Building a Green Business
April 19, 2008
A few weeks ago, a friend of ours asked if I would put together some thoughts on the challenges we have faced in creating a “green business”. The result: a three part series on why we decided to go green with some or all of it to be included in the next issue of Carolina Mountain Living…enjoy!
So you wanna go green?
First thing you need to do is ask yourself the question: “Why do I want to become a green business?” The second question you need to ask is: “What makes a business green?”
We purchase green coffee that is primarily Organic & Fair Trade. We designed a van that uses solar panels, propane, and bio-diesel to power our coffee equipment, which was right in line with one of our goals of being an “eco-friendly” business.
However, that didn’t make us a green business…at least by our standards. We believe that in order to be a “green business”, we need to focus on the amount of energy used and our carbon footprint, not to mention putting to use the three Rs of conservation: Recycle, Reuse, and Reduce.
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wednesdays at the bald guy brew
March 5, 2008
i love wednesdays at the bald guy brew. beginning around 10:15, our international head-quarters morphs into the cooliest kid friendly coffee shop in boone! moms, (as well as a couple of dads!) kids, coffee, and gold fish fill the room as the High Country Mommies meet for fellowship, stories, and fun. it just wouldn’t feel right if they didn’t show up…thanks for putting us on your calendar!
bring your own cup…just a buck!
February 21, 2008
yep, i think it is official:
we are the only roaster in boone, nc that is serving fresh roasted, fair trade and organic coffees for $1.00 if you bring your own mug, cup, or thermos. ok, don’t get too happy and bring a 30 oz thermos or a stinking beer stein…i do have a family to feed.
back from the dead…
February 18, 2008
wow, talk about sick! it seems as if i caught a nasty case of the flu on my way down to costa rica. i can’t remember the last time i felt that bad. anyway, i’m finally over the hump and will blog about the trip and put together some pics.
Costa Rican Coffee
January 29, 2008
This past week, I’ve been in Costa Rica looking at “Fincas de Cafe” (coffee farms). Man, what a hoot…from climbing on the sides of mountains (I don’t see how they can harvest coffee without falling) to being eaten alive by red ants (don’t stand on ant hills when taking pictures), I’ve definitely learned a lot about this side of the process.
In a few hours, I’ll be leaving for Boone, NC. I’ll try and get the photos together with more thoughts on Wednesday.
Coffee of the Month: Bolivian Caranavi - Fair Trade & Organic
January 1, 2008
The Cenaproc Co-op has consistently produced stellar coffees over the years, with several top ten rankings in the Bolivian Coffee Competition. Located 12 hours from La Paz, Bolivia, in the state of La Paz, the Co-op is comprised of several small communities and villages.
The cherries are handpicked and represent some of the finest organic farms in the area. This particular lot was produced by 41 small coffee producers who received an excellent premium for their hard work. A great coffee doing great things!
Cupping Notes: Slightly spicy, sweet, hints of maple of syrup and raw chocolate, delicate body, mild acidity, good balance, clean finish with a nutty flavor.
Price: $ 11.00
Coffee of the Month
December 25, 2007
As soon as I get back to the Bald Guy Brew International Head-quarters, I plan to start our coffee of the month program. Each month we will feature a different coffee with information about the farm, where it was grown, and what to expect in the cup.
Stayed tuned!
Coffees of the World Gift Pack: Bolivian, Kenyan, Sumatran, Yemen
December 4, 2007
So you’re looking for that special gift for your favorite coffee junkie and the pressure is on to find the best coffee around…well, you’ve come to the right place! Four of our best coffees covering the growing regions of the world:
Fair Trade & Organic Bolivian
Kenyan AA
Organic Sumatran
Yemen Mocca Sanani
Well, we sold out of the Yemen and Sumatran…stayed tune for new crop arrivals and additional gift packs.
online store now operational
November 28, 2007
i am slowly going through each coffee and adding descriptions and label stuff. but if you want to order some joe, be my guest! just follow this link: help feed mrs. baldguy and children by ordering coffee now!
so you wanna buy coffee from the bald guy…
November 25, 2007
well, it looks like buying fresh roasted, organic and fair trade coffee from the bald guy brew coffee company will be happening here shortly…like as soon as google checkout verifies my stuff. this is exciting. now, all of our friends who visit us at the market that made their way off the mountain can still enjoy a tasty cup of the bald guy brew.
stay tuned.