 You will notice that the title of this article includes the word, ‘Beans”. What this means is we will not be looking at coffee that has been pre-ground.
Experts, self-proclaimed and otherwise, indicate whole bean coffee always provides the richest and most satisfying taste. So, we’ll take their advice and talk about the ‘bean’.
We won’t be listing a top five brands to buy, but we will look at why certain beans work in one setting and may be wholly unsuited to another.
Dark Roasted
This coffee type does not rank well for those who like to drink their coffee black. It is often considered bitter and perhaps may even be thought of as ‘thick’. Those who like this type of coffee bean either have come to enjoy it as an acquired taste or they have found that this is the perfect coffee type for the blending of coffee with milk products. The combination of dark roasted bean with cream provides a rich and satisfying drink that many coffee drinkers prefer.
Whole Bean
A mild variety of coffee bean is the predominant coffee type for those who do not enjoy milk in their coffee. For those who take their coffee black the milder taste of a coffee that is not subjected to dark roasting is a favorite. While we might blame certain personal preferences on the multiple offerings at a gourmet coffee shop the truth is our taste buds know what they like and sometimes what they like can be found in less expensive coffee.
Buying Prepared Coffee
Many will visit a gourmet coffee shop and be incredibly satisfied with the result, but for others they may find a convenience store can provide a cup of coffee that satisfies their taste and often costs as much as 70% less. In more traditional cafés there has always been a tendency to relive the bitterness of the standard fare with milk or cream. Today many cafés have worked to provide a better class of coffee for their customers.
Buying the Bean
Many grocery stores provide an aisle dedicated to the purchase of whole coffee beans, these very in color, aroma and taste. You may find a coffee bean that is a perfect match for your taste preferences in this aisle.
Expensive Doesn’t Always Mean Better
A company called Eight O’clock Coffee stunned many in the coffee industry by being named the best tasting coffee recently. This coffee is sold in many grocery stores for around $5 for a 12-ounce bag of beans. This is significantly less than many commonly considered gourmet varieties. Green Mountain Coffee is another less expensive, but highly satisfying brew.
Buy a Grinder
You can experience a whole new taste in coffee by purchasing a bean grinder and brewing coffee at home. You can find a grinder for as little as $20. Many who have moved this direction refuse to go back to making coffee using regular grounds.
As Individual as DNA?
Many consumers have a coffee preference that may be based on the emotional attachment of the brew. If they have become accustomed to a gourmet coffee shop it may be hard to convince them that they can have multiple cups of better coffee for about the same price as a gourmet cup. Every consumer has to make a judgment call of their own. Perhaps this article can serve to help you understand why you like dark roast and milk or why certain coffee tastes better without milk. You might even choose your coffee based on aroma alone.
However, if you’re willing to experiment you may just find a cost effective coffee alternative you can share with family and friends at home.
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