There is nothing more magnificent than waking to a home filled with the flavorful aroma of a well brewed pot of coffee. The United States offers a variety of styles and flavors depending on the region. Whether enjoying a cup on a balmy morning in New Orleans, or bundled under covers in New Hampshire, there a coffee that’s right for everyone.
Green Mountain Coffee Roasters
Located in Waterbury, Vermont, Green Mountain Coffee is a favorite amount New Englanders, where Green Mountain’s Newman’s Own label can be purchased at area McDonald’s restaurants. When seeking organic or fair trade coffee, this is the brand to pick.
Offering a variety of flavors including such favorites as Café Almond Biscotti and Southern Pecan, Green Mountain Coffee delivers a smooth coffee experience. Their roasted beans are available in whole beans, ground, or k-cups. If Green Mountain Coffee isn’t located on the coffee aisle nearest you, visit them online to become part of their coffee club.
New England Coffee
This Massachusetts based company boasts a small list of flavors, but they are still the largest independent coffee roaster in New England. In addition to their popularity in the northeast, Winn Dixie grocery stores have spread their aromatic beans to the south. Among their popular flavors are New England Breakfast Blend and a fruity Blueberry Cobbler.
Christopher Bean Coffee
Located in Daytona, Florida, Christopher Bean Coffee is a company that has gained rapid popularity. Boasting gourmet coffee blends, Christopher Bean seeks out original flavors and combinations. Try Winter Wonderland and experience the enchanting flavors of chocolate, coffee and coconut combine.
Christopher Bean Coffee can be found at Kroger and Publix grocery stores. Visit their online store for ordering information.
Café Du Monde
New Orleans’ Café Du Monde doesn’t just make a mean beignet; they also serve up their own original chicory coffee. Visit the original coffee stand on Decatur Street for a serving of their famous donuts and enjoy a steaming cup of coffee. Or, opt for a cool iced Café au Lait.
Chicory is the heart to this distinctly flavorful coffee. The root of the endive plant is roasted and ground, then added to the ground coffee. This practice first gained popularity during the civil war when rationing made coffee a high commodity and chicory was considered adequate filler.
Mello Joy
Coined “the original Cajun coffee,” Mello Joy Coffee is located in the heart of Acadiana. Created in 1936, Mello Joy quickly grew in popularity with the Cajun community to become the most popular roast. In 1976, much to the disappointment of its fans, Mello Joy was sold to a large national company. The brand was phased out, only to be renewed in 2000 by new ownership with a vision in mind for the beloved coffee.
Since 2000 Mello Joy has grown and can be found throughout Louisiana, and in grocery stores in Mississippi and Texas. The “original Cajun coffee” can also be purchased online from the Mello Joy website.
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