America runs oncoffee(and not just the kind from Dunkin'.)
And, we’re not just talking about that daily latte you grab from Starbucks either.
Some farmers have lost up to 50% of their Arabica yield.
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And as a nation, we’re certainly not drinking any less coffee.
In fact, the demand for coffee continues to rise slowly as it has for years.
Take these two factors and you have a classic supply-and-demand imbalance affecting the price of your java."
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While the coffee outlook seems dim, there’s hope.
Read on for some tips to save money on your brews straight from the mouths of coffee experts.
Grind your own.
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As you’re shopping and weighing your options, consider going with a burr grinder, which Hoar suggests.
Pay attention to the amount you’re using.
Well, that’s just money down the drain…literally.
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check that you’re only making what you need on a day-to-day basis.
To get the most out of your precious coffee grounds, you’ll want to measure them out meticulously.
Put that normal soup spoon back in the drawer and use a coffee scoop with exact measurements instead.
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Consider a new brewing method.
“For example, a French press or pour-over setup can be affordable and yield great results.”
Aeropresses and automatic drip machines are fairly common as well, and are more economical choices.
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Buy in bulk.
But, when proper storage techniques are used, it can actually be a very financially smart decision.
Opt for a subscription-based coffee brand.
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The perfect amount of coffee delivered right to your door?
Why didn’t we think of this earlier?
Try popular options likeAtlas Coffee CluborTrade.
Buy local.
Purchasing local and direct from coffee shops is also a good idea, according to Lazarevic.
“A lot of the markup for coffee comes from retail chains and shipping costs,” he says.
“The shipping costs are particularly high for low-cost items like coffee.
Plus, you could feel good about supporting local businesses rather than the coffee juggernauts.
