Wed Jan 27, 2021, 11:13 AM
LazySusanNot (192 posts)
Appreciators of good coffee...need Brand suggestions.Last edited Fri Jan 29, 2021, 10:12 PM - Edit history (5)
Tired of the old Mr. Coffee drip maker - we finally bought an electric 12-cup Hamilton Beach percolator (with glass viewing lid to watch it perk). We've tried a few of the Medium Roast beans on sale at our local Fry’s grocery store using their grinder on the course setting. We also use paper disc filters to help cut down on the grinds. Simple Truth Organic, 8-o-clock, Donut Shop and a couple of the Starbucks varieties were all good. When I went back for more - not on sale. Our coffee palates are not sophisticated but we both like a good cup of strong flavorful coffee.
Looking for any suggestions on other pocketbook friendly medium roast beans you’ve tried and liked from whatever source. We typically look for the under $5 for 12 oz. bag sales. Considering buying a grinder to take advantage of Amazon sales on whole beans. Thanks in advance. 
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 Appreciators of good coffee...need Brand suggestions. (Original post) |
LazySusanNot | Jan 2021 | OP |
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Response to LazySusanNot (Original post)
Wed Jan 27, 2021, 11:18 AM
LakeArenal (25,778 posts)
1. One called 1848
Response to LakeArenal (Reply #1)
Wed Jan 27, 2021, 11:21 AM
LazySusanNot (192 posts)
5. I've added it to the list
Response to LakeArenal (Reply #1)
Wed Jan 27, 2021, 03:42 PM
Luciferous (5,746 posts)
46. I'll second that one. I don't drink coffee but that's one of my daughter's favorites.
Response to LazySusanNot (Original post)
Wed Jan 27, 2021, 11:19 AM
luvs2sing (2,220 posts)
2. When I could still drink coffee..
Response to luvs2sing (Reply #2)
Wed Jan 27, 2021, 11:23 AM
LazySusanNot (192 posts)
6. We will check it out
Response to LazySusanNot (Original post)
Wed Jan 27, 2021, 11:19 AM
dhol82 (9,294 posts)
3. I buy my coffee at a place in NY that ships.
Response to dhol82 (Reply #3)
Wed Jan 27, 2021, 11:28 AM
10. Nifty link.
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I see that, for Portorico, the Vienna roast is light-medium (yummy with enough cream to buffer the acid). Their French roast is medium-dark (perfect if you drink it black).
They want $13/lb. for their Sumatran. That’s OK, but I generally wait ‘til it drops to $10/lb. and stock up.
-Laelth |
Response to Laelth (Reply #10)
Wed Jan 27, 2021, 12:01 PM
dhol82 (9,294 posts)
22. I pay $11 at the store.
Response to dhol82 (Reply #3)
Wed Jan 27, 2021, 11:28 AM
LazySusanNot (192 posts)
11. Thank you Thank you
Response to Laelth (Reply #14)
Wed Jan 27, 2021, 11:40 AM
LazySusanNot (192 posts)
19. Sounds intriguing
Response to dhol82 (Reply #3)
Wed Jan 27, 2021, 11:35 AM
17. I find this funny.
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They don’t even offer their Sumatran in dark roast.
“Who the hell wants to burn up top-quality beans like that, anyway?”  
-Laelth |
Response to LazySusanNot (Original post)
Wed Jan 27, 2021, 11:20 AM
4. I like the beans from Papua New Guinea and Sumatra.
Response to Laelth (Reply #4)
Wed Jan 27, 2021, 11:47 AM
LazySusanNot (192 posts)
21. We will splurge on occasion
Response to Laelth (Reply #4)
Sat Jan 30, 2021, 07:42 AM
Callalily (13,933 posts)
61. I too enjoy coffee from Papua new Guinea
Response to LazySusanNot (Original post)
Wed Jan 27, 2021, 11:24 AM
Squinch (47,268 posts)
