Coffee is an energy drink that allows you to be alert, especially in the morning. With the busy pace of life, there is not always enough time to prepare it. Instant coffee, which requires minimal money and preparation time, helps solve the problem. On store shelves there are various types of coffee drinks of domestic and foreign production. The TOP includes the most common brands of instant coffee for 2021, which, according to buyers and other quality control services, are considered high quality.
Instant coffee - classification and selection criteria
The list of products is so huge that it is not easy to make a choice. All your favorite recipes for making coffee drinks can now be purchased ready-made. Each type of coffee has its own characteristics and composition. It can be produced in cans or special packaging. The dosage can be any, especially in the second case.
On a note! Instant (freeze-dried) coffee is crystal-like particles that are formed during the drying of frozen coffee beans.
A single drink is usually designed for one cup. It is good for those who spend a lot of time on the road or do not have any time at work. The form of release of both canned and packaging versions can be anything, especially in the first case. For the second option, choose a rectangular or square concept.
Note! Before purchasing a large volume of coffee, it would be advisable to use the piece option to determine the quality of the product.
When buying coffee, any person asks the question: what to look for when choosing a product? The main criteria include: the type of drink, its composition, brand, dosage and cost. To choose the right product you need to know what types of drinks there are. Based on the dosage, there are several categories: single-use or large volume.
Piece option. It can be with or without sugar, with or without milk, as well as a combined version, the prominent representatives of which are drinks: mocha, latte, Arabica, cappuccino, ristretto, espresso and Americano.
Large volume packaging. They can vary from 35 to 500 grams. The mixture is produced without sugar. Classified into groups: instant coffee, natural or instant coffee grounds.
Description of the finished drink according to composition:
- "Mocha" is a milk chocolate product. After the contents of the bag are poured with boiling water, foam forms on top. Chocolate crumbs are poured onto it, which are attached to a bag of coffee in a small package;
- “Latte” is natural black coffee with milk (the milk content is several times higher than coffee, approximately 4 times). To prepare this drink you need a tall cup;
- Arabica is the natural and most common type of coffee. When brewed it has a black color. Requires added sugar (optional), designed for a small cup;
- “Espresso” is a drink with ground coffee, passed through a coffee machine filter under a pressure of 90 bar and water at a temperature of 90 degrees (small cup);
- “Cappuccino” – espresso with foam for a small cup;
- Ristretto is ground coffee, the preparation of which resembles espresso. There is only one dosage – 7-11 grams, but the extraction time is a maximum of 15 seconds. The taste depends on the degree of grinding. If it is coarse, the drink will seem watery, without aroma, and if the grind is too fine, it will give a bitter taste;
- Americano is espresso diluted with water. How to make: in a 1:3 ratio, approximately 7 grams of coffee powder per 150 gram cup.
Instant coffee contains less caffeine, which is why its price segment is much lower than that of its ground or grain “counterpart”. How to choose a sublimated product? If you take them individually, for testing, then you won’t see much of a change in the budget. Another thing is the large volume. Here you should look at the cost and net weight, as well as the number of calories.
Various coffee drinks
Selection tips:
- 1-2 brands are taken for consideration.
- A calculation is made for each package by dividing the weight by the cost. Thus, the price is per 1 gram.
- After comparing the composition of product units and prices, it is easier to decide which company has the best instant coffee.
Note! Sometimes the cost of products is inflated due to the popularity of the brand, although the composition and taste may seem identical. Which coffee is best to buy in this case is up to everyone to decide for themselves, however, according to the test purchase, Russian-made products are no worse than foreign representatives and, at the same time, much cheaper.
Questions and answers – coffee and its features
A common question among the population is: what are the benefits and harms of drinking coffee? In fact, this is a “double-edged sword”. Coffee in its original form is a bean that contains up to 10 different groups. These include:
- Alkaloids;
- Vitamins;
- Mineral salts;
- Microelements;
- Essential oils;
- Acids;
- Tannins;
- Proteins, fats and carbohydrates, as well as water.
As a result of roasting, the proportions of substances change and new compounds are formed. In this regard, the taste and composition of the coffee drink depends on this process, but most importantly, what type of coffee is used.
