If we are talking about an invigorating aromatic drink, it is immediately clear that we are talking about coffee. True gourmets collect recipes from all over the world to discover new taste sensations. One of the popular ones is German coffee, there are a lot of preparation options for it and everyone can find their ideal one.
Coffee Gorilla
Gorilla
– selected high-quality bean coffee for restaurants and bars from Germany. It consists of selected Arabica and Robusta varieties, roasted and packaged under the strict supervision of German professionals. Experts say that this type of coffee is the most striking representative of German quality. This coffee has a persistent aroma, a long aftertaste and a complete absence of acid or bitterness. In addition to all this, people are attracted by the bright packaging, corporate identity and original name. Gorilla coffee is presented on the market in the following varieties:
Gorilla Cream Bar
– a unique blend of coffee beans collected in the highlands of Colombia and Brazil. 10% Arabica content and 90% Robusta content makes this coffee very soft and delicate. The presence of creamy foam and persistent aroma are the main advantages of this type. The cost of 1 kg of packaging is approximately 870 rubles.
Gorilla Espresso Crema No. 1
– high-quality selected Arabica beans, roasted using special latest technologies. The taste of this coffee is soft, with notes of hazelnut, which sets it apart from other varieties. The cost of coffee for 1 kg is 945 rubles.
Gorilla Shumly
– a completely new original coffee made from 100% Arabica coffee. High-quality and real delicate taste and aromatic foam will appeal to many. This coffee is especially good with cream, cinnamon or chocolate. The price for 1 kg is 930 rubles.
Gorilla Super Bar Cream –
A unique blend of Arabica and Robusta beans in equal proportions. Coffee has an unusual taste and aroma of the tropics, which attracts attention. Price for 1 kg - 935 rubles.
Tips for choosing
When choosing coffee, pay attention to several basic nuances:
- Knowledge about coffee varieties. Of all the varieties, Arabica and Robusta are the most common. Arabica is a less strong drink, the taste has a very characteristic sourness. Robusta is an invigorating drink, as the grain contains more caffeine. The taste is different from Arabica - it has a bitter taste.
- It is recommended to purchase coffee not in a supermarket, but in a specialty store or coffee shop. Experts will advise you on the appropriate variety that will ideally satisfy your wishes for the taste and structure of coffee.
- If you don’t have much time, but you want coffee, and the same as in a coffee shop, then freeze-dried coffee will come to your aid. An excellent compromise between real coffee and instant coffee. Brewing freeze-dried coffee is as easy as shelling pears – just pour boiling water over it. Freeze-dried coffee is more expensive than instant coffee, but the taste characteristics are brighter.
Coffee Impresto
Impresto
– a fairly new, but already well-established German coffee. Ideal modern production technologies and a responsible approach to business ensure German quality. The coffee line is represented by the following varieties:
Impresto Grand Cru –
carefully selected dark roasted Arabica coffee beans. The soft and impeccable taste, lack of bitterness and long, smooth aftertaste make this coffee very popular. The cost of 1 kg of packaging is 1,400 rubles.
Impresto Espresso Gold
– the best Arabica and Robusta beans, medium roasted. This blend has a very multifaceted taste and constantly reveals itself in different ways. At first it is light and fresh, then it becomes denser and thicker with notes of sourness in the aftertaste. The cost of 200 g packaging is 450 rubles.
Impresto Decaf –
Delicious caffeine-free coffee beans. 100% dark roasted Arabica coffee produces rich, vibrant coffee with a delicious aroma. The cost of 200 g packaging is 450 rubles.
Impresto Espresso is 100% Kenyan Arabica, which has a soft taste with a slight sourness and aromatic creamy foam. The main feature of this blend is its long, fabulously pleasant aftertaste. The cost of 1 kg of coffee beans is 1250 rubles.