7. Lavazza is my favorite. Their regular espresso grind is fabulous, and they make a nice decaf too.
Response to Squinch (Reply #7)
Wed Jan 27, 2021, 12:15 PM
LazySusanNot (192 posts)
25. I will watch for it on sale
Response to LazySusanNot (Reply #25)
Wed Jan 27, 2021, 12:29 PM
Squinch (47,268 posts)
30. A consideration: A few years ago, I had a problem with my cholesterol.
Response to Squinch (Reply #30)
Wed Jan 27, 2021, 01:08 PM
LazySusanNot (192 posts)
34. Wow. Did not know that.
Response to LazySusanNot (Reply #34)
Wed Jan 27, 2021, 01:12 PM
Squinch (47,268 posts)
35. Right? I didn't either and it was a shock when I learned it. Even more of a shock when
Response to Squinch (Reply #30)
Wed Jan 27, 2021, 07:44 PM
intrepidity (5,922 posts)
54. That's interesting, I'd never heard that
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My go-to is French press, but lately have been using a Moka pot.
I will try pouring the brewed coffee through a paper filter on the way to my cup. Can't hurt! Thanks for the tip. |
Response to Squinch (Reply #7)
Wed Jan 27, 2021, 03:37 PM
Demsrule86 (65,507 posts)
45. I use that coffee in my Jura espresso maker...some people like wine... I love love coffee. I got
Response to LazySusanNot (Original post)
Wed Jan 27, 2021, 11:24 AM
marble falls (47,684 posts)
8. The ones my dear son sends to me with a bag of pot in each one, about four times a year ...
Response to marble falls (Reply #8)
Wed Jan 27, 2021, 12:20 PM
LazySusanNot (192 posts)
26. I love it
Response to LazySusanNot (Original post)
Wed Jan 27, 2021, 11:27 AM
bamagal62 (2,640 posts)
9. I've started using the pour through method.
Response to bamagal62 (Reply #9)
Wed Jan 27, 2021, 12:25 PM
LazySusanNot (192 posts)
28. Same here on the Peet's especially.
Response to LazySusanNot (Reply #28)
Tue Feb 23, 2021, 11:20 PM
75. Peet's has one type that interests me: Major Dickason's Blend
Response to yellowdogintexas (Reply #75)
Wed Feb 24, 2021, 10:58 AM
HarvestMoon (192 posts)
76. I looked into this blend after your post. Very interesting
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At the Peet's website:
MAJOR DICKASON'S BLEND "A loyal customer of our original Berkeley store, retired army sergeant Key Dickason brought the idea for our most beloved blend to Mr. Peet in 1969. Intrigued, our founder worked with the local gourmand and coffee aficionado to refine it. They sampled countless combinations before arriving at what is now our all-time bestseller. The result was so good, Alfred Peet decided naming it after his friend wasn't enough—Dickason's rich, complex blend also deserved a promotion from sergeant to major". "Major Dickason's combines the best origin coffees from the world's premier growing regions, each imparting its distinctive regional characteristics while still effortlessly rounding into a smooth, balanced cup. Over the years, it has become the coffee that epitomizes Peet's: flavorful, deeply roasted, and unsurpassingly satisfying. But for us, "Major D" is just like a relationship with an old friend. We'll always remember it as the story of a customer's passion, an expert's palate, and a shared love of coffee". https://www.peets.com/products/major-dickasons-blend According to Peet's this is their #1 seller. We have had a couple of Peet's varieties that were OK but this sounds promising. Thanks for the lead. We'll give it a try!
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Response to LazySusanNot (Original post)
Wed Jan 27, 2021, 11:29 AM
Adelante (28,394 posts)
12. Britt cafe espresso
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Costa Rica and Mexico. Available on Amazon. I've been drinking Britt for years. Try it, you'll like it.
