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Folgers is name that has a long history in the world of coffee. We can remember the giant cans of coffee used by our mothers and still sold today. Folgers, while not the best coffee in the world by any stretch of the imagination holds a place in Coffee History.Recently, Folgers has begun to focus more on the gourmet coffee crowd. Gourmet is used liberally here, but for Folgers, this coffee is gourmet compared to their usual fare. There is better coffee out there, but compared to say — Starbucks, this coffee is not half bad.
In an effort to get the word out about this coffee, the Folgers public relations people have been contacting coffee sites such as Brotherhood of the Bean, but they have also gone a step further — Made free coffee available to the consumer! By following this link, you can receive a free sample of either Vanilla Biscotti or Lively Columbian.
For the purposes of this review, we would like to focus on the Vanilla Biscotti coffee. Opening the bag, this coffee is very, very fragrant. It almost makes you wonder if the coffee will be overpowering when brewed. I read a review on another site that said this coffee can serve as an air freshener, and after opening a bag, I would have to agree.
When brewed, the Vanilla Biscotti coffee takes on a much richer combination of vanilla and coffee smells. We believe that enjoyment of coffee comes as much from its smell as its taste, and in this sense the Folgers Vanilla Biscotti does not disappoint.
From a taste perspective, this coffee is not what you would call bold, and it is not overly acidic in taste. Essentially, its a decent middle of the road coffee that will appeal to people who don’t like coffee with stronger taste elements. And to people who do enjoy the more complex coffees, its a decent choice for parties that need a coffee which will appeal to a wide variety of people.
Our advice — click the link at the beginning of this review and have some sent to you for free. At best you will get some coffee you might find that you enjoy, at worst you might get an occasional mailing from Folgers about new products.
May 21st, 2007 at 5:54 PM
From Bean to Brew—A History of Coffee and Coffeehouses
The research in this book spans a decade and explores the growth and popularity of coffee from 800 A.D. to the present, from Yemen to the United States. Historic coffee-making practices and equipment are examined, as is the evolution of coffeehouses from 17th century Oxford, England to contemporary New Orleans, USA. From Bean to Brew investigates the creation and expansion of New Orleans as a major shipping port for coffee imports as well as the city’s progression to the status of the world’s largest bulk coffee handler. Also included are 16 illustrations by four artists as well as information on numerous professional associations and trade publications. Read an article excerpt at http://www.chatgrispress.com/A.....ipping.pdf.
CONTENTS
Part 1 – A History Lesson
The Role of Coffeehouses
The History of Coffee
The History of Coffeehouses
Early Opposition
Early Coffee Making
Early Coffeehouses of New Orleans
Part 2 – Roasting, Grinding, Brewing, and Storing
Roasting for Freshness
Grinding and Brewing
Storing
Part 3 – Drinking and Enjoying
Categories and Flavors
Coffee Drinks
The Coffee Market
Consumption
Proliferation of Coffeehouses
Saturation Immunity?
Tipping for Coffee
Third Places
References
Contacts
Index