Impresto Classic –
A blend of Arabica and South American Robusta, dark roasted. The mild taste of the coffee has special piquant notes, which is why this coffee is loved. Light velvet foam also complements the composition well. A 200 g package costs 450 rubles, 1000 g – 1100 rubles.
TOP 7 best coffee brands
The rating includes the following coffee brands:
- Lavazza;
- Paulig;
- EGOISTE;
- Jardin;
- Hausbrandt;
- Nespresso;
- Nescafe.
Each brand presented has advantages and disadvantages, cooking features and taste characteristics. We relied on the popularity of manufacturers, as well as feedback from customers, choosing the best brands. We hope this article will help you choose the perfect drink that combines high quality, taste and beneficial properties. Happy reading!
Lavazza
An Italian brand that occupies a leading position in the modern coffee world. The beans are of premium quality, and the drinks made from them are high-quality and varied. The line includes products collected on American and Asian plantations. Delicious Arabica will not leave anyone indifferent, the choice of bean coffee is wide, the taste is rated 10 out of 10.
| Production | Italy (India, Brazil) |
| Coffee shape | Grains |
| Quality | Premium |
Price: from 1000 to 1500 rubles per kg.
pros
- a wide choice of grain growing regions;
- different degrees of roasting;
- vacuum convenient packaging;
- excellent taste characteristics;
- good aromatic foam.
Minuses
- short shelf life when opened.
Lavazza is one of the brands known all over the world. We are very pleased, we are purchasing beans for our specialty coffee shop. The result is a variety of aromatic drinks with high-quality taste characteristics. We recommend it to professionals and beginners in the coffee world.
Lavazza coffee
Paulig
Finnish brand, produced in Russia. 100% Arabica from Paulig has a rich tart taste, light sourness and a persistent aroma. The foam turns out perfect and creamy. The grain grows in South and Central America. You can choose from several degrees of roasting; the taste and brightness of the characteristics of the finished drink mainly depend on them. The packaging is small, only 250 g, but it lasts a long time.
| Quality level | Premium |
| A country | Finland |
| Form of production | Grains |
Price: from 216 to 656 rubles (depending on the volume of packaging).
pros
- bright and rich taste;
- versatility of use;
- pleasant aftertaste;
- Suitable for several cooking methods.
Minuses
- In one package there are grains of different degrees of roasting.
Paulig has been known for a long time, we either use it or switch to other manufacturers. But the packaging is always at hand. The beans do not lose their aroma for a long time in tightly closed packaging, the drink is strong, the foam and cream are rich and attractive. We recommend it in the professional coffee business - Paulig comes to the rescue.
Paulig coffee
EGOISTE
If you don’t have time to prepare a Turkish drink, but want to experience the real taste of coffee, the German brand will help you with this. Premium category, production is carried out in the best factories in the world. Thanks to the roasting of beans using a unique alpine technology in combination with melted glacial water, the taste is intense and refined. You don’t have to have a lot of skills in preparation - pour the ground coffee with hot water and enjoy the drink.
| Coffee shape | Soluble |
| Production | Germany |
| Level | Premium |
Price: from 302 to 557 rubles.
pros
- bright rich taste;
- long shelf life;
- correct manufacturing technologies;
- based on high-quality premium grain;
- natural 100% Arabica.
Minuses
- overcharge.
Excellent instant coffee. The price is a little high, but this aspect is compensated by excellent taste characteristics and bright aroma. I recommend it to coffee lovers who do not have professional equipment or even Turks.
coffee EGOISTE
Jardin
Coffee has a large number of positive characteristics. The beans are double roasted, resulting in a deep taste and rich aroma of the drinks. Thanks to complete isolation from oxygen during production, coffee retains freshness and natural aroma for a long time. A big advantage is that there are 4 types in the assortment: Continental (mild taste and medium roast); Espresso style De Milano (intended for preparation in a coffee machine, has a chocolate-almond bitterness); Dessert Cap (rich tart taste); All day long (strong, made from 3 types of Arabica).
| Coffee quality | Premium |
| A country | Switzerland (Russia) |
| Form | Ground coffee |
Price: about 1500 rubles per kg.
pros
- excellent combination of grains of different tastes;
- drinks for every taste;
- special technology for roasting beans;
- long-term storage.
