One Spoon Is Enough: Why Coffee Grounds Are Ending Up in Toilets and What It Says About How We Value Coffee
If you’re a coffee lover, chances are you’ve looked down at your used coffee grounds and thought, There has to be something better to do with these.
Compost? Garden fertilizer? Deodorizer for the fridge?
Lately, though, a surprising trend has been popping up online: people putting coffee grounds in their toilets, sometimes just one spoon at a time.
It sounds odd at first. But as more people look for eco-friendly habits and creative ways to reduce waste, coffee grounds have found their way into unexpected places.
An article titled “One spoon is enough: Why more and more people are putting coffee grounds in the toilet” explores this growing practice and why it’s gaining attention. And while the idea may raise eyebrows, it opens the door to a much bigger and more important, conversation about sustainability, responsibility, and how we treat coffee after the cup is empty.
(Source: Avian Pest Solutions)
Why Are People Putting Coffee Grounds in the Toilet?
According to the article, some people believe that adding a small amount of coffee grounds to the toilet can help with:
Neutralizing odors
Cleaning stains naturally
Repelling certain pests
Reducing the use of harsh chemical cleaners
The logic is simple: coffee grounds are abrasive, absorbent, and naturally aromatic. In theory, one spoonful is enough to help freshen and clean without causing buildup.
But the article also makes something very clear, this should be done sparingly and carefully. Coffee grounds don’t dissolve in water, and too much can contribute to plumbing issues over time.
So while the trend may be rooted in good intentions, it’s not a one-size-fits-all solution.
And that’s where the deeper lesson begins.
What This Trend Really Reveals About Coffee Culture
This isn’t actually a story about toilets.
It’s a story about how people are rethinking waste.
More consumers especially in the U.S. are asking:
Can I reuse this instead of throwing it away?
Is there a more responsible option?
How do my everyday habits affect the bigger picture?
Coffee just happens to be at the center of that reflection.
At Win Win Coffee, we see this curiosity as a good thing. It shows people care, not just about what they consume, but about what happens afterward.
Sustainability Starts Before the Coffee Is Brewed
While creative reuse of coffee grounds can be helpful, the most meaningful sustainability decisions happen long before coffee reaches your mug.
They happen at:
The farm
The sourcing process
The roasting stage
The packaging choice
When coffee is grown responsibly and roasted with intention, it creates value at every step, so less feels wasted at the end.
That’s why we believe sustainability isn’t about trends or hacks. It’s about building systems that respect the entire lifecycle of coffee.
Responsible Habits Over Viral Trends
The Avian Pest Solutions article makes an important point: using coffee grounds improperly, especially in plumbing can cause more harm than good.
That reminder matters.
In a world full of viral tips and shortcuts, it’s easy to forget that good intentions still require good information. Being eco-conscious isn’t about doing more things, it’s about doing the right things consistently.
At Win Win Coffee, we support:
Thoughtful reuse (like composting coffee grounds properly)
Responsible consumption
Education over gimmicks
Because sustainability should be practical, not risky.
Why This Matters to Us and to You
As a coffee company, we take our role seriously. Coffee is one of the most consumed beverages in the United States, and that means even small choices made daily add up.
When people ask, “What else can I do with coffee grounds?” they’re really asking:
How can I be more mindful?
How can I waste less?
How can my routine reflect my values?
Those questions align deeply with who we are.
Coffee Is a Relationship, Not a Disposable Product
The fact that people want to reuse coffee grounds, even in unusual ways, shows that coffee isn’t viewed as disposable anymore.
It’s personal.
It’s habitual.
It’s respected.
At Win Win Coffee, we believe coffee should create wins at every stage:
For farmers
For customers
For communities
For the environment
That mindset encourages people to treat coffee with care, before and after it’s brewed.
Smarter Ways to Reuse Coffee Grounds
If you’re looking for responsible ways to give your coffee grounds a second life, here are a few safer, widely recommended options:
Composting (coffee grounds are rich in nitrogen)
Natural deodorizer for trash bins or refrigerators
Gentle scrub for pots or gardening tools
Soil amendment for acid-loving plants
These methods reduce waste without risking plumbing or infrastructure and they align better with long-term sustainability.
What This Trend Teaches Us as a Coffee Community
The rise of this trend tells us something important: people want to do better.
They want brands that:
Share reliable information
Respect science and practicality
Encourage thoughtful habits, not shortcuts
At Win Win Coffee, we see ourselves as part of that education process. Referencing articles like this one isn’t about endorsing every idea it’s about engaging in honest conversations around responsibility and awareness.
The Win Win Coffee Perspective
We believe strong, reliable companies don’t just sell products, they help customers make informed choices.
Whether it’s how you brew your coffee, when you drink it, or what you do with the grounds afterward, we’re here to support smarter routines built on care, balance, and trust.
Coffee doesn’t need to be complicated. But it does deserve respect.
Because when coffee is valued from start to finish, everybody wins.
Source Credited
“One spoon is enough: Why more and more people are putting coffee grounds in the toilet”
Avian Pest Solutions
https://www.avianpestsolutions.co.uk/07-165426-one-spoon-is-enough-why-more-and-more-people-are-putting-coffee-grounds-in-the-toilet/
