In this guide we investigate, score and rank the ethical and environmental record of 15 coffee shop chains.
We also look at tax dodging, Fairtrade, shine a spotlight on the ethics of Starbucks and give our recommended buys.
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We provide all the tools and resources you need to make choices at the checkout simple, informed and effective.
Latest magazine - who makes the best cuppa?
Includes guides to: Tea, Coffee, Coffee Shops
Tea & Coffee Special
Includes guides to:
- Ground coffee & beans
- Instant coffee
- Pods for coffee machines
- Coffee Shops
- Black & green tea
- Herbal, fruit & rooibos tea
Features on: Plastic in teabags, Disposable coffee cups
Issue 176 (Jan/Feb 2019) now in print and online.
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In this guide we investigate, score and rank the ethical and environmental record of 47 tea brands. We also look at certification schemes, workers' rights and shine a spotlight on the ethics of Unilever and give our recommended buys.Read more →
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