Instant coffee

About Instant Coffee

Tired of waiting around for regular coffee to be ready? Instant coffee is a super quick alternative: just add hot water, and you’re good to go! Does it taste as delicious though?.. The good news is that instant coffee now comes in a ton of delicious flavours, which is why it’s one of the top picks amongst coffee lovers in today’s busy world.

Check out Coffee Friend’s range, where you’ll find top-quality instant coffees! There are numerous different types for you to choose from, like organic, vegan-friendly, or decaf. You can go for sugar-free or flavoured varieties too (there’s vanilla, hazelnut, rum, caramel…), and even pair them with powdered milk. That’s a wide selection, and then some!

Instant Coffee: As Popular Now as It Was Before?

The first cup of instant coffee was brewed all the way back in 1881. Over time, it has evolved, won over the market, and become a firm favourite. Many people likely remember their parents or grandparents whipping up some instant coffee. What’s changed though? Despite some controversy surrounding instant coffee, it remains just as popular. In fact, many coffee enthusiasts view instant coffee as a convenient, time-saving way to enjoy a great cuppa. Plus, the growing variety of flavours and focus on quality have shifted the idea that instant coffee is inferior. Yet, to truly understand instant coffee, you need to know how it’s manufactured, what features it can boast, and how to pick the best instant variety for you. 

There are two main ways to manufacture instant coffee. The older method uses heat, while the newer one resorts to colder temperatures. Freeze-dried instant coffee is way more aromatic, and considered to be top-notch. Spray drying is quicker and cheaper, but it makes the coffee lose a lot of its original aromas. Either way, it all starts with roasted coffee beans that have been ground and mixed with water. This mixture is then either freeze-dried, or spray-dried using warm air.

How to Choose the Best Instant Coffee for You?

Nowadays, instant coffee comes in a bunch of different flavours: you’re free to choose a mild, well-balanced, strong, or flavoured drink. Moreover, there’s both hot and cold options available. There are a few things you should definitely consider when picking the best instant coffee for you though:

Regular, milk-based, or flavoured? When picking instant coffee, think about the taste you’re after. Coffee Friend’s range boasts regular black coffees, as well as lots of yummy flavours, such as rum, French vanilla, creamy caramel, or ripe strawberries. You can go for a mix of instant coffee and powdered milk as well: just add a bit of water to whip up a tasty milk-based beverage.

Arabica or robusta? Instant coffee can be made up of robusta coffee beans, arabica beans, or a blend of arabica and robusta. Robusta beans have twice as much caffeine as arabica, so they make your coffee stronger and more intense. Our range of instant coffees consists mostly of 100% arabica beans though, which results in subtler, bolder, more varied flavours.

Eco-friendly. We’ve got organic instant coffees on offer too. They differ from regular instant coffee in that the coffee beans are grown on organic farms, without the use of any chemicals. This results in pure, natural flavours, and makes organic instant coffee a healthier choice.

With or without caffeine? Instant coffee is perfect for those who prefer their coffee lighter, and tend to enjoy multiple cups of it throughout the day. If you’ve decided to go completely caffeine-free though, our decaf instant coffees are a great choice. These varieties are smooth, rich, and perfectly suited for you to enjoy even late at night. All of our decaf instant coffees have been decaffeinated using the CO2 method for a great flavour and peace of mind.

Instant Coffees in Coffee Friend’s Range

In our range of products, you’ll find top-notch instant coffee marked by a wide variety of flavours and sourced from some of the best-known instant coffee manufacturers.

Little’s. Get ready to perk up with Little’s—a firm favourite amongst instant coffee enthusiasts! The subtle flavours that these coffees are known for come about as a result of top-quality beans roasted to a light or medium level, ensuring that no bitter notes are present. Plus, all of Little’s instant coffees are made with arabica beans, and contain  natural flavourings only. Perfect for vegans, this coffee has only 4 calories per cup, and no added sugar whatsoever. To make it even better, it comes in recyclable jars, reducing waste and minimising harm to the environment.

Charles Liégeois. A beloved Belgian brand run by the Liégeois family, Charles Liégeois delights coffee enthusiasts with its top-notch coffee available in all sorts of formats— instant coffee included! If you’re looking for delicious organic coffee, Charles Liégeois has got you covered. With “Mano Mano Subtil”, you can indulge in delicate flavours obtained from chemical-free, naturally grown coffee beans.

KAV America. Get ready to treat yourself to something special! KAV America, a well-known American brand, boasts a range of coffee-based frappe blends that are guaranteed to tantalise your taste buds. Why not give “Ice Coffee Mocha Mix” a try? This instant coffee mix makes whipping up a tasty drink a breeze. It gets even better though! This amazing blend lets you create not one, not two, but three different drinks: a classic iced coffee, a rich hot coffee, or a cool and creamy frappe. Which one will you pick this time?

Any Questions?

We’d love to help you navigate the realm of instant coffee! Or perhaps you’re interested in trying other types of coffee too? Our team will be just as happy to walk you through them, answer all of your questions, and guide you towards the best choice for you. Feel free to get in touch whenever you’d like—or, better yet, visit one of our physical stores, where you’ll be treated to a delicious brew!