Minuses
- inflated price tag.
Coffee is expensive, but it justifies itself with its excellent taste characteristics. I really like the availability of several types of coffee - a client in our coffee shop can express his preferences and wishes for the drink and get exactly what he expects as a result.
Jardin coffee
Hausbrandt
100% Arabica, made using our own technology and in accordance with a unique recipe. The peculiarity of the Italian brand is strict quality control at every stage of production of the drink. Grains are bought in Latin America and Africa. Roasting at a low temperature preserves the taste and beneficial properties of the grains. The assortment is extensive, represented by blends with different ratios of Robusta and Arabica, as well as with different combinations of bean varieties. Each drink turns out to be unique and unusual in taste.
| Release form | Ground coffee |
| Quality | Premium |
| Manufacturer country | Italy |
Price: about 490 rubles.
pros
- high quality from Italian manufacturer;
- uniform roasting;
- unique recipe and technology;
- strict control over production at every stage;
- preservation of beneficial properties due to frying at low temperatures;
- convenient packaging.
Minuses
- difficult to buy in a store.
We ordered coffee from an online store; it is difficult to find packaging in stores within walking distance. Wonderful composition, excellent grain aroma. The drinks turn out amazingly tasty and aromatic - the coffee meets all my expectations and desires. I advise you to try it too!
Hausbrandt coffee
Nespresso
One of the popular brands of coffee capsules. The manufacturer offers 4 types of capsules for every taste, including: decaffeinated coffee, capsules with the deepest taste, premium varieties and coffee mixtures with flavors and additives to improve taste. The brand, by the way, produces not only coffee, but also equipment - coffee machines. It takes no more than 15 seconds to prepare, the drink turns out delicious, with a rich aroma.
| Coffee quality | Miscellaneous, in particular premium |
| A country | Switzerland |
| Form | Capsules |
Price: from 399 to 599 rubles.
pros
- wide range of products;
- different types of coffee;
- deep taste and bright aroma;
- distributed in various stores.
Minuses
- preparation requires a special model of coffee machine.
The device and the idea with the capsules are just super! Easy to make, excellent taste. We are pleased with the variety of choices - espresso, coffee with milk and sweet drinks. A real find for coffee lovers. I recommend it to all coffee fans!
Nespresso coffee
Nescafe
The capsules differ from other manufacturers: they prepare not only espresso, but also cappuccino, latte, latte macchiato and other types of coffee. The packages are divided into two parts - half of the capsules contain coffee, and the other half contains milk. Thanks to the milk additive, the drink acquires a delicate taste and aromatic light foam. In total, the brand includes more than 20 types of coffee in different packages, each with its own color. There are special coffee machines in which you can easily prepare your favorite drink.
| Coffee shape | Capsules |
| Manufacturer country | Switzerland |
| Grain quality | Premium |
Price: from 415 to 619 rubles.
pros
- variety of tastes;
- high quality and selected grain;
- milk capsules included;
- convenient preparation.
Minuses
- preparation requires a special coffee machine;
- high price of materials.
Capsules - convenient! They save my time every morning and the coffee turns out delicious. The main feature is the variety of tastes. I love dairy drinks, I buy cappuccino and latte, as they are the most aromatic and delicious. I advise you too!
Nescafe coffee
Coffee Dallmeier
Dallmeier
– German coffee for real gourmets who appreciate the best and are used to getting the most out of life. Unusually pure, impeccable taste and stylish packaging attract attention and have a large number of fans. This coffee looks very presentable and is ideal as a gift. This brand is represented on the market by the following types of ground coffee:
Dallmeier Classic
– ground coffee made from pure Arabica beans, carefully selected and roasted to a light golden color. Quite strong and dense, but at the same time soft and aromatic coffee has a low caffeine content. Suitable for brewing in a Turk and preparing in a coffee maker and coffee machine. Offered on the market in a 250 g vacuum bag costing approximately 200 rubles.
