You may have heard the rumors floating around: “Coffee’s full of mold!” or “You need to spend $$$ on ‘mycotoxin-free’ beans!” These claims might sound alarming, especially if you’re trying to prioritize your health and wellness (which we love, by the way). But before you toss your brew and panic-Google “clean coffee,” let’s break this down.
What Are Mycotoxins, Anyway?
Mycotoxins are naturally occurring compounds produced by certain types of mold. They’re found in a variety of foods—grains, nuts, dried fruit, and yes, even coffee beans. But here’s the kicker: the levels found in coffee are extremely low and regulated by international safety standards.
So unless you’re planning on downing a gallon of raw, moldy beans for breakfast (please don’t), your daily cup is totally safe.
Roasting to the Rescue
At Recovery Beans, we roast our beans right here in sunny Tampa—and roasting is a powerful mycotoxin destroyer. The high temperatures used in coffee roasting significantly reduce any trace amounts of mold or mycotoxins that may be present. In fact, studies have shown that up to 90% of mycotoxins are destroyed during the roasting process.
That’s science doing its thing, so you can keep sipping without fear.
“Mycotoxin-Free” Coffee? A Clever Marketing Gimmick.
Some brands tout their beans as “mycotoxin-free” like it’s a badge of honor—but here’s the secret: all commercially available coffee must meet strict safety standards for mycotoxins, especially in the U.S. and Europe. So those extra-expensive bags might just be selling peace of mind, not a superior product.
We’re not about scare tactics or overpriced hype. We’re about honesty, community, and damn good coffee.
So, Should You Worry?
In a word: nope.
You’re more likely to get hit by a rogue espresso bean than suffer from mycotoxins in your morning cup. If you’re buying from a reputable source (hi, that’s us), drinking coffee is not only safe—it’s also comforting, energizing, and in our case, purpose-driven.
At Recovery Beans, We Sip With Science AND Soul.
Our beans are ethically sourced from top-quality farms around the globe, roasted in small batches, and tested for quality. We care about your health, your recovery, and your coffee experience—without the fear-mongering.
So go ahead, brew that cup of “Coping Skills” or “White Chip,” and savor the flavor (not the fear).
💚 Brew hope. Drink recovery.
Every sip supports addiction recovery and mental health resources.