Table – “Beneficial properties of coffee components for the human body”
| Name: | Explanation: |
| Caffeine: | stimulation of the nervous system; |
| high performance; | |
| energy; | |
| smoothing out physical fatigue; | |
| elimination of drowsiness. | |
| Trigonelline: | improvement of microcirculation; |
| lowering cholesterol; | |
| transfer of taste and aroma of coffee. | |
| Chlorogenic acid: | improves nitrogen metabolism; |
| normalizes the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract; | |
| astringent taste. | |
| Vitamin "P": | strengthening the walls of capillary vessels |
| Essential oils: | create an antiseptic effect; |
| contribute to the formation of coffee aroma. | |
| Tanitas: | have a beneficial effect on digestion; |
| Gives a bitter aftertaste. |
Is it possible to drink coffee regularly? Answer: observing the daily intake of coffee has a positive effect on a person’s condition. Thanks to the drink, mental activity and heart function are enhanced, joy and fun appear, and the stomach works better.
What is the daily intake of coffee? Answer: An adult can drink up to 4 cups of coffee in 24 hours - this is approximately 300-500 mg of caffeine.
Instant coffee
What effect does coffee have on the heart? Answer: healthy people who drink coffee regularly have not developed heart disease. As for the population with heart problems, it is advisable for them not to drink coffee drinks, as well as products containing caffeine.
Does drinking coffee increase blood pressure? Answer: yes, it is capable, but the effect is short-lived. Numerous studies have found that blood pressure increases in people who are not accustomed to such a drink. Among those who drink the drink regularly, minor changes or no jumps were observed at all.
Can pregnant women drink coffee? Answer: Drinking coffee is not advisable for pregnant girls/women. This is due to the fact that the drink prevents the full absorption of calcium; even consuming foods containing calcium is pointless if coffee is still included in the diet.
On a note! After drinking 15 cups of coffee a day, a person may experience hallucinations and other disorders associated with the nervous system.
Purchasing instant coffee – sales points
You can buy instant coffee in almost any store, stall, market or kiosk. Inexpensive options (by the piece, for one cup) are sold everywhere. Large packs can be found in stores, kiosks or markets, but where to buy a high-quality, elite coffee drink is not an easy question. The easiest way is to order online, but you will additionally need to pay for delivery or postage. It’s easier to look for the product in supermarkets or specialty tea stores. An online search will help simplify the task, where you will immediately see a list of places with the required brand.
Are there pesticides in coffee?
And, of course, we cannot ignore the issue of security.
The coffee was tested for pesticide content:
- piperonyl butoxide was found in the Paulig sample.
- flutriafol was found in Paulig, Carte Noire and Tchibo Exclusive.
But in all cases, the content of pesticides is less than the permissible amount, therefore all standards were recognized as non-hazardous.
The content of toxic parts (lead, cadmium, mercury and arsenic) also does not exceed the permissible values. The dreaded aflatoxin B1 was not found in any of the samples.
Foreign impurities (including iron) and pests are also absent in all tested brands. A high-quality gluten test (carried out in order to exclude falsification) was negative.
Let's sum up the result!
According to the results of the examination, Davidoff became the favorite in the rating. The Bushido reference has been added to the Product List with comments. All other tested standards can be recommended for purchase.
Roskontrol found out which coffee is the tastiest.
Best Quality Ground Coffee Substrates for 2021
According to numerous studies, the most delicious drinks are obtained when purchasing coffee of this category. Popular models of mixtures among the population are of foreign and domestic origin. Well-known brands include:
- Bushido;
- Lavazza;
- Jacobs.
produces 5 varieties of goods. The main containers for mixtures are glass jars. The cost, depending on the composition of the product, varies from 250 to 1,600 rubles. The TOP includes one product item that has earned the trust of thousands of customers.
The Lavazza company has been on the market for more than a century, producing a huge number of elite coffee varieties, but only a few are represented in Russia. In most cases, tin cans are used as containers. The price segment for this category of coffee starts from 390 rubles.
The Jacobs company is one of the largest in the Russian sales market. Its only competitor is Carte. The company itself comes from Finland, but there are 3 factories producing the drink in Russia. The manufacturer’s assortment is huge, as is its experience (about 100 years on the market). Delivery is carried out both in glass and tin, and in packaged containers. The price segment is varied, but accessible to everyone.
Kodo from the manufacturer Bushido
The Swiss brand has gained popularity among gourmets and novice coffee lovers due to its unusual taste (shades of nutmeg and dark chocolate). The mixture combines instant and ground coffee, the raw materials for which are sourced from Ethiopia and South America. Natural Arabica beans are processed using modern In-Fi technology.
