Contrary to popular opinion, don’t keep your coffee in the fridge or freezer - the moisture can cause it to absorb other smells, and dampen the flavour.

Unwind with Nescafé Gold Blend instant coffee. Discover our signature smooth, rich instant coffee. Coffee connoisseurs will appreciate the well-rounded taste and rich aroma in every cup. Our expertly crafted blend is great for all coffee drinking occasions, whenever you want to make a moment special. So why not relax, enjoy the now and savour the distinctive taste of this premium blend. Our coffee expert was impressed by this corner of the coffee aisle, describing the microgrounds as ‘a great creation. The blend works very well, increasing the coffee character and flavours. The fineness of the ground coffee prevents any gritty effect, and they all brew easily and cleanly'.While some people are obsessed with coffee - and have all the fancy kit to prove it - others just crave a good brew without the fuss. That's where instant coffee comes in.

Removing caffeine from the coffee requires soaking the beans before a solvent is used to extract the caffeine compound. Don’t pour freshly boiled water straight onto your coffee, as it can lead to a harsh, bitter flavour. Nescafé's Azera Americano got good remarks – Giles described the aroma as 'good and smooth', also noting it took milk well. This one has a genuine taste as there's 'no bitterness' and 'no real instant flavour'.

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The water for instant coffee should be very hot but not boiling. If you can control the temperature your kettle heats up to, aim for between 80°C–85°C. Otherwise, boil the water and then let it sit for a minute before using it. Nescafe Gold Blend Coffee. Freeze dried instant Coffee with a rich body and a smooth flavour. This is still the UK's number one instant coffee! The choice of milk these days can seem endless. Our coffee expert experimented with dairy and plant-based options, and found all of them will sweeten and soften your coffee, but some will cause subtle changes in flavour. The coffee is made from a mix of Arabica and Robusta beans. Although Robusta beans are less expensive than Arabica, they also have a higher caffeine content and can help to give a more authentic barista flavour in drinks like this. The inclusion of finely ground coffee beans, as well as ground granules, means that a cup of Azera does a reasonable job of recreating the crema on the top of an espresso, too. If you’ve ever bought ground coffee or whole coffee beans, you may have been stumped by the varieties of beans and grounds on offer including Arabica and Robusta and including terms like “peaberry” beans. They typically also list the origin and sometimes even the specific farm where the beans came from. This is not typical with instant coffee.