Sustainability

Reducing Coffee Waste

While espresso is an undoubtedly beautiful drink, its traditional preparation is one of the most wasteful components of any cafe or coffee shop. From the shots pulled to dial in, to making grind adjustments throughout the day, purging the grinder of multiple shots after each adjustment, and cleaning the grinder at the end of the day, there are pounds of coffee wasted per espresso selection in most coffee bars. With Pure Espresso, we do not have to sacrifice cup taste, waste ingredients, or decrease coffee quality to serve a beautiful espresso experience. 

Saving Water and Energy

By approaching Espresso in batch form, we are saving untold amounts of water and energy. In most cafes, 30-40% of energy used is specifically for the espresso machine, even more than air conditioning. Energy use is a major factor in combatting the effects of climate change. 
With water, espresso is incredibly intensive in its waste. From purging the group head before and after every extraction, to cleaning the machine throughout the day, to the extensive cleaning at night, there is far greater water use than in any other brew method. Coupled with that, all of that water has in most cases already gone through a reverse osmosis filtration, wherein there is 1:3 ratio of water to waste to produce water ideal for coffee preparation. Pure Espresso uses enough filtered water to brew its exact yield, cutting water waste by more than half.

Energy and Water Savings with Pure Espresso

Energy Efficiency for Cold Drinks:
Cold drinks, requiring no heating, only use a bar fridge. 
Energy Efficiency for Hot Drinks:
Traditional espresso machines, running 24/7, consume 30-40% of a café’s energy. Pure Espresso, using pre-steamed espresso, cuts energy use by 20-30% daily, as seen at Bar Nine in Culver City.

Batch Production Efficiency

Reduced Equipment Load: 
Batch production minimizes grinder adjustments, shot purging, and cleaning cycles, saving around 2 pounds of coffee daily and reducing energy use.

Water Savings

Water Filtration: 
Traditional espresso preparation uses extensive water for purging and cleaning, typically from a wasteful Reverse Osmosis system. Pure Espresso isolates the exact water needed for each extraction, eliminating excess use and reducing the need for complex filtration systems, which is crucial in drought-prone areas.