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Response to Adelante (Reply #12)
Wed Jan 27, 2021, 12:40 PM
LazySusanNot (192 posts)
31. I love Costa Rican coffee. Actually, I love Costa Rica.
Response to LazySusanNot (Original post)
Wed Jan 27, 2021, 11:29 AM
hlthe2b (96,509 posts)
13. I remember growing up with both my Mom & Grandmother using one
Response to hlthe2b (Reply #13)
Wed Jan 27, 2021, 02:49 PM
LazySusanNot (192 posts)
43. Yes, the pour-over method may be in our future.
Response to LazySusanNot (Original post)
Wed Jan 27, 2021, 11:34 AM
Enoki33 (1,520 posts)
15. High Mountain Coffee. From Jamaica Standard
Response to Enoki33 (Reply #15)
Wed Jan 27, 2021, 01:13 PM
LazySusanNot (192 posts)
36. Thank you for the tip
Response to LazySusanNot (Original post)
Wed Jan 27, 2021, 11:34 AM
Rorey (8,031 posts)
16. As long as we're talking about coffee
Response to Rorey (Reply #16)
Wed Jan 27, 2021, 11:40 AM
hlthe2b (96,509 posts)
18. Honestly, I only bought mine because I had accidentally bought whole beans a few times
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(and Starbucks won't grind it--even if it is THEIRS--unless you had just bought it there).
I think I got a deal on this Cuisinart, but it has worked pretty well. It was reviewed pretty highly at the time I was looking for a burr grinder. Cuisinart DBM-8 Supreme Grind Automatic Burr Mill  |
Response to hlthe2b (Reply #18)
Wed Jan 27, 2021, 11:45 AM
Rorey (8,031 posts)
20. Thanks!
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Maybe one of these days I'll decide to spoil myself!
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Response to hlthe2b (Reply #18)
Wed Jan 27, 2021, 06:07 PM
Laura PourMeADrink (41,065 posts)
51. I need that! All I have is a dinky little one and takes like 10 beans at a time:)
Response to hlthe2b (Reply #18)
Tue Feb 23, 2021, 11:16 PM
74. I have a mini blender jar that does a great job of grinding beans
Response to Rorey (Reply #16)
Wed Jan 27, 2021, 03:34 PM
LazySusanNot (192 posts)
44. Making half pots in a 12 cup maker or a smaller Percolator might be an option
Response to Rorey (Reply #16)
Wed Jan 27, 2021, 08:22 PM
Major Nikon (36,198 posts)
55. I have a few burr grinders
Response to LazySusanNot (Original post)
Wed Jan 27, 2021, 12:02 PM
Ferrets are Cool (19,363 posts)
23. If you have a Costco account, this is my go-to coffee.
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I used to drink Kick Ass from Kicking Horse Coffee, but this is cheaper and just as good.
https://www.costco.com/kirkland-signature-rwandan-coffee-3-lb%2c-2-pack.product.100039935.html |
Response to Ferrets are Cool (Reply #23)
Wed Jan 27, 2021, 12:53 PM
bamagal62 (2,640 posts)
33. I love Kicking Horse. But,
Response to Ferrets are Cool (Reply #23)
Wed Jan 27, 2021, 01:24 PM
LazySusanNot (192 posts)
37. Wow. Sounds great. Looks to be pretty budget friendly...
Response to LazySusanNot (Reply #37)
Wed Jan 27, 2021, 05:28 PM
Ferrets are Cool (19,363 posts)
47. I think you will like it. I am pretty picky with my coffee and this one is my favorite
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regardless of price (no, I've never had 100 lb coffee)
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Response to Ferrets are Cool (Reply #47)
Wed Jan 27, 2021, 05:52 PM
LazySusanNot (192 posts)
50. If you're taste is pretty picky this could work out well for us
Response to Ferrets are Cool (Reply #23)
Wed Jan 27, 2021, 01:37 PM
consider_this (1,903 posts)
39. Costco Sumatran is very good.
Response to keithbvadu2 (Reply #24)
Wed Jan 27, 2021, 01:35 PM
LazySusanNot (192 posts)
38. Perfectly timed clip. Great movie.
Response to RicROC (Reply #27)
Wed Jan 27, 2021, 01:40 PM
LazySusanNot (192 posts)
40. Great suggestion on the specialty food stores. We will try it.
Response to LazySusanNot (Reply #40)
Sun Mar 28, 2021, 06:31 PM
79. yes Phoenix has a wonderful variety of specialty food stores
Response to RicROC (Reply #27)
Wed Jan 27, 2021, 05:30 PM
Ferrets are Cool (19,363 posts)
48. I bought a vacuum pot about 10 years ago and have never looked back.
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For me, it's so darned easy to make a pot of coffee and it tastes great. If you ever get one, make sure you go on ebay and buy the glass filter. They are cheap. I think I paid 12 bucks for two.
