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Low acid organic coffee. Crafted to Love Your Stomach®.

Up to 25% lower CGAs than competing low acid Arabica blends.

pH 5.4 to 5.8USDA Organic Third-party lab tested

Chiapas, Honduras, Nicaragua

$188.09 per delivery

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Approx. $0.62 per cup

About 302 cups per order.

Estimate uses 15g of coffee per 8 fl oz cup. Yield varies with brewing strength. Excludes tax.

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Per-cup estimates use 15g of coffee per 8 fl oz cup.

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Third-party lab tested Screened for 600+ pesticides and 5 mycotoxins. None detected. See results

USDA Organic

Kosher

Non-GMO

Gluten-free

Vegan

Mold & Mycotoxin Free

Lab results for this roast

Tested March 2025 by Genista Biosciences

Screened for 600+ pesticides and 5 mycotoxins. None detected.

Mycotoxins (French Roast)
AnalyteResultDetection limit
Ochratoxin A<1 ppb1 ppb
Total Aflatoxin<1 ppb1 ppb
T-2 Toxin<1 ppb1 ppb
Fumonisin (B1, B2, B3)<2.5 ppb2.5 ppb
Deoxynivalenol<0.25 ppm0.25 ppm
Pesticides (French Roast)
AnalyteResultDetection limit
Pesticide residue screen (600+ compounds)All Tested Pesticides Below LOQLOQ 0.01 ppm (mg/kg) per pesticide
Glyphosate<0.01 ppm(mg/kg)0.01 ppm
Heavy Metals (French Roast)
AnalyteResultDetection limit
Arsenic1.2 ppb (μg/kg)
Cadmium3.6 ppb (μg/kg)
Lead4.1 ppb (μg/kg)
Mercury<1 ppb (μg/kg)1 ppb
Microbiology (French Roast)
AnalyteResultDetection limit
Aerobic Plate Count<50 CFU/g50 CFU/g
Coliform<10 CFU/g10 CFU/g
E. coli<10 CFU/g10 CFU/g
E. coli O157:H7Negative/25g
Salmonella spp.Negative/25g
Staphylococcus aureus<10 CFU/g10 CFU/g
Staphylococcus spp.Negative/25g
Yeast & Mold<10 CFU/g10 CFU/g
Coffee Compounds (French Roast)
AnalyteResult
Chlorogenic Acid210.80 ppm
pH5.77
Mycotoxins (Decaf)
AnalyteResultDetection limit
Ochratoxin A<1 ppb1 ppb
Total Aflatoxin<1 ppb1 ppb
T-2 Toxin<1 ppb1 ppb
Fumonisin (B1, B2, B3)<2.5 ppb2.5 ppb
Deoxynivalenol<0.25 ppm0.25 ppm
Pesticides (Decaf)
AnalyteResultDetection limit
Pesticide residue screen (600+ compounds)All Tested Pesticides Below LOQLOQ 0.01 ppm (mg/kg) per pesticide
Glyphosate<0.01 ppm(mg/kg)0.01 ppm
Heavy Metals (Decaf)
AnalyteResultDetection limit
Arsenic6.2 ppb (μg/kg)
Cadmium7.0 ppb (μg/kg)
Lead7.6 ppb (μg/kg)
Mercury<1 ppb (μg/kg)1 ppb
Microbiology (Decaf)
AnalyteResultDetection limit
Aerobic Plate Count<50 CFU/g50 CFU/g
Coliform<10 CFU/g10 CFU/g
E. coli<10 CFU/g10 CFU/g
E. coli O157:H7Negative/25g
Salmonella spp.Negative/25g
Staphylococcus aureus<10 CFU/g10 CFU/g
Staphylococcus spp.Negative/25g
Yeast & Mold<10 CFU/g10 CFU/g
Coffee Compounds (Decaf)
AnalyteResult
Chlorogenic Acid243.00 ppm
pH5.58

Laboratory measurements describe the tested samples; they do not guarantee how an individual will respond to drinking coffee. The results contained in the report relate only to samples submitted.