Packaging and appearance of Kodo coffee granules from the manufacturer Bushido
Main characteristics:
| Net weight: | 95 grams |
| Packing material: | glass |
| How many spoons per cup: | 2 pcs. |
| Manufacturer country: | Switzerland |
| Shelf life: | 1.5 years |
| Implementation: | Japan, Russia |
| Price: | 500 rubles |
Coffee Bushido Kodo
Advantages:
- Ergonomic packaging;
- Invigorates;
- Lots of positive reviews;
- The smell and taste are like freshly brewed natural coffee.
Flaws:
- Expensive;
- Presence of sediment.
Prontissimo Intenso from the manufacturer Lavazza
To prepare the coffee mixture, natural Arabica beans are used, which are well roasted (a dark color is formed). The product contains 90% instant and 10% ground coffee. How to prepare the drink correctly is indicated in the instructions.
Tin can of Prontissimo Intens coffee from the manufacturer Lavazza, appearance
Main characteristics:
| Net weight: | 95 grams |
| On the market: | since 1895 |
| Roasting: | dark |
| Packing material: | in a tin can |
| Number of cups per jar: | 52 pcs. |
| Production: | Italy |
| Country of origin: | Colombia |
| Average price: | 390 rubles |
Coffee Lavazza Prontissimo Intenso
Advantages:
- Dissolves well, leaves no sediment;
- Tart aftertaste;
- Soft smell.
Flaws:
- Price.
Monarch Millicano from Jacobs
Coffee is made from two types of beans - Arabica and Robusta, using the method of sublimation. For cooking, use coarse grinding with a medium degree of roasting. By introducing advanced technologies, the company has ensured that each granule contains particles of whole grains (ultrafine grinding).
Monarch Millicano coffee from Jacobs, packaging + brewed drink
Main characteristics:
| Net weight: | 95 grams |
| Package: | glass jar |
| Origin: | Finland |
| Production: | Russia |
| Average cost: | 280 rubles |
Jacobs Monarch Millicano Coffee
Advantages:
- Quick cooking;
- Delicious;
- Value for money;
- No sediment;
- Unique aroma.
Flaws:
- Not identified.
Jacobs
The results of the study showed a high content of the sweetener - acesulfame potassium, which is unacceptable in the manufacture of products of this group. The GOST abbreviation is not included in the markings.
The product does not meet GOST requirements for organoleptic indicators: Jacobs coffee has a weak aroma and unsaturated taste. Weak organoleptic properties are explained by the use of low-quality grain.
Another drawback is the lack of data on the botanical variety of coffee - a mixture of Robusta and Arabica or Arabica. The caffeine content corresponds to the norm.
For reference!
The aftertaste shows hints of rubber, and the taste gives off wood.
The best instant coffee, collected from several varieties of beans for 2021
The list was compiled by the best manufacturers from foreign countries, as well as the domestic contingent:
- Tchibo;
- Nescafe;
- Maestro.
The popularity of products in this category depends on two parameters - inexpensive prices and various taste solutions. One pack contains several varieties of freeze-dried coffee, most often Arabica and Robusta.
Gold Selection from the manufacturer Tchibo
The roasting of the beans is medium, done in small batches until golden brown with a brown tint. If storage standards are observed, you can drink the instant mixture for several years (temperature - no more than 20 degrees, humidity - up to 75%). The main composition is Arabica + Robusta.
Gold Selection coffee from the manufacturer Tchibo, packaging and appearance of granules
Main characteristics:
| Net weight: | 40 grams |
| Spoons per cup: | 1-2, about 2 g |
| Package: | Vacuum package |
| Number of cups: | 20 pcs. |
| Shelf life: | 2 years |
| Country of origin: | Ethiopia |
| Manufacturer country: | Russia |
| Average cost: | 200 rubles |
Coffee Tchibo Gold Selection
Advantages:
- Convenient ergonomic packaging;
- Pleasant aroma;
- Affordable price.
Flaws:
- Peculiar taste.
Gold Origins from the manufacturer Nescafe
Nice packaging and logo. The beans are medium roasted and ground. The taste is not for everyone, although according to many reviews, the coffee is not bad. There are much more calories in this mixture than other representatives - more than 100.
Appearance of Gold Origins coffee packaging from the manufacturer Nescafe
Main characteristics:
| Net weight: | 85 grams |
| Energy value: | 118 kcal |
| Substance content (in grams): | 7.8 – proteins, 0.2 – fats, 3.1 – carbohydrates |
| Packing material: | glass |
| Country of origin: | Kenya, Uganda |
| Average price: | 210 rubles |
Nescafe Gold Origins coffee
Advantages:
- Fragrant;
- Delicious;
- Saturated;
- Affordable price.