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Response to LazySusanNot (Original post)
Wed Jan 27, 2021, 12:25 PM
OregonBlue (7,416 posts)
29. Seattle's Best is very good if it's on sale. Lots of dark and medium roasts. If you just want
Response to OregonBlue (Reply #29)
Wed Jan 27, 2021, 01:47 PM
LazySusanNot (192 posts)
41. We've had both and liked both.
Response to LazySusanNot (Original post)
Wed Jan 27, 2021, 12:44 PM
northoftheborder (7,479 posts)
32. Cameron's Specialty Coffee, organic, whole beans
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Response to northoftheborder (Reply #32)
Wed Jan 27, 2021, 02:14 PM
LazySusanNot (192 posts)
42. This go's on the shopping list as well
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Response to northoftheborder (Reply #32)
Wed Jan 27, 2021, 06:16 PM
52. The Puerto Ricans are very proud of their coffee.
Response to northoftheborder (Reply #32)
Fri Jan 29, 2021, 04:56 PM
Vinca (49,168 posts)
56. I always have Cameron's Kona coffee in the house. It's very affordable, too.
Response to LazySusanNot (Original post)
Wed Jan 27, 2021, 05:40 PM
49. My personal favorite is Kroger 100% Colombian.
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Medium dark roast.
Kroger often slaps their labels on other products and then sells them for lower prices, but I've never figured out which brand they re-labeled for this coffee. Could it actually be unique for them in this case? I tried many types of "Colombian" and "Arabica beans" coffee over the years, including the big-name brands and various more expensive ones, but I finally stuck with Kroger. 
EDIT: The taste probably depends on how coffee is made too. Kroger Colombian turns out well with my drip coffee makers. Yet another (local) brand which tasted GREAT at a nearby donut shop was very bland with my slow-brew method at home. I had bought a bag of it from the donut shop, but the taste was nothing like what they had made with an industrial-sized coffee maker, which filled a pot in just seconds! Same coffee, very different results. |
Response to Buckeye_Democrat (Reply #49)
Wed Jan 27, 2021, 06:37 PM
LazySusanNot (192 posts)
53. Kroger (errr.....Fry's out west here) has been our go-to coffee for years.
Response to LazySusanNot (Original post)
Fri Jan 29, 2021, 07:21 PM
spinbaby (14,810 posts)
57. I have two suggestions
Response to spinbaby (Reply #57)
Fri Jan 29, 2021, 07:45 PM
LazySusanNot (192 posts)
58. Thanks for jumping in. Great suggestions.
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Black coffee only - for both of us after years of never being able to get the cream and sugar consistently right. The Whole Foods price is actually close to our target budget. Our Fry's (Kroger's) will have a few 12 oz bags of "whatever coffee" in the $5 range. I will look for both of these online.
We will also be taking a strong look at the pour-over method. You and others here have mentioned it as a relatively simple way to make optimum coffee. Once hubby tires of this new percolator "toy", we may try it. It could be awhile before I can get him to focus on a new method though. He's in the process of ordering some of every coffee mentioned in this thread. |
Response to LazySusanNot (Reply #58)
Fri Jan 29, 2021, 08:24 PM
spinbaby (14,810 posts)
59. The secret is the electric kettle
Response to spinbaby (Reply #59)
Fri Jan 29, 2021, 09:55 PM
LazySusanNot (192 posts)
60. Ahhh yes, the kettle.
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Through all the generous replies in this OP, Youtube and some online browsing on the subject, we know just enough now to be dangerous.
Thank you. Thank you. 
