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Grounds & Hounds Rescue Roast vs Grounds & Hounds Morning Walk Light Roast

Both are organic, 100% Arabica blends from Grounds & Hounds, so the choice comes down to roast and purpose. Rescue Roast is a medium roast with caramel and dark chocolate notes, and all of its profits go to a rotating rescue group each month. Morning Walk is the original light-to-medium roast, brighter and fruitier, with proceeds supporting rescue initiatives. Owners praise both for flavor and the cause; the most common complaint about Rescue Roast is fading freshness and aroma on opening, so buy it in the size you will finish.

  • Choose the Rescue Roast if you want a fuller, smoother medium roast with chocolate and caramel notes and you like that every profit dollar goes to a different rescue each month.
  • Choose the Morning Walk if you prefer a brighter light-to-medium cup with cherry and toffee notes and want the company's original, long-running blend.

Prices

  • Grounds & Hounds Rescue Roast: $19.99 at Grounds & Hounds Coffee Co. (last seen Nov 9)
  • Grounds & Hounds Morning Walk Light Roast: $16.00 at Bear Bailey's (last seen Nov 9)
  • Difference: the Grounds & Hounds Morning Walk Light Roast is $3.99 cheaper than the Grounds & Hounds Rescue Roast at the latest prices (Nov 9)
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Rescue Roast

Grounds & Hounds Rescue Roast

Rescue Roast

5(355 ratings)
$19.99at Grounds & Hounds Coffee Co.Checked Nov 9
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Pros
  • Medium roast with broad appeal and smooth chocolate-caramel flavor
  • All profits donated to a different rescue group each month
  • Organic certified and 100% Arabica
  • Comes whole bean or ground, in 12 oz. or 5 lb
Cons
  • Some buyers say it smells flat when the bag is opened
  • A few report freshness slipping versus earlier bags
  • Occasional short shipments, though they were corrected
Grounds & Hounds Coffee Co.
Grounds & Hounds Coffee Co. Morning Walk Organic Light Roast Whole Bean 12oz

Grounds & Hounds Morning Walk Light Roast

Grounds & Hounds Coffee Co. Morning Walk Organic Light Roast Whole Bean 12oz

5(3 ratings)
$16.00at Bear Bailey'sChecked Nov 9
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Pros
  • The company's original blend, roasted in small batches
  • Brighter cherry and toffee notes suit light-roast drinkers
  • Organic, Non-GMO and no artificial flavors
  • Proceeds support rescue initiatives
Cons
  • Only sold as 12 oz. whole bean
  • Lighter roast can taste thin to those who like dark coffee
  • Shipping can take 10 to 20 business days

What separates them

Grounds & Hounds Rescue RoastGrounds & Hounds Morning Walk Light Roast
Roast levelMedium roast, full-bodied and velvet-smoothLight to medium-light roast with more structure and acidity
Flavor profileCaramel and dark chocolate, with raisin and toasted pecan on the finishSweet cherry and caramel toffee, with cocoa and toasted nuts
Bean originsBlend of Latin and South American growing regionsGuatemala, Peru and Sumatra
Giving model100% of profits go to a new rescue organization every monthProceeds from purchases support animal rescue initiatives
Certifications100% Organic Certified, 100% ArabicaOrganic, Non-GMO, no artificial flavors, 100% Arabica
Size options12 oz. or 5 lb, whole bean or ground12 oz. whole bean
Freshness complaintsSome buyers report weak aroma on opening and less freshness than beforeFewer reported freshness complaints; small-batch roasting emphasized
Best brew methodDrip, pour-over and espresso, where chocolate notes hold up to milkPour-over and drip, where the lighter roast's fruit and acidity show

Price history

$20.00$12.99
Nov 9Nov 11
  • Grounds & Hounds Rescue Roast: lowest $15.99 on Nov 11 at NaturalPetWarehouse.com.
  • Grounds & Hounds Morning Walk Light Roast: lowest $12.99 on Nov 9 at Natures Food Markets.

Prices at every store

Grounds & Hounds Rescue Roast

  • Heartland NYNew

    In stock

    $19.99Checked 10 h ago
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  • Grounds & Hounds Coffee Co.New

    In stockReturn policy

    $19.99Checked Nov 9
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  • NaturalPetWarehouse.comNew

    In stock

    $15.99+ $7.99 shippingChecked 10 h ago
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  • Grounds & Hounds Coffee Co.New

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    $19.99+ $12.40 shippingChecked 10 h ago
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Grounds & Hounds Morning Walk Light Roast

  • Bear Bailey'sNew

    In stock

    $16.00Checked Nov 9
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  • Grounds & Hounds Coffee Co.New

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    $19.99+ $12.40 shippingChecked Nov 9
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  • Howden MarketNew

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    $18.99+ $43.60 shippingChecked Nov 9
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  • Natures Food MarketsNew

    In stock

    $12.99+ $50.00 shippingChecked Nov 9
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Specs compared

SpecGrounds & Hounds Rescue RoastGrounds & Hounds Morning Walk Light Roast
Roast levelMedium Roast—
Organic certification100% Organic Certified—
Bean type100% Arabica—
Whole bean size12 oz.—
Ground size12 oz.—
Flavor notescaramel and dark chocolate—
TypeWhole Bean—
RoastMedium Roast—

What reviewers say

Grounds & Hounds Rescue Roast

  • 5 / 5355 ratings

Buyers rate Rescue Roast very highly, praising its smooth, balanced flavor and the donation model.

What people mention
  • FlavorPraisedBuyers describe it as smooth and full-bodied with caramel and dark chocolate notes.
  • MissionPraisedBuyers like that all profits go to dog rescue organizations.
  • FreshnessCriticisedSome say recent bags are not as fresh as they used to be.
  • AromaCriticisedSeveral buyers report little smell when opening the package.

Grounds & Hounds Morning Walk Light Roast

Buyers describe Morning Walk as a smooth, easy-drinking light roast with noticeable cherry and caramel sweetness and low bitterness. Many mention the rescue mission as a reason they keep reordering. A few find it too mild and wish the roast were bolder.

What people mention
  • FlavorPraisedDrinkers pick up cherry, caramel and cocoa with a mild, clean finish.
  • Roast levelMixedMost find the light-to-medium roast balanced, but some want more depth and body.
  • MissionPraisedBuyers cite the animal-rescue donations as a reason to buy again.
  • GrindingCriticisedWhole bean only means buyers need their own grinder.

Questions and answers

Which is better for espresso?
Rescue Roast. Its medium roast and chocolate-caramel notes hold up better under pressure and in milk. Morning Walk's light roast can taste sharp and acidic as espresso.
Which has more caffeine?
Roughly the same. Both are 100% Arabica, and roast level changes caffeine only slightly. Morning Walk, being lighter, keeps a bit more of the bean's mass, but the difference is small.
Which lasts longer once opened?
Neither is sealed for long storage once opened. Buy the 12 oz. bag you will finish within a few weeks and keep it sealed and cool. Rescue Roast buyers more often mention fading aroma, so finish it promptly.
Is Rescue Roast worth stepping up to over Morning Walk?
If you want a fuller, less acidic cup and care about the rotating monthly rescue donation, yes. If you already like bright, fruity light roasts, Morning Walk is the closer match.
Are these the same brand?
Yes. Both are Grounds & Hounds Coffee Co. products. Rescue Roast is the medium-roast charity blend; Morning Walk is the original light-to-medium blend.
Which is better for a gift?
Rescue Roast, mainly for the story behind it and the choice of whole bean or ground. Morning Walk is the safer pick only if you know the recipient likes light roasts.

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