Packaging Tips

Whether you’re just starting out with a stock bag and label, utilizing custom belly bands, or ready to invest in a fully custom coffee bag, here are some of the key details most retail customers look for when deciding to purchase your coffee:

• Roast Date & Level

• Coffee Origin & Process

• Tasting Notes

Transparency has been a driving force behind Specialty Coffee in the United States, and by including these details, you not only build trust with your customers but also showcase the care and quality behind your product and creating loyal customers.

We often get asked, "*when is a good time to upgrade to custom packaging?*" The truth is...it looks different for every business. Since no two coffee companies are the same, the timing usually depends on your projected growth and business goals. Many of our partners make the switch when they’re ready to strengthen their brand presence and stand out in the market. Others decide the switch when they receive more wholesale accounts with local coffee shops and cafes. Since it may look different for everyone, a good rule of thumb is when you can reach the order minimums from your packaging supplier. At Savor Brands, we offer a minimum order quantity as low as 2,000pcs through our Digital print process. Learn more about our Digital print process here.

Everything you need to know to create a bag similar Maquina Coffee Roasters. Maquina Coffee Roasters utilized our fully custom tailored print process (ROTOGRAVURE - MOQ 10k) to update and customize their bag dimensions. Through this print process, they had the following features:

• Custom dimensions

• Matte Film coating

• Transparent Ink feature for their copper color

• Multi-color design

Learn more about ROTOGRAVURE printing here.

Looking for a new packaging supplier can be a daunting task. We’ve curated 5 must-ask questions you should ask your potential packaging suppliers to help you make the best choice. 🤙

1. What are your available packaging styles?

2. What is your lead time and minimum order quantity?

3. What is the level of customization offered?

4. Do you offer printing for other services (ex. custom boxes or custom mobile app)?

5. Do you offer any sustainable options?

When shopping around for custom coffee packaging, make sure to ask these 5 important questions in order to make the best informed decision possible for your business: What packaging materials do you offer, and how do they affect coffee freshness? Do you offer full coverage printing or does printing cost by color? What are your minimum order quantities (MOQs) per SKU? What is the lead time for production and delivery? Does your pricing include shipping or is it a separate cost?

Connect with a Savor Brands representative to explore our packaging options and get the details you need!

Ever wondered why there were slits and a little round plastic piece on your coffee bag? It's called a degassing valve and this little plastic piece plays a crucial role in your coffee packaging. Here's how it works: After roasting, coffee beans release carbon dioxide and this gas builds up inside a sealed bag. Without a degassing valve, the carbon dioxide build up can cause the bag to puff up or worse, burst in delivery transit. The degassing valve solves this problem by allowing the carbon dioxide to escape and preventing oxygen from entering. In short, the degassing plays a very crucial part to your coffee bags and will help with bursting that may occur during shipping.

Shipping your coffee bags and ensuring it arrives to your customer is just as important as roasting and packaging. Coffee bags bursting during transit can hurt your brand's reputation and also affect your revenue and overheard. Here's some quick tips to avoid your coffee bags from bursting in transit. Start by ensuring your coffee has rested an adequate period as bagging your coffee right away can cause more pressure to build. When fulfilling your customer's order, make sure the coffee bag(s) are packed snuggly to reduce unnecessary movement and that the degassing valves are not blocked as it will hinder the coffee's degassing and more likely to cause your coffee bags to burst.

As matcha's popularity continues to rise, preserving its quality is more important than ever. While tins and pouches both offer solid protection, the most effective solution is a combination of both. Storing pouches inside tins provides optimal protection against oxygen, light, and moisture, preventing degradation and ensuring your matcha stays fresh for longer.

Key signs of when you should upgrade to custom branded coffee bags is when there is an increase in sales volume and/or you are looking to expand into retail and wholesale markets. These two milestones are a great indicator of when you should start switching over to more custom packaging as it allows for stronger brand identity and increased product presentation. Savor Brands offers order quantities as low as 2,000pcs per SKU and use of unlimited colors. Custom packaging creates brand loyalty, attract new customers, and ultimately helps scale your business even more.

When looking for matcha packaging, it is important to keep in mind the level of protection matcha powder requires as it is prone to quality degradation when exposed to oxygen, moisture, and light (similar to coffee). If you are looking for a cost and space saving solution for your matcha, our aluminum barrier based packaging with resealable zipper closures are an excellent option. Not only does an aluminum based packaging protect your matcha powder from quality degradation but it opens up a whole new avenue for branding and creating attractive eye-catching packaging to potential buyers. Contact our team today to learn how you can upgrade your matcha powder packaging.

White labeling coffee services can be beneficial for your business as it allows you to offer to your customers high-quality roasted coffee under your own brand. By utilizing white labeling services, you can sell deliciously roasted coffee without having the need to roast and package the coffee yourself or purchase expensive roasting equipment. This saves you time and allows you to better utilize your resources to drive sales and build your brand. White labeling is a cost-effective way to scale your business until you're ready to take on the challenge of roasting your own coffee.