Dallmeier Prodomo
– a selected blend of quality Arabica beans grown in India, Guatemala and Ethiopia. This coffee has a special taste, devoid of any bitterness, and a persistent captivating aroma.
Dallmeier Sonderklass
– pure Arabica grown in the wild highlands of Ethiopia. It has a unique pure taste, unlike other varieties. Valued for its low caffeine content and pronounced aroma.
Dallmeier Kilimanjaro
– ground coffee made from African Arabica beans. This type is distinguished by a rich and well-balanced taste with light floral notes.
Dallmeier Neiva
- Colombian Arabica grown in the Andes and Colombia at high altitudes. This blend is distinguished by its rich, persistent aroma and taste, in which you can feel light citrus notes.
Dallmeier Sul de Minas
- single-origin Brazilian coffee, characterized by a pleasant aftertaste and nutty aroma.
Dallmeier Ethiopia –
ground coffee and high-quality Ethiopian Arabica coffee. Freshly brewed coffee has an elegant taste and a light floral aroma.
Dallmeier Standard
– ground coffee of medium roast, devoid of bitterness. Very similar to Italian coffee, but has a softer, pleasant taste.
"Rüdesheimer"
Coffee with the same name from one of the metro stations in Berlin. The composition includes alcohol; if you prepare a true Rüdesheimer, you will need brandy; replacing this ingredient will result in one of the interpretations of the drink.
Required for 2 servings:
- coffee – 2 tsp;
- water – 300 ml;
- vanillin – ¼ tsp;
- sugar – 4-6 tsp;
- brandy (can be replaced with rum, cognac) – 80 ml;
- cream – 40 ml;
- grated chocolate – 2-3 tsp.
How to cook:
- Dissolve vanillin in water and pour it with ground Turkish coffee. Bring to a boil over low heat.
- Warm alcohol and sugar are mixed in a coffee glass (it must be warmed up) and set on fire. Freshly prepared coffee is added immediately.
- Decorate with whipped cream and sprinkle with chocolate.
This option can be called festive; the preparation stages resemble some kind of magic. If guests come, do not deprive them of the joy of watching this action; on the contrary, demonstrate your skills.
You can't do without coffee in the morning. It finally awakens us, it makes it easier to get through the day at university or at work. But now we are already at that age when, instead of wine from a bag, we buy good wine in normal bottles and are ready to pay more for quality beer. That is, the time has come to reconsider our attitude towards coffee.
We talked to Louise Reiche: she knows what good coffee is. Louise has been working at Café Kodos in Hamburg since September 2020 and has recently been managing two café branches in the Hamburg districts of Ottensen and Sterschanze. As an experienced barista, she conducts internal training for cafe employees. Louise gave us some professional tips and told us how to make good coffee in your own kitchen.
Filter coffee or espresso?
Coffee is different, that's understandable. But espresso and filter coffee differ not only in taste and appearance - the differences begin at the bean stage. “Of course, there are no species of trees on which espresso coffee grows separately, but the beans are fundamentally different,” explains Louise. For espresso, the coffee beans are roasted more intensely than for filter coffee because the longer the beans are roasted, the less acid they retain. In addition to coffee beans of one type, mixtures of different varieties, so-called blends, are often prepared for espresso.
“Filter coffee or espresso? You have to make a decision from the very beginning,” says Louise. The type of coffee determines what equipment you will need at home. For those who want to brew espresso, it is best to invest in a good carob coffee machine. Louise cannot recommend a classic geyser espresso coffee maker like the Bialetti: “In such coffee makers, the water must really boil. And boiling water dissolves bitterness and acids in coffee, and the taste becomes appropriate. If the coffee tastes very bitter when you drink it, something was done wrong.”
