I found that the decaffeinated instant coffee had a similar flavor profile to the house blend, but it was marred by a slightly off-putting odor. The difference is noticeable upon opening the jar; the ...

Oliver Strand is the former coffee columnist for the New York Times, and writes about food, travel, and design. He is the executive editor of Hudson River Blue, which covers the soccer scene in New ...

You already know instant coffee gets a bad rap. It’s often considered to be a last resort for coffee drinkers when they don’t have time to brew a proper pot in the morning. What you don’t know?