Mold, Mycotoxins, and Purity Claims in Coffee

A handful of coffee companies popular online have been marketing their coffee with a claim of being “mold free”. Is this a valid concern, or is this just a boogeyman created by purity claims? This ...

Decaf, But Make It Delicious: Exploring Sugarcane & Mountain Water Processes

Learn how decaf coffee can still taste incredible. This guide breaks down the EA Sugarcane decaf process and compares it to the Mountain Water Process and traditional methylene chloride decaf. Whet...

What Makes Your Coffee Special?

Let’s be honest, most of us don't usually think too hard about the details behind our morning cup of coffee. I know I didn’t, at least not until I started working at Backyard Beans. But have you ev...

Partner Highlight: Weavers Way Co-op

Sometimes all it takes is one moment to change the course of a business. For Backyard Beans that moment happened at the Lansdale Farmers Market in 2013 when Luis from Weavers Way Co-op approached...

Earth Day Sustainability Tips from Our Sustainability Coordinator

For Earth Day, our Sustainability Coordinator Christina goes over some ideas and tips on how to incorporate sustainability into everyday life. Learn more about buying bulk, supporting local, reduci...

Impact Reports: Why Do They Matter?

Our first official Impact Report for 2024 - a look back at the year detailing how we made a difference for our team members, our industry, our customers, and our community.

We Believe in a Better Way of Doing Business: How B Corps Are a Force for Good

March is B Corp Month, a time to celebrate businesses that prioritize people and the planet. Learn what it means to be a certified B Corporation, why it matters, and how this movement is driving Ba...

Why has the cost of coffee gone up?

Coffee prices have recently risen to historic highs, with the C price more than tripling from past averages. We’ll explain how a rising global demand matched with decreasing supply, supply chain di...

How to Cup Coffee

Ever wonder how to cup coffee like a pro? If you've always been intrigued by the art of coffee cupping but thought it would take ages to master, think again! In this quick and informative tutorial,...

Warm Hearts: Benefiting Children's Hospital Philadelphia

At Backyard Beans, we're about more than just great coffee; we're about changing lives. Warm Hearts is where your coffee meets a cause. We proudly contribute its net proceeds to Children's Hospital...