Expressen 11/18/2019 Svenska Dagbladet 11/26/2018 The optimal temperature for coffee is 92-95 degrees, says Louise.
Back to basics
For anyone who wants to make simple, tasty and high-quality filtered coffee at home, Louise recommends using a classic brewing filter, which is placed directly on a cup or coffee pot. Ground coffee is poured onto a paper filter and then hot water is poured in a thin stream. “But if you need to brew a lot of coffee at once, for example, for guests, then it’s better to use a classic French press,” says Louise.
Paper filters also vary. Classic paper filters, which were used in older generation coffee machines, do not have a triangular shape, but a shape truncated at the bottom. Louise explains: “This shape of the filter does not allow the water to flow through the coffee smoothly, causing it to remain in contact with the hot water for too long. And it dissolves bitter substances in coffee. Therefore, paper filters should have a pointed end - this will make it easier for water to flow through the coffee.”
Don't waste money on coffee!
Coffee is sold everywhere: supermarkets, organic food stores or discounters. Their range includes both bean and ground coffee, cheap and expensive, in packs from 250 grams and in 1.5 kg family packs. There are packs with the signs Bio (“bio”) and Fairtrade (“fair trade”). This is what a typical coffee shelf looks like in a store.
“Unfortunately, industrial coffee labels are often confusing. Bio and Fairtrade labels also cannot be blindly trusted: they are awarded on the basis of very vague requirements for growing and selling coffee. They say nothing about the quality and taste of the product. In general, we can say: no one benefits from a pack for three euros - neither the consumer nor the local coffee producers,” says Louise.
Where does coffee come from?
In addition to the method of preparing and roasting the beans, geographic factors can also affect the taste of coffee. What is the soil composition? What minerals do they contain? At what altitude is coffee grown? “There are flavor profiles associated with certain continents or growing areas. For example, in Africa, grains have light fruity notes. Coffee from Asia has a chocolate-nutty taste,” says Louise.
The New York Times 02/22/2020 Helsingin Sanomat 03/01/2020 Louise advises buying coffee beans and grinding it yourself: “It’s worth investing in a coffee grinder. Fresh ground coffee just tastes better.” The Internet offers a sea of coffee grinders, prices range from low to exorbitant. “The choice depends on your needs,” says Louise. — If you don’t drink a lot of coffee, then you can get by with a simple model. But those who like to experiment should consider purchasing a more expensive coffee grinder. With its help, you can accurately set the degree of grinding, and this is important when coffee is prepared using different methods.”
“Espresso requires a finer grind because it means there will be shorter contact with the water than with filter coffee,” adds Louise.
And finally: remove the coffee from the refrigerator!
Louise considers this extremely important: “The rumor that it is better to store coffee in the refrigerator is very tenacious, but coffee has no place in the refrigerator!”
The fact is that coffee beans absorb moisture and odors, and this kills the taste of coffee. Store coffee in a dry place, at room temperature and in airtight containers. This way the grains can be stored for up to six months. But ground coffee should be consumed within four to six weeks.
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"Von-Liebig"
It is not difficult to prepare, but there is still a certain secret, which makes it a fragrant and delicious drink.
How to cook:
- Divide the ground coffee in half.
- Pour one part of it into hot water (the amount depends on the portions) and bring to a boil as quickly as possible.
- Once it boils, keep it on low heat for 5 minutes, then add the second part of the coffee and simmer for another 1 minute (stir while boiling).
- Remove from heat, pour the drink into one cup and pour into another. Do the procedure several times, and then you can enjoy your coffee.
The best instant coffee
Among instant coffee manufacturers, the best are the following:
- Bushido. It is considered one of the most expensive. Premium products are manufactured in Switzerland. The assortment is quite large. There are even products that contain gold as an ingredient.
