My husband and I are not coffee drinkers, but once the baby is born we are going to be having a lot of out of town guests stay with us (We live far from our families). We bought a coffee maker yesterday but realized we have no idea what kind of coffee we should buy... What is a good standard coffee to buy for people? I am clueless when it comes to coffee.
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I like Maxwell house 100% colombian. It's all I ever drink and what I drank as my first coffee.
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Since I became pregnant, we don't drink much coffee either. We keep Folgers House Blend or Breakfast Blend on hand for guests. We also keep the little packets of sugar, sugar substitute (Splenda or Equal depending on what's on sale) and non dairy creamer available - just in case anyone wants to doctor their coffee. We find that 1/8 cup of grounds + 1 round tablespoon makes a nice balanced 12-cup pot.
I am sure that whatever brand/blend you choose, your families will be thinking more about visiting with you and LO than they are about the coffee - while still being thankful for your hospitality in providing it.
I agree with this. If you don't have a Trader Joe's, then Seattle's Best #3 is a good brew that appeals to most drinkers.
I would not suggest Folger's or Maxwell House.
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I actually don't care for Maxwell House at all.
If you have a TON of coffee drinkers and need a huge amount (like a big can), Folgers is ok. If you have a costco, their columbian can (I think it's brown) Kirkland brand is pretty good.
I prefer Dunkin Donuts, Starbucks, or Seattle's Best in a French Roast or Breakfast Blend.
I agree with PPs about having milk and sugar on hand. I would also do half and half or get a small basic creamer flavor, like vanilla. Creamer lasts a long time.
I love this answer! But I'd make sure they bring me back something. :-) A lot of people in my family love Dunkin Donuts.
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I love this answer! But I'd make sure they bring me back something. :-) A lot of people in my family love Dunkin Donuts.
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