Assortment of Jacobs brand coffee, customer reviews

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The popularity of Jacobs coffee in Russia is well known. The products of this enterprise are freely and freely located on the shelves of various Russian super and minimarkets, and occupy one of the first places in terms of sales in our open spaces.

The huge range of products under this brand includes instant, bean and ground coffee - both in vacuum bags and in glass.

The biography of our “character” started at the end of the 19th century. In Bremen, Germany, a shop opened in 1895 that sold coffee, tea, chocolate and other confectionery products. The affairs of the trading establishment were in charge of a gentleman named Johann Jacobs.

Ten years later, thanks to the efforts of the founder of the dynasty, local workers were busy roasting coffee beans, and I must admit, not without success, because they drew attention throughout Germany. And soon the Jacobs Kaffee brand with an icon in the form of a bag of coffee was registered.

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A few words about the Jacobs brand

The history of the Jacobs company begins at the end of the 19th century, when entrepreneur Johann Jacobs from Germany decided to open his own shop with sweets and coffee. Visitors appreciated the grain product most of all, which very soon became very popular. After some time, the entrepreneur expands the scale of his activities and opens a large store on the main street of Bremen.

Thus, at the beginning of the 20th century, the first coffee roasting plant was founded, which was named after Johann Jacobs. A few years later, the Jacobs Kaffee brand was formalized. Since then, the products began to be packaged in branded packaging with the image of a bag filled with coffee beans.

One of the manufacturer’s services was delivery of products to customers’ homes.

During the First World War, the plant was on the verge of closure. Since the sale of coffee beans was prohibited during wartime, Jacobs Kaffee were forced to sell grocery products: sugar, cereals, etc. After the end of the war, coffee products gained popularity again. Then Johann Jacobs, with the support of his talented nephew, revived the enterprise, which began production with redoubled effort. In 1934, the entrepreneur opened a new plant, which at that time employed more than 300 employees.

Since the 60s, Johann Jacobs has handed over the management of the plant to his grandson. The volume of production is growing every year, production is increasing, Jacobs coffee occupies a leading position not only in Germany, but also in other European countries.

Jacobs coffee range

Until 2000, the brand’s products were brought to Russia from Finland, and then a Jacobs coffee production plant was opened near St. Petersburg. Here they make their favorite drink from Arabica and Robusta beans, which are purchased from different countries.

The manufacturer produces two main types of coffee;

• ground;
• soluble.

The plant also produces Tassimo capsules, but bean coffee is practically not produced in Russia. For comparison, in Germany there is a special dedicated line for the production of grain products.

Natural coffe

In our country, Jacobs produces only one type of coffee beans - Monarch classic. In Germany, grain products are the main product. Monarch and Espresso beans are sold in vacuum packages of 1 kg. This is mainly Brazilian Arabica, which differs in the degree of roasting and blending: Monarch is lighter roasted, with light fruity notes, Espresso is darker, with a rich taste.

Jacobs Monarch ground coffee is available in a variety of grinding and roasting options. The crushed product is in greater demand than grains, so the manufacturer gives its consumers the opportunity to choose:

• Jacobs Monarch classic. Asian Robusta and Latin American Arabica combined give a deep, rich taste and aroma.
• Croning. Available in a green vacuum pack. Thanks to the fine grinding, it is possible to brew the drink in a Turk or simply pour boiling water in a cup for 5 minutes.
• Jacobs Monarch for the Turks. A finer grind makes it possible to create a delicious drink with a beautiful foam on the stovetop.
• Jacobs Espresso. Made from deep roasted beans, it is strong and has a rich, rich flavour. A cup of drink will give you vigor and energize you for the whole day.
• Coffee capsules Tassimo. The product was created for coffee machines and is available in several types: Espresso has a rich taste and bitter notes, Crema is soft, with a small amount of caffeine, Latte macciato is with delicate milk foam.

Jacobs instant coffee

The freeze-dried product is produced using an innovative freeze-drying method, resulting in beautiful coffee granules. Instant Jacobs can be recognized by its unchanged glass jars with green labels and lids that screw tightly on, allowing the unique coffee aroma to be preserved. Instant food products are in particular demand due to their rich taste and ease of use.

Popular types of Jacobs instant coffee:

• Jacobs Monarch. Branded taste in crystals, packaged in glass containers with a green lid.
• Jacobs Monarch Intense. The roasting is stronger, resulting in a strong drink with bitter notes.
• Jacobs Monarch Decaf. The classic taste remains, but the caffeine level is reduced. The products will appeal to those who, due to some circumstances, do not drink caffeine.
• Jacobs Gold. The roast is light, the taste is soft and delicate, while the aroma is still rich.
• Jacobs Velor. The product is produced not in crystals, but in powder form. The finished drink has a pleasant thick foam on the surface.
• Jacobs Millicano. The smallest particles of ground coffee are placed into sublimate granules, resulting in ground coffee in instant form. In a few seconds you can prepare an amazing drink with the taste and aroma of natural coffee in a cup. There is usually a small sediment left at the bottom.

• Jacobs 3 in 1. One bag contains coffee powder, sugar, dry cream or milk, and flavoring. Jacobs 3 in 1 coffee, which comes in sticks, is convenient to take with you on trips or to use at work when there is no time or opportunity to prepare a natural drink. The manufacturer offers several flavors of instant sublimate: classic, cappuccino, strong, latte caramel, soft.

3 in 1 sticks can be purchased individually or in large packages.

