Compostable Biodegradable Capsules
We’ve introduced Nespresso® compatible Capsules to our range. If we were ever going to do it, it was only going to be this way. 100% Biobased, 100% Biodegradable, 100% Compostable.
It’s no secret there is a collective concern over waste created by coffee capsules. We believe in building bridges rather than throwing stones, so we have taken action to ‘be a part of the solution’ by offering our coffee in a compostable capsule alternative that is kinder to the environment and filled to the brim with environmental credibility and a refinement of flavour that speaks of our signature roasting style.
We see this product as a bridge, for those who love the capsule brewing method but want to make a better environmental choice and access beautiful high grade coffee using capsules. Our core bean product remains the same as always, inspiring the capsule range of 2 origin offerings, the Mexican (a great crowd pleaser) and Ethiopian (a long black beauty).
We’ve shared some brewing tips and frequently asked questions below outlining compostable credibility and disposal info, and some pro tips to ensure you get the very best out of your investment in a great coffee experience at home.
Please be in touch for recommendations, trouble shooting or questions of any sort at beans@barossacoffee.com.
BREWING TIPS:
The benefit of the capsule brewing method is it’s clean, no fuss, consistent and above all convenient. We wanted to make it better and add exceptional taste and flavour to that list, extracting the beauty of our high grade coffee for capsule drinkers. The Nespresso® machine is able to create incredible results with our compostable capsules with a little extra effort outlined in the brewing tips below.
Program your Machine:
Most Nespresso® machines have instructions in the manual to program the pour time. Please refer to the manual of your machine or follow the instructions below to adjust the factory settings to our recommended pour times.
Espresso (short pour): 25g beverage weight
Lungo (long pour): 60g beverage weight
To programme following these 6 steps:
- Place a set of digital scales under the spout of your machine and place a cup onto the scales.
- Reset the scales to zero.
- Place the compostable capsule into the machine as normal.
- Press and hold down the short pour button to start the machine.
- Release the button when the beverage reaches 25g.
- For the long pour, repeat the above steps from 1-5 selecting the long pour button instead, and release the button when the beverage reaches 60g. The short and long pour buttons are now set to the correct beverage weights.
Flush your machine:
Ensure you flush your machine prior to brewing a capsule by selecting a short pour without a capsule. This will eliminate stale coffee from previous brews. Do so again after pouring a capsule to minimise oil build up which impacts flavour outcome.
Shake your Capsule before use:
Even extraction and flow is essential for great results, so give each capsule a shake before use to disperse the coffee grinds inside.
Water Quality:
Water makes an immense impact on the final outcome of your cup, after all a cup of coffee is more than 90% water. Our capsules are designed using reverse osmosis water (pure water) that has had the correct minerals added to create an exceptional flavour profile. This is why we recommend and encourage you to go the distance when it comes to water quality so that your coffee doesn’t taste flat and lifeless. This will also assist in minimising scale build up in your machine. We recommend filtering your water using a BRITA water jug, or similar filter tap water as a minimum.
Compatibility:
Our capsules are compatible with original Nespresso® machines, apart from the commercial and built in models. The machines we test on and recommend for consistent results are the Expert Auto, Pixi, Citiz, Creatista, Latissima, U Solo and Inissia.
FAQ:
What are the capsules made from?
Made from plant based materials, certified Compostable Biodegradable to the AS5810 Standard.
Certified Home Compostable (AS5810): According to Australian Standards**, products must achieve 90% disintegration within 6 months and full biodegradation within 12 months in a home compost bin. If broken down in industrial facility : 12 weeks
**Anywhere there is oxygen and microorganism: a home compost, garden, green bin, worm farm, composter.Home composting conditions vary from the products simply being buried in soil to well managed home composting conditions with regular turning and maintenance of moisture levels. Under the latter conditions, AS5810 certified home compostable products will disintegrate and biodegrade well within the time frames included in AS5810, at the same rate as would other organic matter like food scraps.
How do I dispose of the capsules after use?
Dispose of your capsules via your Council green waste bin, to access the commercial composting stream and be made into usable compost. Or dispose of into your home composting system if optimised (see above).
Compostable capsules disposed of in your general waste bin will still biodegrade in landfill, just over a longer period of time.
Is it normal for capsules to sometime not eject properly?
Yes, it does happen sometimes. it’s normal especially when the machine has made many coffees in a row and is quite warm. Simply push the capsule through to the eject chamber before continuing.
What is in the capsules?
Not just any old coffee, pure freshly roasted Barossa Coffee elegance. We’re very excited to deliver our high grade, traceable coffee choice to capsule drinkers. Enjoy!