Coffee Knowledge
How to make the best instant coffee?
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Looking to make a creamy, delicious instant coffee at home? We'll show you how to prepare the perfect cup of NESCAFÉ instant coffee in a few simple steps.
Find your perfect blend for the best coffee
The perfect cup of coffee starts with the right blend. Because everyone has their own taste and preferences, we created a diverse range of instant coffees, each with their own unique flavour. For those who like no fuss, quality coffee, our NESCAFÉ Original blend is a firm favourite. If you’d prefer coffee from a specific region, you can try our premium NESCAFÉ GOLD Origins range.
Always use fresh water
Water makes a huge difference to your cup of coffee. Be sure to only boil as much water as you need. After all, the taste of water changes when it’s left in the kettle, and you can avoid wasting water and energy too!
Soft vs hard water
Interestingly, soft water tastes much better than hard water, so if you live in a hard water area you may want to filter the water first to remove excess minerals.
The perfect water temperature
Getting the water temperature just right helps make the perfect coffee. We recommend using water at 80ºC, not boiling. It’s better for bringing out the flavour.
Choose your coffee cup carefully
When it comes to coffee, not all cups are equal. They come in a huge variety of shapes and sizes, from the standard mug and wide cappuccino cup, to the tall latte glass and delicate bone china. Use your own mug to avoid using paper cups, and flasks are great when you’re at work or on the move. What do you prefer? The perfect cup can also make your coffee moment more meaningful, and we all know coffee just tastes better in our favourite mug! Choose the right cup for you, and for your brew.
One teaspoon, or two?
How much coffee you use will depend on your personal taste. If you prefer your coffee a little less strong, use one teaspoon. If you really want to enjoy the full-bodied flavour of your brew, go for two. Bear in mind that teaspoons come in a variety of sizes, so the number may vary!
Milk and sugar?
Adding milk or sugar to coffee is an age-old debate. Some claim that it ruins the flavour, others can’t drink coffee without it. There’s also the question of what milk to add; whole or skimmed milk, or plant-based alternatives such as oat, hazelnut, soya and even coconut? If you’ve got a sweet tooth you might add sweeteners like brown sugar, white sugar or maybe even syrup. Whatever your choice, it’s a matter of personal taste.
With millions of cups of coffee enjoyed every day around the world, it’s more important than ever that you can make your cup of coffee perfect for you.
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