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Response to LazySusanNot (Reply #60)
Sun Jan 31, 2021, 07:01 PM
OregonBlue (7,416 posts)
64. Electric kettles are wonderful. Couldn't live without mine.
Response to OregonBlue (Reply #64)
Sun Jan 31, 2021, 07:23 PM
LazySusanNot (192 posts)
65. A pour-over kettle is in our future (after hubby loses interest in the new toy, I mean percolator).
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After reading about the merits of the pour-over method, we are thinking this is the next fun project in our better coffee journey. I saw one yesterday that looks promising from our limited knowledge about these things. Reviewer from sipcoffee.com lists his top 8 kettles with the OXO BREW Adjustable Temp Electric Gooseneck Kettle in the top spot.
[link:https://sipcoffeehouse.com/best-electric-gooseneck-kettle/| Thanks for adding fuel to this kettle fire!!!
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Response to LazySusanNot (Reply #65)
Tue Feb 2, 2021, 06:23 PM
OregonBlue (7,416 posts)
66. I looked at the one you provided. I just have a regular spout Oster which is quite old
Response to OregonBlue (Reply #66)
Tue Feb 2, 2021, 06:39 PM
LazySusanNot (192 posts)
67. Yeah, I noticed the added feature of the goose neck
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allowing for slower more controlled pours. Once we get ready, I'll probably look at LOTS of reviews on the Kettles. My fear would be investing in one without any knowledge and then having to buy another one to be happy......
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Response to LazySusanNot (Original post)
Sun Jan 31, 2021, 05:16 PM
happybird (3,815 posts)
62. I keep coming back to the Walmart brand Colombian
They sell whole beans, too. It’s surprisingly tasty and inexpensive. I used to manage a small gourmet shop and we carried about 2 dozen different, premium coffee bean varieties. I honestly like this Walmart coffee better than any of those, and you can’t beat the price. |
Response to happybird (Reply #62)
Sun Jan 31, 2021, 05:35 PM
LazySusanNot (192 posts)
63. Nice find. Thank you for adding to the list!
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We buy the Great Value brands quite a bit at Wallyworld. Pleasantly surprised a few times and like you mentioned, at great prices. Looks like this may be another one.
Thank you again!!!!! |
Response to LazySusanNot (Original post)
Mon Feb 8, 2021, 08:16 PM
leighbythesea2 (1,127 posts)
68. We add Cafe Bustelo
Response to leighbythesea2 (Reply #68)
Mon Feb 8, 2021, 09:35 PM
LazySusanNot (192 posts)
69. Nice latest addition to the list...
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I almost bought some at the .99 Cent Only store last week. It will have to wait since our coffee drawer is now overflowing (from all the great suggestions up-thread). I will put this on our list to try again when we run out. Had it before and liked it very much. Should also help us use up some of the blonde roast milder coffee we still have. I'd forgotten about this brand!!!
Thank you so much for the suggestion/reminder.
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Response to LazySusanNot (Reply #69)
Tue Feb 9, 2021, 11:58 AM
leighbythesea2 (1,127 posts)
70. Yeah, im late to the coffee party
Response to leighbythesea2 (Reply #70)
Wed Feb 24, 2021, 04:11 PM
HarvestMoon (192 posts)
78. I missed your post before
Response to LazySusanNot (Original post)
Tue Feb 23, 2021, 11:10 PM
72. I am a mild roast drinker myself. Gevalia is one of my favorites
Response to LazySusanNot (Original post)
Tue Feb 23, 2021, 11:13 PM
73. If there is a WinCo nearby, they have a wide range of whole bean coffee
Response to yellowdogintexas (Reply #73)
Wed Feb 24, 2021, 03:50 PM
HarvestMoon (192 posts)
77. Ah yes, the old Buddies turned Winn-Dixie turned Winco Foods
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We are a ways outside the Phoenix metro area and don't have a local Winco. Next time we drive to Chandler where they have one, I will check their selections. Winn-Dixie had great store brands from what I remember.
As a kid, Buddies was our one and only big Supermarket. Winn-Dixie later (or Winco Foods) purchased the Buddie's chain back in the 70's I believe. Thanks for the leads. From your profile, it looks like we share both Tx and Az interests! |
