Most instant coffee comes in the form of granules. The smaller the granule, the more easily and completely it dissolves in water. Granules require less grinding down during the coffee making process and this means less cost for the producer. We tried: Nescafé Azera Americano, Nescafé Azera Intenso, Kenco Millicano Americano Instant Coffee, Sainsbury's Americano Microground, Lavazza Prontissmo Intenso In the same way that you can enjoy a toffee-infused cinnamon latte at the coffee shop, it is possible to enjoy similarly flavoured instant coffees. The granules are infused with a particular flavour so that when you make your coffee, it takes on some of this flavour. The coffee is made from a mix of Arabica and Robusta beans. Although Robusta beans are less expensive than Arabica, they also have a higher caffeine content and can help to give a more authentic barista flavour in drinks like this. The inclusion of finely ground coffee beans, as well as ground granules, means that a cup of Azera does a reasonable job of recreating the crema on the top of an espresso, too. Our expert tried out five Colombian instant coffees (this is the most popular regional type) and was pleasantly surprised. In fact, Giles said these coffees were 'a leap ahead' from the plainer, everyday instants and the gold blend range.

Go ahead and enjoy the velvety texture and smooth taste of Nescafe Gold Blend coffee, giving you the rich coffee experience you know and love. Unwind with Nescafé Gold Blend instant coffee. Discover our signature smooth, rich instant coffee. Coffee connoisseurs will appreciate the well-rounded taste and rich aroma in every cup. Our expertly crafted blend is great for all coffee drinking occasions, whenever you want to make a moment special. So why not relax, enjoy the now and savour the distinctive taste of this premium blend. Terms such as ‘rich’, ‘smooth’, ‘balanced’ and ‘golden’ simply give an indication of the style of coffee. The level of roast (ranging from light to dark) is important to consider as this affects the coffee’s flavour profile.But although you'll have to pay more for a taste of these coffees, which are a blend of instant and ground coffee, it's worth considering the trade-up if you're after a high-end home brew. He particularly liked Sainsburys Taste The Difference Ground Columbian, which he said provided a real coffee aroma and excellent crema. Flavours were enhanced when adding milk. Instant coffee is convenient and easy to make with the most difficult aspect being the preparation of the very hot, but not boiling, water. Follow these steps to make a cup of instant coffee: Contrary to popular opinion, don’t keep your coffee in the fridge or freezer - the moisture can cause it to absorb other smells, and dampen the flavour. It is worth noting that the decaffeinating process does remove caffeine and it is caffeine that gives coffee some of its bitter flavour and the flavour strength. As such, a lot of decaffeinated coffee can taste mild and somewhat watery when compared to a fully caffeinated alternative.

Instant coffee Contains Antioxidants – Coffee, when drank in moderation, actually offers a number of health benefits. It can increase metabolism, brain function, liver health, and mental health, while reducing the risks of developing diseases including Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and diabetes. Studies suggest that drinking coffee can increase life expectancy, too. And, while many of these benefits are true of ground coffee and instant coffee, at least one study shows that instant coffee is actually higher in antioxidants than ground coffee.You don't need to wait ages, or buy a fancy multi-temperature kettle for the best results. Instead, just wait 10 seconds or so after boiling before you pour. When our coffee expert tried this out, he found this amount of time gives a rich, smooth style – but warns against waiting too much longer as you could end up with a thin taste. 2. Choose the right milk Sainsbury’s Americano microground went down reasonably well too, so there’s no need to rule out slightly cheaper own-label options. The choice of milk these days can seem endless. Our coffee expert experimented with dairy and plant-based options, and found all of them will sweeten and soften your coffee, but some will cause subtle changes in flavour.