Grounds & Hounds Review

Monday, December 2nd

2024 Coffee Club Reviews

Grounds & Hounds

• Pricing: $15 to $18 per bag
• Supports animal rescue organizations
• 100% Arabica beans, roasted in-house
• Whole bean, ground, or single-serve pods available
• 1-4 bags every 1-8 weeks
• Free shipping in continental US
• 100% customer satisfaction guarantee
• Additional products: mugs, dog toys, apparel, and accessories
• Gift options available with customizable notes and gift wrapping
• "A+" rating from BBB

You might have heard of Grounds & Hounds Coffee before. They've been featured in big-name publications like Oprah Magazine and Buzzfeed. But Grounds & Hounds isn't just another coffee club. Their mission is to help create a "no-kill society" for animals. Every time you buy their coffee, you're supporting animal rescue organizations.

Roasted in-house

Grounds & Hounds takes pride in their coffee quality. They use 100% Arabica beans from top growing regions around the world. The company carefully roasts these beans in small batches to create a range of flavors, from light and bright to smoky and sweet. Whether you prefer blends or single-origin coffee, Grounds & Hounds aims to give you a great cup while supporting a good cause.

You choose your adventure

If you decide to go with Grounds & Hounds, you'll start by choosing your preferred coffee style: whole bean, ground, or single-serve pods. Next, you'll select your favorite blend from their lineup, which includes cute names like "The Dog Sleeps in My Bed Extra Caf,” "Sunny Spot Cold Brew Blend,” and "Morning Walk Breakfast Blend." If you're unsure, you can take a quick coffee quiz on their website for personalized recommendations. Depending on the coffee you choose, you'll pay around $15 to $18 per bag, which is on par with competitors. There don't seem to be any automatic savings that come with being a subscriber.

1-4 bags every 1-8 weeks

After picking your coffee, you'll decide on the quantity and frequency of your deliveries. You can choose between 1 to 4 bags (each 12 oz) per shipment (because sometimes just one bag isn't enough to keep the wolves at bay). As for how often you want your coffee, you have options ranging from weekly to every eight weeks.

Gift wrapping for $4.99

Grounds & Hounds offers gift subscriptions - the process is more or less the same as for setting up personal subscriptions; however, you have to choose between prepaid or pay-as-you-go payment plans. For variety and a new surprise each delivery, try the Roaster's Select for seasonal best picks, the Bold Lover's Club, or the Flavor of the Month. If you know your giftee's preference, you can pick a specific roast or flavor profile. To add a personal touch, you can include a customized note, and even opt for gift wrapping for an additional $4.99.

Cute stickers, mugs, and more

Grounds & Hounds sells way more than just coffee. Their product line includes a variety of cute accessories such as mugs, dog toys, shirts, water bottles, stickers, and even pajamas that you can add to your order. Our favorite find was the "Biiiiiiiig Stretch” design - because if you don't say that when your pet strikes that downward dog pose, are you even a pet owner? Make sure to check the Grounds & Hounds site in the fall for their Pumpkin Spice collection, too - you might find you need a spooky mug to drink your PSL out of, and a snuggly patterned blanket to cozy up in while you watch Hocus Pocus with Fido on your lap. (To summarize, Grounds & Hounds has mastered the art of millennial bait.)

Free shipping in the US

When you order from Grounds & Hounds, you can expect a quick turnaround from roasting to shipping. They say their goal is to have your coffee delivered within two weeks of roasting, although they don't make any promises. Once you've made your payment, they aim to process and ship your order within 24-36 business hours. As for payment, it's processed immediately upon placing your order, and shipping commences once the payment is received. If you're in the continental US, you'll enjoy free shipping on your order.

Satisfaction guarantee

If you're not satisfied with the coffee you receive from Grounds & Hounds, you don't need to worry. The company has a 100% customer satisfaction guarantee. This means that if you don't like the coffee for any reason, you have options. You can reach out to their customer service team via email, and they'll work with you to find a solution. They might suggest alternative coffee options that better suit your taste preferences.

No complaints found

Grounds & Hounds has lots of good reviews on their own website, but you can't filter or sort them. Remember to take company-hosted reviews with a grain of salt, especially when you can't find any negative ones. We didn't find much else around the internet except their "A+" rating from the BBB, so it all looks good to us. We wish we had more details for you, but sometimes, no news is good news.

A gift that pulls double duty

In a crowded market, Grounds & Hounds Coffee Co. catches the eye with its charming coffee names and appealing designs. Our research covered lots of excellent coffee clubs with similar pricing, but Grounds & Hounds might be the one if you or your giftee are dog lovers. When you give Grounds & Hounds coffee as a gift, you're not just handing over some beans - you're also chipping in for a good cause on your giftee's behalf. That's the kind of thoughtful combo that'll make plenty of people smile.