The "Perfect" Cup of Coffee....

[Conolulu]

Now I remember why I love Dark Costa Rican coffee soooooo much...




Thanks, NBF..

[docandjeanie]

Got up early this am, and got out the french press, had some great 100% kona coffee, it was wonderful. I had a second cup, it got me through the tax preparation that I spent my day on.


Thanks Caly, I will check out my local target, this week

[C-Dawg]

We had a foreign exchange student from Costa Rica live with us last year, and she brought us some great coffee from her family's farm. I still have a couple packets left but save them for "one of those mornings".
Most of the time though, I either drink Green Mountain Coffee or 8 O'clock. As I don't use cream or sugar, I like a good blend that doesn't have a bitter aftertaste. Green Mtn is great, but I have to make it a cup or two at a time, as 10 minutes after brewing, it will start to get an aftertaste. 8 O'clock is a great blend, and is inexpensive. That's what I normally have brewing in my office.

[bravedave]

Kona Drinkers,

What is the price per pound you expect to pay for Kona? (or Kona blend... if so, please specify)

I pay $8/lb for Kona blend (10%) or about $39/lb for Kona.

[docandjeanie]

Kona Drinkers,

What is the price per pound you expect to pay for Kona? (or Kona blend... if so, please specify)

I pay $8/lb for Kona blend (10%) or about $39/lb for Kona.

I made my recent purchase in Hawaii (bad ass coffee co) for $26.95 100% for 1/2 lb.

100% Kona on www.coffeeam.com has it for 147.50 for 5 lbs, if you purchase it this way and freeze it, it's is only $29.50 per lb. w/o shipping. I am considering doing this when I run out.

[Bfan53]

GREAT NEWS!!!!!

I was at Target in MI last night and they carry Kona coffee. I think it was there own brand (Archer Farms).

Great news for those of us that had the "the coffee of Hawaii" and need another hit once back to reality.

I would have never thought to check at Target for Kona coffee, but guess I should!

I would like to hear your feedback once you try it.

Will certainly do so!!!!

Just picked up a package of Archer Farms Kona blend at Target. I'll let you know what I think after the first brew.......

On my trip to Key West last week we stopped at Blue Heaven for breakfast. My first taste of Baby's Coffee......excellent! Will most definitely order some for home.

Also passed by the Bad Ass Coffee shop on Duval St. several times, but just didn't stop in. Based on the other BNers comments, I'll probably give this vendor a try as well......

So much coffee, so few casual mornings......

[Bfan53]

Sipping on my first cup of Archer Farms Kona blend from Target......very nice, smooth, great aroma. Makes me want to explore some of the other premium Kona blends discussed here.

Thanks for the tip!

Just curious, how do others store their coffee? I like getting the whole beans & grinding right before brewing......

[caly]

Had to dig deep for this thread

Did a little CBS (cross border shopping) yesterday and our last stop was at a TJMaxx. My husband bought a shirt and as we were at the check out paying for it I was browsing around at the flavored coffees.
Thought I had struck gold........found Vanilla Macadamia


Looked at the label and it was decaf. Not my fav, but it is all my husband can drink and he didn't get to try that flav in Hawaii because they didn't have it in decaf. Kept digging in the pile and found a regular VM as well. On sale for $4.99 for a 12oz bag. Artisan Coffee Roasters is the brand. It is 100% Arabica. Too bad there is no Kona in it. That would be the cats a$$.

Having my second cup as I post and it is mmmm mmmmm good!

[pbans]

I have to drink decaf now.....any suggestions there?

I do like the Gevalia Breakfast Blend.......

[ragtopW]

I don't drink that much Coffee..

is it strange that my favorite is a Kona- Kenya
blend??

[ragtopW]

I don't drink that much Coffee..

is it strange that my favorite is a Kona- Kenya
blend??

[docandjeanie]

Had to dig deep for this thread

Did a little CBS (cross border shopping) yesterday and our last stop was at a TJMaxx. My husband bought a shirt and as we were at the check out paying for it I was browsing around at the flavored coffees.
Thought I had struck gold........found Vanilla Macadamia


Looked at the label and it was decaf. Not my fav, but it is all my husband can drink and he didn't get to try that flav in Hawaii because they didn't have it in decaf. Kept digging in the pile and found a regular VM as well. On sale for $4.99 for a 12oz bag. Artisan Coffee Roasters is the brand. It is 100% Arabica. Too bad there is no Kona in it. That would be the cats a$$.

Having my second cup as I post and it is mmmm mmmmm good!

Wow, what a find. Will got check out my local store, thanks for the tip.

Jack, has the best coffee ever, btw Thanks, honey!!!!!!!!

[Frank4]

I simply must have a cup of coffee first thing in the morning. This is not a negotiable item.....

I love to grind whole beans and have been through all of the flavors at the local supermarket and gourmet shops. I just want to try something different. I've been searching online and, like most online searches, I'm overwhelmed by the choices & prices.

Any of you BNers buy your coffees online? If so, can you suggest the merchants you purchase from & blends you drink?

Any help would be appreciated in my quest for the "perfect" cup of coffee! Feel free to suggest your preferred coffee makers, too.

I am a big fan of Baby's coffee out of Key West. Good stuff....