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Why low acid

Smooth by design, measured by a lab

Coffee's acidity comes from many compounds. Chlorogenic acids (CGAs) are among the ones that shape the sharp, bitter edge in a cup, and roasting time and temperature decide how much of them is left.

  1. 1
    100% organic Arabica. Arabica beans naturally carry lower CGA levels than Robusta.
  2. 2
    Convection roasted. Hot air heats each bean evenly from skin to core.
  3. 3
    A slower, lower-temperature finish. It reduces CGAs further without over-darkening the beans.
  4. 4
    Independent testing. Third-party labs test for pH, chlorogenic acids, pesticides, mycotoxins and heavy metals.
See the chlorogenic acid and pH results

pH, measured by an independent lab

5.4 to 5.8

Higher pH means lower acidity. Lab results describe the tested samples. View lab reports

How it compares

What goes into every bag

AttributeAlex'sTypical coffee
USDA certified organic YesNo
100% Arabica YesVaries
Convection roasted with hot air YesNo
Third-party lab tested for mycotoxins and pesticides, results published YesNo
Low acid, pH 5.4 to 5.8 by lab test YesNo

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How to brew

Grind fresh, brew your way

  1. Grind right before brewing. Medium for drip, coarse for French press, fine for espresso.
  2. Measure. Start with 15g of coffee per 8 fl oz of water, then adjust to taste.
  3. Brew. Water just off the boil, about 195 to 205°F.
  4. Store well. Keep beans sealed, cool and away from light.

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FAQ

Questions about this coffee

What comes in the 5 lb Perfectly Prepared Host pack?

Two 5 lb bags, one French Roast and one Decaf. Choose the whole bean pack or the fresh ground pack; both bags in a pack match that format. That is 160 oz of coffee in total, made for frequent entertaining. Opened 5 lb bags cannot be returned, so this pack suits people who already know they like both roasts.

How much coffee is in a 5 lb bag?

A 5 lb bag holds 80 oz of coffee, more than six and a half times a 12 oz bag. It suits households that brew every day, offices and anyone who shares their coffee. It comes in French Roast, Decaf, Rise & Shine and Half Caff, whole bean or fresh ground. Browse the 5 lb bags.

How is your decaf decaffeinated? Is it Swiss Water?

Our Decaf uses the Mountain Water Process, not the Swiss Water Process. It removes caffeine without chemical solvents, and the beans are 100% organic Arabica from Chiapas, Mexico. Like all decaf, it still contains a small amount of caffeine. Decaf comes in 12 oz and 5 lb bags, single-serve cups and steep bags. Shop Decaf

Can I return a 5 lb bag after opening it?

No. Opened 5 lb bags are excluded from returns. Unopened 5 lb bags follow our standard policy: within 30 days of receipt, with a return authorization from customer service before you ship it back. If a bag arrives damaged or incorrect, contact us within 7 days of delivery. New to a roast? Try a 12 oz bag first.

How many cups of coffee does a 12 oz bag make?

About 22. A 12 oz bag holds about 340 grams of coffee, and at roughly 15 grams per brew that works out to about 22 servings. Your total depends on your recipe and mug size. For comparison, a single-serve box has 12 cups, a steep bag box has 10 bags, and a 5 lb bag holds about 2,270 grams, or roughly 150 brews at the same 15 grams.

How should I store my coffee to keep it fresh?

Keep it tightly sealed in a cool, dry place, away from heat, sunlight and moisture. Our whole bean and ground coffee is sealed in airtight packaging to protect freshness, and each steep bag comes in its own foil packet, so open them one at a time. After opening, keep the package tightly closed between uses and follow the best-by date.

What makes Alex's coffee low acid?

The beans and the roast. We start with organic Arabica, roast it with hot air convection and hold the final stage longer at a lower temperature. That slower finish reduces chlorogenic acids (CGAs), naturally occurring acids in coffee, without over-darkening the beans. An independent lab then measured pH and CGAs in our four core roasts. See the lab results

How much do I save with Subscribe & Save?

