I Tried Nescafe Gold Cap Colombia – My Review and Photos

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nescafe gold blend cap columbia instant coffee

by Nigel Ong

Nescafe Gold is Nescafe’s line of premium instant coffees. Aside from the original Nescafe Gold, there are also many special blends, such as the Alta Rica, Espresso, and Cap Colombia. 

However, how good are these special blends? Are they genuinely good, or is it just a way for Nescafe to package and sell more coffee? I am here to find out for you.

I will review and sample the Nescafe Gold Cap Colombia in this post. I will also experiment with coffee with multiple flavors and see if they taste good. Finally, I compare Nescafe Cap Colombia with other Nescafes, as well as other premium instant coffee as well.

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I taste tested Asian White Coffee – review and photos

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A cup of hot white coffee in Singapore.

by Nigel Ong

People love to drink coffee all over the world and everywhere you go they prepare it in different ways. Many societies have adapted coffee to their local taste buds, resulting in all sorts of coffee styles that you can experiment with and try.

Asian White Coffee is one such example. Rich, creamy, and mellow, this coffee is widely enjoyed in Southeast Asia, particularly in countries such as Singapore and Malaysia.

In this post, I will try to sample a cup of Asian White Coffee and see how it tastes. I’ll also examine how to sample one of this coffee, especially if you live in North America or Europe.

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I tested Illy Intenso Bold Roast ground coffee – my review, photos

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Illy intenso bold roast ground coffee can and coffee cup

by Nigel Ong

Aside from Lavazza, Illy is probably the best-known name for coffee outside of Europe. They seem to make high-quality roasts, and the Illy Clasico instant coffee remains one of my favorites. 

However, how about their coffee grounds? Can we simply assume that if the instant coffee is pretty good, the ground coffee would be even better? I’m here to find that out for you.

In this post, I will review the Illy Intenso Bold Roast. I will brew them as espresso-based drinks and sample them. Next, I’ll compare the Illy Intenso Bold Roast against other espresso roasts and decide if you should try it out yourself.

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I taste tested Starbucks Veranda ground coffee, with photos

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by Nigel Ong

One thing about gourmet coffee drinkers, they like to dismiss big coffee houses such as Starbucks. In fact, the common moniker given to Starbucks is ‘Starbucks,’ as it has a reputation for roasting its beans a little darker. 

Is this true? Or just a way for these coffee snobs to dismiss popular roasts? I picked up a bag of Starbucks coffee to find out. This time, I have the Veranda Blend. 

In this post, I will brew the Starbucks Veranda Blend three ways and taste it. I will also experiment by adding flavorings to the coffee and see if they improve the taste of the coffee. Finally, I compare it against other light roasts and decide who will enjoy the coffee most.

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I tried OldTown Instant White Coffee from Asia

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by Nigel Ong

Asia is a unique playground for coffee. This is because the locals take coffee beans and prepare them to suit their taste buds, producing new styles that will satisfy many curious tongues. Some popular styles include Vietnamese, Japanese, and Asian White Coffee.

One popular maker of Asian White Coffee is Old Town, and in this post, I will be reviewing it. I will first make and then taste the coffee. I will then share what I think and if Americans would enjoy them. 

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Starbucks Frappuccino: Bottled version vs. In-store version (with photos)

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bottle of frappuccino, store bought cup of frapp

by Nigel Ong

Ask around, and you will easily meet someone who enjoys Frappuccinos. It is ice-cold, slushy, creamy, and full of coffee goodness. No wonder it is one of Starbucks’ best sellers. 

In fact, Starbucks was selling so much of the drink they introduced a Ready-To-Drink (RTD) version in a bottle. The idea here is to allow you to enjoy your Frappuccino anytime. Just walk into your grocery store and pick one from the chilled aisles.

The question here is, how close is the taste between the two? Can the RTD drink even match or get close enough to the hand-made version? I got on a little experiment to find out. 

In this post, I compare the taste of Starbucks’ hand-made Frappuccino to the RTD frappuccino at your local grocery. I’ll also discuss if the RTD drink is suitable for you. 

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RYZE Mushroom Coffee – Any Good? I Tried it to See, with Photos

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by Nigel Ong

Coffee may have been the most important drink that gets billions of humans going daily. However, many are also seeking ways to improve their coffee experience. Some drink premium coffee, while some explore other alternatives. 

One such alternative coffee is RYZE. It is coffee with six types of mushrooms added in. These mushrooms are claimed to have medical benefits and can help with health. Is it as good as claimed? How about the taste? Let’s find out.

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