Flaws:
- For gourmets: not everyone likes the aroma and aftertaste.
Di Caffe Original from the manufacturer Maestro
Coffee is available in any container, but it is cheaper to purchase it in a bag. The company itself produces a wide range of products, but among this category this option is the leader in sales. Light colored granules. The packaging is waterproof, can be stored for a long time, preserving the aroma and taste of a fresh natural grain drink.
Name of coffee Di Caffe Original from the manufacturer Maestro, view of the packaging
Main characteristics:
| Net weight: | 90 grams |
| Energy value: | 400 kcal |
| Package: | plastic bag |
| Country of origin: | Brazil, Guatemala |
| Roasting: | average |
| Manufacturer: | Russia |
| Best before date: | 24 months |
| Average price: | 160 rubles |
Coffee Maestro Di Caffe Original
Advantages:
- Delicious;
- Large packaging;
- Inexpensive;
- Fragrant.
Flaws:
- High in calories for those who keep their figure.
The most invigorating
Caffeine, a substance found in natural coffee, allows you to get a boost of energy. And the more of it there is in the granules, the stronger the effect will be. So, the most caffeine is contained in Auchan brand coffee (4.48%). In second place in terms of caffeine content was Bonvida coffee (4.37%). In third place is Nescafe (4.25%). In all other samples, the invigorating substance is much less - just over 4%. Well, the drink from Italica has very little caffeine - only 1.54%.
The Best Natural Instant Coffee Blends for 2021
According to Roskontrol, the following companies have high-quality product units:
- Jardin;
- Davidoff;
- "Moscow coffee shop on shares."
Guatemala Atitlan from the manufacturer Jardin
Natural coffee made from medium-ground Arabica beans. It will delight lovers and novice coffee gourmets with its taste. Available in a cylindrical glass jar. The grooved lid makes it easy to unscrew the container and remove the mixture.
Can of Guatemala Atitlan coffee from the manufacturer Jardin, appearance.
Main characteristics:
| Net weight: | 95 grams |
| Origin: | Guatemala |
| Flavor intensity: | 4th number |
| Calculation per cup: | 1-2 spoons |
| Best before date: | 2 years |
| Roasting: | average |
| Price: | 160 rubles |
Coffee Jardin Guatemala Atitlan
Advantages:
- Simple;
- From the “budget” drinks series;
- Delicious;
- Ergonomic packaging.
Flaws:
- Weak aroma.
Fine Aroma from the manufacturer Davidoff
Freeze-dried natural coffee from medium-roast Arabica beans. Supplied in an ergonomically shaped glass barque. At a storage temperature of 20 degrees and air humidity of 75%, coffee can be stored for up to 24 months.
Recommendations: take 1-2 spoons of coffee mixture per cup, the water should be hot, but not 100 degrees. If desired, you can add cream or milk.
Cochet Fine Aroma from the manufacturer Davidoff, packaging
Main characteristics:
| Net weight: | 100g |
| Calories: | 76 kcal |
| Components per 100 grams (g): | 15.9 – proteins, 0.2 – fats, 2.6 – carbohydrates |
| Roasting: | medium degree |
| Best before date: | 2 years |
| Country of origin: | Brazil |
| Manufacturer: | Poland |
| Container material: | glass |
| Cost in the middle price segment: | 240 rubles |
Davidoff Fine Aroma Coffee
Advantages:
- Value for money;
- Long service life;
- Leaves no residue.
Flaws:
- Not identified.
"Arabica" from
This brand of coffee is produced in various volumes, but the cost depends on the container in which the mixture is sold. The best option is soft packaging up to 200 grams. The color of the granules is light brown, just like the packaging itself.
"Arabica" from , packaging and granules, appearance
Main characteristics:
| Net weight: | 190 grams |
| Calories: | 4.5 kcal |
| Production standard: | GOST 32776-2014 |
| Roasting beans: | average |
| Compound: | Arabica |
| Country of origin: | Colombia |
| Package: | waterproof package |
| Average price: | 180 rubles |
Coffee Moscow coffee shop on shares Arabica
Advantages:
- Delicious;
- Nice smell;
- Cheap;
- Convenient pack;
- Large volume.
Flaws:
- Not identified.