- Jacobs. A German brand that produces not only freeze-dried, but also natural ground coffee. The manufacturer strictly monitors the quality of its products. The drink has a mild taste. It has an unobtrusive sourness.
- Carte Noir. An American brand popular in Russia. High quality Arabica beans are used in production. The drink contains a characteristic bitterness.
- Indian gold. Belongs to a group of high-quality products sold at an affordable price.
- Mokkona. In the ranking of instant coffee brands, Dutch Moccona takes pride of place, characterized by a soft, light taste and rich aroma.
- Jardine. The manufacturer does not use grains grown on Brazilian plantations in production. Preference is given to rarer varieties. Thanks to this, the taste of the drink acquires versatility. It contains citrus, fruity, floral, berry and chocolate notes.
- Nescafe Gold. The brand is known all over the world. The products are characterized by a balanced taste and unsurpassed aroma.
Bushido
Nescafe Gold
Moccona
Jacobs
Which brand of coffee is better to choose?
Coffee is supplied by many companies that have individual preparation methods. The rating presents the best coffee brands that are worth paying attention to:
- Paulig - a company founded in 1876 in Finland, it offered various food products such as flour, spices, salt, cognac, port wine and others. In 1904, it expanded its activities and manufactured products using new technologies, which were exported to the countries of Northern Europe and America.
- Lavazza is an Italian company that creates and sells coffee products. Its activities began in 1894 in Turin. Initially, a small store was presented, then a large company was registered - Lavazza.
- Kimbo is an Italian company that creates high-quality coffee additives, they are delivered directly from Naples. The product is produced in beans, created for coffee machines, and presented in different packages.
- Jardin is a brand that recently appeared on the market in St. Petersburg. Creates aromatic mocha, characterized by good quality. Modern Thermo Two technology is used, which allows you to obtain a rich, unusual aroma.
- Nescafe is an instant coffee brand created in Brazil in 1938. During the war, the company became more popular; it produced a drink for soldiers, who appreciated the soft variety and delicate aroma. Products are supplied to 83 countries around the world.
- Carte Noire is a trademark created in 1695 by French entrepreneur Rene Mounier. He created a rich, high-quality variety, which from the first days became popular among true connoisseurs. Today the brand is used in almost all countries.
- Bushido is a Japanese brand that has expanded its products over the years since its inception. The product is produced in Switzerland, it guarantees environmental safety, high quality, and a pleasant and delicate aroma.
- Jacobs - the company was founded in 1895 in Germany, its founder is Johann Jacobs, who first opened his store in the city of Bremen. Every year the company expanded the number of products produced, producing instant, ground and grain mocha.
- Egoiste is a brand owned by the Moscow coffee house Khors, which creates coffee drinks not only in instant form. The company uses only selected Arabica raw materials, which are of rare variety and high quality.
- Illy is a well-known Italian brand, used in many developed countries. It is created from a mixture of 9 elite types of Arabica and has a rich, persistent, pleasant aroma. The delicate taste allows you to enjoy the coffee properties. When opened, it can be stored for up to three years without losing its taste.
- Hausbrandt is a coffee company founded in 1982 in Trieste, it represents the most famous brand in Italy. The brand has many fans in different countries and is also chosen outside of Italy. The company was the first on the market to sell fried product in airtight containers.
- JuliusMeinl is a European brand that has been producing coffee products for 150 years. It has become a real legend; it has existed since 1862. At that time, Julius Meinl opened the first store selling green mocha in the very center of Vienna.
- Nespresso is a company brand that was created in 1970. He used hermetic capsules, which allowed the coffee beans to retain their aroma and nuances for a long time. Calculated for one person, made in a coffee machine.
- Tassimo - the company presents capsule coffee, which can only be prepared in a coffee machine. One contains 10 grams of coffee, calculated for one serving. The company uses natural raw materials, which allows them to create a fragrant, rich product.
