. What are they and how are they obtained?
As we have explained on several occasions, the husks are the dry layer that covers the coffee fruit (the bean). Nowadays, it is part of many drinks such as infusions. They are even ideal for those who prefer decaffeinated or caffeine-free drinks.
Coffee husks, which are obtained by benefiting process, (when they are separated from the grain), were used from the beginning by communities in Yemen and Bolivia, a long time ago. But it was not until a few years ago that they became a novelty for Westerners.
In fact, the Salvadoran Aida Betlle, was responsible for paying special attention to the potential of this product, after perceiving its pleasant aroma when they were exposed to the sun on his farm.
Fortunately, more and more people decide to give the peels a chance by looking for a new use, such as fertilizer, drink or accessories such as cups. Something that was not done in the past, where it was only limited to its compost as organic matter.
As a company dedicated to the coffee industry and defenders of environmental care, we firmly believe in reuse and making the most of the waste from each of the processes the coffee goes through. An example of this is giving new life to coffee grounds, which have various uses such as fertilizer or beauty treatment.
Economy and recycling
If we talk in economic terms, practically half of the weight of the harvest does not provide benefits to the coffee grower. And if we focus on environmental factors, in the event that there is malpractice on the part of coffee growers or cooperatives, these byproducts, in this case coffee husks, can end up in rivers or if they are dumped near processing plants, they can end up becoming a source of pollution by producing methane emissions.
To be a little more precise, the production of coffee husks and mucilage contributes to 5 million tons of waste each year.
Until now we were talking about waste in the countryside, but if we focus on the coffee drink there is also a high percentage of waste. That is, an espresso is roughly made up of 99% water and 1% of the solids of roasted and ground coffee that are soluble in water.
99% of coffee, which is not soluble, becomes waste that is normally thrown into the trash. If you use coffee beans or ground, you can throw this organic waste into the trash so that it reaches a composting plant and at least becomes compost. But in the case of drinking encapsulated coffee, apart from the ground waste, for each cup around 4 grams of aluminum or plastic waste will be generated. In this case it cannot be thrown into any recycling container, it must be specifically taken to a collection point.
But don't be scared, it's not all bad news, because as pioneers in the industry and entrepreneurs committed to the environment and lovers of the circular economy, we don't stop looking for possible uses for by-products. And we have to say that the advances made so far demonstrate that these components have a high value for different sectors.
What are coffee shell cups like?
Although some people or companies include coffee peels as ingredients in drinks and infusions. In Incapto Coffee, we decided to give it a new use with the launch of beautiful and practical cups, perfect for enjoying a good coffee at any time of the day.
These shell cups, pleated design are from the brand Huskee and they provide an innovative, durable and ecological concept for the reuse of organic waste, such as in this case coffee, a product that will be with us from beginning to end. Which makes this experience impossible to beat. Regarding the colors, two are currently available: charcoal and natural, which gives them a quite interesting and attractive touch.
While its capabilities are found in Incapto Coffee from 180ml, 240ml and 360ml, adapting to all tastes and needs. So, if you know a coffee lover who is close to a birthday or simply want to give yourself something very useful, this will undoubtedly be the best option.
Now, for each coffee consumer, at least 3 kilos of organic waste from coffee husks, per year. Which gives a total of 1.35 million tons per year, enough for the creation of many sustainable products, such as cups.
What makes them so special?
In addition to being a 100% sustainable product, shell cups are a product that brings together a series of qualities that are difficult to ignore and that we will reveal below:
-They can be washed in the dishwasher without any risks, which is why they are long-lasting utensils. You can have it at home, but it also comes with a practical lid so you can take your hot coffee to work or to the gym.
-Being quite resistant, they can also be put in the microwave without any problem
-It is able to keep coffee hot for longer, which is great for the cold season.
- They are quite comfortable to hold, even with the drink being very hot.
-These cups are toxic free (BPA Free)
-They are reusable
-You can purchase them individually or in packs of 4, ideal for the whole family.
-An excellent alternative to cutting down trees, because, when mixed with other materials, it makes it very similar to wood.
Join the recycling initiative
We live in difficult times, where staying healthy and taking care of the planet are one of the main purposes. However, each year it is reported that approximately 600 billion containers takeaways are found in landfills.
But will there be a solution for this? Fortunately there is, to do this the first thing we have to do is change our mentality and help others do it, motivating them to use reusable and recycled products, such as shell cups.
It goes without saying that, Incapto Coffee has a strong commitment to the Environment. Therefore, we reject single-use products such as coffee capsules, which are characterized by being highly polluting. This without overlooking the fact that they do not provide the same quality in terms of flavor and aroma as a cup based on freshly ground coffee beans. Although many companies claim that these can be recycled, the truth is that this only happens with a small percentage, making it undesirable.
Shell cups are undoubtedly a utensil that we should consider having in our homes, workplaces, or even if you own a coffee shop, you could include them and integrate your clientele into this sustainable movement. They are ideal for enjoying coffee at its best, an experience that you can live alone or with your entire family.