Jockey
The product does not correspond to the name “coffee” due to the lack of original raw materials. The sample presented as “Jockey Favorite” soluble granulated contains a high content of chicory. In addition, the coffee-like powder contains a huge amount of stabilizers, and the caffeine level is much lower than stated by the manufacturer.
The best instant coffee with foam for 2021
This category of blends is intended for those who like to experiment (for example, making lattes). Due to the fact that a fluffy mass appears on top, a person only needs to add the main ingredients to prepare the desired drink in compliance with the dosage. Having studied customer reviews and demand for the product, the following manufacturers were among the leaders:
- Jacobs;
- Nescafe.
Crema from the manufacturer Jacobs
This year's new product allows you to make coffee with thick foam. Suitable for preparing drinks that require such parameters. Medium-ground and roasted granules give the mixture a light brown, and sometimes even golden, hue.
Crema from the manufacturer Jacobs, appearance of a coffee can
Main characteristics:
| Net weight: | 95 grams |
| Compound: | Arabica |
| Package: | glass jar |
| Recommended spoons of coffee per cup: | 1-2 pcs. |
| Average cost: | 290 rubles |
Coffee Jacobs Crema
Advantages:
- Allows you to prepare various types of coffee drinks;
- Velvety foam;
- Fragrant;
- Novelty;
- Delicious.
Flaws:
- Not identified.
Millicano Crema Espresso from Jacobs
Purpose: for making espresso.
Ground coffee in instant. It gives you energy in the morning. The taste is comparable to a freshly prepared drink in a coffee machine or Turk. A small foam on top immerses you in the atmosphere of a coffee shop, where a professional has prepared coffee for you.
Millicano Crema Espresso coffee from the manufacturer Jacobs, packaging and ready-made drink
Main characteristics:
| Net weight: | 75 grams |
| Compound: | Arabica |
| Roasting: | strong |
| Grind: | medium, ultra-thin |
| Drink color: | black |
| Cup spoon: | 1-2 pcs. |
| By price: | 240 rubles |
Jacobs Millicano Crema Espresso Coffee
Advantages:
- Value for money;
- Invigorating;
- Delicious;
- Presence of foam.
Flaws:
- Narrow purpose.
GOLD Espresso from the manufacturer Nescafe
Purpose: for espresso.
Black coffee with golden foam, very strong. For drink lovers, this is a good option at a reasonable price.
GOLD Espresso from the manufacturer Nescafe, packaging appearance
Main characteristics:
| Net weight: | 70 grams |
| Compound: | 100% Arabica |
| Package: | soft |
| Cooking methods: | 2 |
| Grind: | small |
| Saturation level: | 5th |
| Price: | 230 rubles |
Coffee Nescafe GOLD Espresso
Advantages:
- Tonic;
- Invigorating;
- Fragrant;
- Delicious.
Flaws:
- Not identified.
Table – “Best instant coffee for 2021”
| Name: | Brand: | Net weight: | Average cost (rubles): | Price per 1 gram (rubles): |
| "Kodo" | "Bushido" | 95 | 500 | 5.26 |
| "Prontissimo Intenso" | "Lavazza" | 95 | 390 | 4.1 |
| "Monarch Millicano" | "Jacobs" | 95 | 280 | 2.94 |
| "Gold Selection" | "Tchibo" | 40 | 200 | 5 |
| "Gold Origins" | "Nescafe" | 85 | 210 | 2.47 |
| "Di Caffe Original" | "Maestro" | 90 | 160 | 1.77 |
| "Guatemala Atitlan" | "Jardin" | 95 | 160 | 1.68 |
| "Fine Aroma" | "Davidoff" | 100 | 240 | 2.4 |
| "Arabica" | "Moscow coffee shop on shares" | 190 | 180 | 0.94 |
| "Crema | "Jacobs" | 95 | 290 | 3.05 |
| Millicano Crema Espresso | "Jacobs" | 75 | 240 | 3.2 |
| "GOLD Espresso" | Nescafe | 70 | 230 | 3.28 |
Freeze-dried instant coffee. Test purchase. Issue dated 05/15/2017
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According to statistics, the world coffee market is the second largest after oil. One and a half billion cups of coffee are drunk in the world once a day; the average Russian drinks about 500 cups once a year. In most cases, people in our country drink instant coffee: by the way, after ground coffee, freeze-dried instant coffee is considered a more natural version of this drink. The brands “Jardin”, “Jockey”, “Nescafe Gold”, “Black Card” and “Jacobs Monarch” took part in the competition for the title of the best product.