It depends on the product and pack size. A single 12 oz bag on subscription is 10% off its one-time price, and 3- and 6-bag subscriptions save more compared with buying single bags. Steep bag boxes are 20% off, 5 lb bags 15% off and variety packs 20% off their one-time prices. Single steep bags aren't available on subscription. The product page shows the exact price. How Subscribe & Save works

Description

Do you love coffee, but cannot handle the acid? Over 30% of the coffee-drinking public experiences upper gastrointestinal distress when drinking coffee. These symptoms can manifest as heartburn, acid reflux, indigestion, sour stomach, and GERD. The assumption has been that Ph level has much to do with these symptoms. This is misleading and in most cases, incorrect.

Alex’s Low-Acid Organic Coffee™ is now available in economy size! These five-pound bags contain more than six and a half times the coffee of our traditional 12oz bags and are perfect for the everyday java drinker—or for those who just like to share their beans.

Our Perfectly Prepared Host 5lb Whole Bean Variety Pack is the ultimate solution for the frequent entertainer. This bundle will help you be ready to share a cup of coffee with guests, no matter their after-dinner caffeine preference. It includes one 5lb (80oz) whole bean bag of each of the following:

  • Alex's Low-Acid Organic Coffee™ - French Roast Whole Bean (5lbs)—Our iconic French Roast Coffee offers a special blend of three highly sought-after beans (50% Chiapas, 25% Nicaragua, 25% Honduras) and is mild, delicate, and balanced. It is perfectly roasted to a medium-leaning dark, almost French, Roast. It is dark enough to have a full body and chocolatey personality, but it lacks any burnt or bitter notes. Instead, the flavors in these beans are still detectable, and that is a great thing!
  • Alex's Low-Acid Organic Coffee™ - Decaf Whole Bean (5lbs)—Our perfect Decaf Coffee contains 100% pure Chiapas coffee beans. Grown in southern Mexico, near the border with Guatemala, Chiapas coffee beans have the same characteristics as Guatemalan beans that you would expect from the volcanic soil and high altitude they grow in. They are mild and delicate, with slightly sweet notes of brown sugar and pear. They also have a nutty overtone.

There are dozens of different types of acids in coffee. Many of them are beneficial to flavor and are healthy. However, there is a specific acid in coffee that causes upper GI distress. Chlorogenic Acid, specifically CQA 3,4, and 5, has been definitively correlated with stomach problems. Chlorogenic Acids can occur naturally in coffee. Drum roasting can significantly increase these levels.

Over 98% of coffee roasters in this country roast coffee in a drum roaster. We don't. Instead, we've engineered, designed, and manufactured our coffee roaster, which utilizes patented convection technology to roast coffee. Instead of introducing coffee to a hot drum, we roast our coffee beans in a fluidized bed of hot air. Our coffees never come into contact with hot steel. Our coffees are gently roasted in a stream of very hot air to reduce chlorogenic acids, confirmed by independent lab testing. The results are a smooth, flavorful, easy-to-drink coffee that doesn't upset your stomach. Sip your coffee without worrying about heartburn!

Skeptical? Good. You should be. If you're one of the many who experience stomach problems with drinking coffee, you've probably already researched the topic online and found lots of information, much of it contradictory. Our claims are based on the work of Dr. Taka Shibamoto, a Distinguished Professor of Environmental Toxicology at the University of California, Davis, and the director of the UC Davis Coffee Center. Dr. Shibamoto has conducted studies on Chlorogenic Acid in coffees. These studies have determined that elevated levels of Chlorogenic Acid in coffee are major contributors to bitterness in coffee as well as upper GI distress.

Organically Certified by Organic Certifiers. Need more proof? Order a bag of Alex's Low-Acid Organic Coffee™. Try it for yourself. We've been contacted by hundreds of satisfied customers who report experiencing no stomach problems when drinking Alex's Low-Acid Organic Coffee.

We roasted these organic, fair trade beans to perfection using our hot air convection technique. Since these beans were never processed in hot steel drums, they have a lower acid content.

We recommend storing your coffee in an opaque glass, metal, or ceramic container and keeping it in a cool, dark place. Coffee beans can lose moisture in the freezer and pick up flavors from the fridge or freezer.