New England Coffee Introduces Compostable, Plant-Based Mesh Coffee Pods

New England Coffee Company, a renowned coffee roaster with over 100 years of expertise, today announced the launch of its BPI certified commercially compostable single serve pods made with plant-based mesh. The innovative pods, developed by PurPod, have replaced all of New England Coffee’s former single-serve plastic pods to deliver a richer aroma and fresher coffee flavor with materials that are friendlier to the environment, reducing plastic waste. After 100+ years of innovating, the company is still committed to improving the coffee experience and paving the way for a more sustainable lifestyle.

All single-serve flavors, including popular blends like Breakfast Blend, Blueberry Cobbler, Carmel Macchiato, Hazelnut Crème, and more, will now be delivered in the new pod format. The outer lid is comprised of commercially compostable materials, the upcycled brown ring is made with coffee bean skins (“chaff”) and other compostable materials, while the mesh filter is constructed with plant-based materials. 

“We are excited to announce that two of our major brand goals – to continue to perfect our coffee’s taste while using eco-friendlier packaging, has meshed – literally – with the introduction of our mesh, compostable pods,” said Jim Kaloyanides, Senior Vice President & General Manager of New England Coffee and a member of the family that founded New England Coffee in 1916. “New England Coffee’s new single-serve pods bring bigger flavor and leave a smaller footprint, without changing your at-home coffee routine.”

PurPod technology was designed to deliver convenient, high-quality beverages while cutting down on the waste associated with many single-serve solutions. Food waste, like coffee, and composting services are key to returning valuable nutrients to the soil.

New England Coffee pods are available to purchase online at newenglandcoffee.com and at top grocery retailers including Big Y, Giant Foods, Giant Martin’s, Hannaford, Harris Teeter, Kroger, Lowe’s, Market Basket, Price Chopper, Publix, Shaw’s, Stop & Shop, Target, Tops, Wakefern, Walmart, Weis, and Winn-Dixie.

About New England Coffee Company

For over 100 years, New England Coffee has been dedicated to bringing the finest coffee to our customers. Established in 1916, we pride ourselves on our rich heritage and commitment to quality, and we are proud to be Grounded in New England. Our team of roasters, cuppers, baggers, and leaders are dedicated to the handcrafted process we perfected over a century ago. Our beans are carefully sourced from around the world and roasted to perfection to deliver a distinctive, full-bodied flavor in every cup. From classic blends to innovative flavors, New England Coffee is passionate about crafting exceptional coffee experiences that delight and inspire.

New England Coffee is owned and operated by Reily Foods, a 5th-generation, family-owned company that provides the wholesome and authentic foods and beverages that have been bringing people together since 1902. Visit newenglandcoffee.com for more information.