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High Point, NC

Producing low-acid coffee for wellness-conscious consumers.

• Low Acid Coffee: Puroast offers coffee with 70% less acid, reducing heartburn and digestive discomfort.
• Proprietary Roasting Process: Utilizes a unique method to maintain flavor while lowering acidity.
• Sustainable Production: Roasting process fueled by 90% renewable biofuel for efficient production.
• National Distribution: Available through major retailers like Amazon, Kroger, and Publix.
• Research-Backed Claims: Supported by studies from NC A&T and UC Davis.

Puroast Coffee is addressing the issue of high acidity in coffee, which is a common cause of heartburn and digestive discomfort for many consumers. By utilizing a proprietary roasting process, Puroast reduces acid levels by an average of 70% while maintaining rich flavor and full caffeine content. This approach positions Puroast as a leader in the emerging low acid coffee category, offering a solution for the 30% of U.S. adults who experience acid reflux from coffee. The company has published research supporting these claims and is expanding its distribution through major retailers like Amazon, Kroger, and Publix.

Puroast Coffee is also investing in manufacturing, infrastructure, and distribution to enhance operational efficiency and expand its market reach. The company’s roasting process is fueled by 90% renewable biofuel, allowing for scalable and cost-efficient production. With a patent-pending process and partnerships with media and retail giants, Puroast is well-positioned to grow within the $14 billion low acid coffee segment. The company’s focus on wellness-conscious consumers and its commitment to quality and sustainability make it a unique player in the coffee industry.

Company Info

Puroast Coffee produces low-acid, antioxidant-rich coffee for health-conscious consumers, using a unique roasting process.

Puroast Coffee specializes in producing low-acid coffee that is rich in antioxidants, catering to wellness-conscious consumers. The company employs a unique roasting process that significantly reduces acidity while maintaining full flavor and caffeine content. This proprietary method sets Puroast apart in the growing low-acid coffee market, providing a solution for those who experience digestive discomfort from traditional coffee. Puroast’s products are available nationwide through major retailers such as Amazon, Kroger, and Publix, as well as online at Puroast.com.

With a focus on sustainability, Puroast utilizes renewable biofuel in its roasting process, further enhancing its appeal to environmentally conscious consumers. The company has established a strong manufacturing base in North Carolina and is poised for further expansion with potential partnerships with large retailers like Costco and Walmart. Puroast’s commitment to quality and innovation positions it as a leader in the low-acid coffee segment.