Capsules for coffee machines

For the well-known Tassimo coffee machines, the manufacturer has established a process for producing special capsules. The modern device is an intelligent system that independently calculates the amount of water and sets the desired temperature in order to prepare the drink.

Tassimo capsule range:

• Jacobs Americano;
• Cappuccino;
• Latte Macchiato;
• Latte Macchiato Caramel;
• Cafe Crema;
• Espresso.

Stamps

The first and so far the only brands on the Russian market that offer millicano are Jacobs Monarch coffee and Carte Noire. The first brand comes from Finland, but is produced at three large enterprises in Russia. The second one comes from France, like Jacobs, has an impressive range and more than 100 years of history.

Jacobs Monarch Millicano coffee occupies the middle price segment of the market. It is made from a mixture of Arabica and Robusta beans using the sublimation method. Sold in metallized packs with a reusable zip lock, glass jars and bags for individual preparation. Jacobs Millicano coffee made a real revolution in the coffee market, gained a lot of positive reviews and gained loyal fans.

Carte Noir Millicano, unlike Jacobs Monarch Millicano, occupies the premium segment of the market and is made from high-quality 100% Arabica beans. This product is even more delicate in taste and aroma, and contains slightly less caffeine. Sold in glass jars, metallized ziplock bags and individual bags for one-time use.

Composition and energy value of Jacobs coffee

The content of active substances, nutritional and energy values ​​vary depending on the specific product. Calorie content of ground Jacobs Monarch coffee (per 100 g) – 201 kcal. Nutritional value in g per 100 g of dry matter:

• proteins – 13.9;
• fats – 14.4;
• carbohydrates – 4.1.

Instant coffee Jacobs Monarch, calorie content and main chemical composition per 100 g:

• proteins – 14.6 g;
• fats – 3.5 g;
• carbohydrates – 0 g;
• energy value – 94 kcal.

Calorie content of coffee beans – 223 kcal, nutritional value:

• proteins – 13.9 g;
• fats – 14.4 g;
• carbohydrates – 15.6 g.

Based on this, the lowest calorie product is the soluble (granulated) version of the product. To prepare a standard serving of the drink, take an average of two teaspoons (about 8 g of granules). As a result, a cup of Jacobs instant coffee will contain 14-15 kcal.

One teaspoon of ground product contains approximately 8-12 kcal, soluble - 4 kcal. A cup of the grain version contains approximately 33 kcal, and a drink made from ground grains contains 30 kcal. Caloric content of Jacobs Millicano coffee is 115.25 kcal/100 g of dry powder.

The main substance in coffee beans is caffeine, which gives a boost of vigor and energy for a long time. But fans of the instant drink often wonder whether this alkaloid is present in it, for which many use the product. The caffeine content in Jacobs Monarch instant coffee is 3.3%. According to generally accepted standards, the percentage of alkaloid in products should not be lower than 2.8%.

How much does Jacobs coffee cost?

Price table for Jacobs instant coffee (in rubles)

Jacobs ground and bean coffee price table (in rubles)

Reviews

Katerina: I bought Karat Noir ground in instant. Honestly, I can’t understand how it can be that there are 2 types of coffee in one granule. So, it dissolves instantly, the aroma is such that you can hear it throughout the entire office, the foam is thick, the color of dark chocolate, even the consistency seemed a little thick to me, as if there was a lot of sediment in the cup. He was indeed at the bottom, but not much. As for the taste, I was pleased. Quite rich, with medium bitterness and sourness, pleasant, but not too strong. I liked it, I drink it without sugar and cream.

Evgeniy: I like Jacobs Millicano better, it’s still stronger, because it has more caffeine. The aroma is pleasant, there is foam, there is no burnt smell. At work I only drink it, but at home I prefer the classic ground one, which I cook in a Turk. Its aroma definitely floats throughout the whole house, and I also like the cooking process itself, I use the right Turk for this, and I buy freshly roasted grains.

Anna: New, new technologies - absolutely nothing special. You could say this is a quick coffee option, almost for camping conditions. Perhaps I am a conservative and do not recognize anything other than freshly ground grains, which make the best drink in Turk. Of course, this is just the beginning and progress does not stand still; soon millicano will give way to something new and it will perhaps satisfy the taste of the most demanding coffee lovers.

Karina: Millicano is better than regular instant, but worse than ground. For those who rely on freeze-dried coffee, this is just a godsend, but lovers of natural espresso from a Turk or a coffee machine will never change it.

How to distinguish from a fake?

The Jacobs brand is known all over the world, so some unscrupulous manufacturers counterfeit popular products, profiting from the trust of customers. Sometimes it is very difficult to distinguish a counterfeit Jacobs from the original, but if you pay attention to some important nuances, the chance of not purchasing a counterfeit increases significantly.

How to distinguish a fake from the original:

1. Price. Branded products cannot be cheap, so if you see a dubious number on the price tag, there will probably be chicory or malt inside the can or bag.
2. Package. The manufacturer uses glass or tin containers to package its products so that the aroma of coffee is preserved for as long as possible. Counterfeiters choose the cheapest packaging for packaging counterfeit coffee, usually made of plastic.
3. Product design. The marking of the original coffee is applied directly to the container. There should be no stickers or additional labels. The manufacturer must indicate the following information: country where the product was produced, original barcode, expiration date.
4. Barcode. It carries important information for the consumer. The first three digits indicate the country of manufacture. It is important to calculate the numbers using a special formula so that the verification number matches.
5. Packaging design. The original packaging fully matches the manufacturer's style. Often, counterfeiters copy the design and apply the company logo, swapping the letters.