PrintTips on where to find good, affordable coffee?
Anyone have any tips on where to find good-tasting, affordable coffee out there? (Hopefully those two qualities aren't opposed to each other...) I'd liie to have some really good coffee on hand for guests over the next few weeks but am really dissatisfied with the store brands, as well as Starbucks and Dunkin Donuts. I'm just looking for a good, full-bodied cup of coffee, not burned-tasting, stale, or candy-flavored novelties, thank you!
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14 Comments:
Where do you live?
NSW at 12:08PM on 11/19/07
I live in upstate NY, Hudson River Valley.
moibec at 12:13PM on 11/19/07
Oh, well, I have some Brooklyn recommendations if you want to make the drive!
NSW at 12:18PM on 11/19/07
If you have a Trader Joes nearby, head there. They have a large assortment, and though some is better than others, they are all very good and affordable. Most are also organically grown and adhere to fair trade standards. I love their Ethiopian, and their dark-dark Volcano. The New Mexico Pinon is also excellent, especially if you like lighter bodied coffee.
I've heard the best way to purchase coffee is via mail order, as the beans you get are exceptionally fresh. I do not know of a mail order company to recommend to you, however. Perhaps someone else will...
Kelly
Kelly Spitzer at 12:23PM on 11/19/07
Trader Joe's. We buy the many kinds they carry often. The Hubby feels the same way you do about his java and once we had the Trader Joe's we never looked back. Favs here are the French Roast and Italian Roast.
Before that we used to get Melitta. We used to go to NJ and buy it in huge cans at the plant.
For what it is worth here is a revew website http://www.coffeereview.com/index.cfm
JerzeeTomato at 12:24PM on 11/19/07
I love Bear Claw Coffee. I discovered it on a trip to South Haven, Michigan this summer and had to have it again so I ordered it through the mail. I must admit I tried the French Roast which is strong (and can be perceived as "burned" tasting). A medium roast might work for you. I have never tried their flavored coffee and am not really a big fan of flavored coffees.
Re: Starbucks, have you ever tried a medium or light roast brew like House Blend or Light Note?
chiff0nade at 12:24PM on 11/19/07
Trader Joe's: the price is right, we like the espresso roast, french roast, and bay blend. All better than Starbucks and so much cheaper! We buy whole bean, I haven't tried the ground.
Cary at 12:55PM on 11/19/07
While I've never had their coffee, Hudson Valley Roasters http://www.hudsonvalleyroasters.com/ has received good reviews online - and it should be close to home for you (I am guessing...).
jasonbrink at 1:05PM on 11/19/07
I live in Kansas City and get KC Roasterie.... I especially love their new Dark line. http://www.theroasterie.com/shopping/products.asp
Alm25 at 1:14PM on 11/19/07
Starbucks makes a special blend for Costco that is actually quite good for the price ($9.99 for 2 lbs.). It's technically Kirkland brand (House Blend), roasted by Starbucks--comes in a green bag.
jenberger at 2:05PM on 11/19/07
Believe it or not, fantastic decaf (DECAF!) can be found in the supermarket--get yourself a can of Melitta. Trust me; dark, flavorful, and delicious. Never fails to get "What kind of coffee is this?" and "Are you sure this is decaf?!?" comments!
As for regular, I'm a fan of Intelligentsia (www.intelligentsiacoffee.com) and Peet's (www.peets.com) but if you're not where they are, you'll have to order 'em on line.
Curlz at 4:09PM on 11/19/07
Thundermuck! http://thundermuck.com
They're a small roaster in Astoria, Ore. I mail order it to get their coffees in Arkansas.
I'm hooked on the Clatsop Spit, but it may be too dark for you. Every coffee I've had of theirs--whether brewed myself or in a retail setting--has been delicious.
nita at 9:00PM on 11/19/07
Whole Foods French Roast is outstanding. Grind it fine.
reaben at 4:10PM on 11/21/07
I have to concur with everyone who says Trader Joe's. I get their shade grown organic French roast (yeah, that's a lot of adjectives, but I like the flavor better than the regular French roast, so I wanted to specify) - it's great, and priced well. Their nitrogen-flushed cans really do keep unopened containers of beans fresh longer than the bags.
producestories at 12:45AM on 11/22/07