Egoist coffee beans and ground - range and characteristics

Today we offer a wide selection of premium coffee products from various brands from manufacturers in different countries. German and Italian companies are leaders in terms of coffee quality. Production at these enterprises is characterized by high requirements and standards for the final product. Not long ago, a new coffee brand Egoiste appeared, presenting a whole line of different types of coffee. What makes it stand out and what reviews can you hear about it?

Raw materials and production

The most expensive and rare varieties of coffee beans are used for preparation. They are hand-selected and supply orders are carried out by small farms located in Africa, Indonesia and America. They make deliveries without the participation of intermediaries by direct agreement. The manufacturer's raw materials are elite Arabica varieties and glacial alpine water.

Coffee is made from high quality Arabica beans

The manufacturing technology uses the innovative In-Fi method. The idea is that powdered ground coffee is placed in a crystal (or shell) of instant coffee. Thanks to this, the inside of the “capsule” is not so exposed to external influences. In this way, the manufacturer preserves all the properties of the natural product, its taste, aroma, and protects it from oxidation. This technology also extends the life of the drink: it can be stored much longer without harming the quality.

Egoist coffee assortment

The product line is quite diverse. The company produces the following types of coffee:

• soluble;
• grain;
• ground.

The jars in which Egoist is packaged look expensive, so they can be used as a good present. The gift set is suitable to please relatives, friends or business partners.

Instant coffee of the Egoist brand has gained great popularity. Products in beans and ground powder are losing ground a little, but this is understandable. When in the morning there is no time for lengthy manipulations with the Turk, Egoiste comes to the rescue - coffee that prepares quite quickly. But this results in a drink with an amazing aroma and unique taste, and not water colored brown, as often happens when a product of poor quality is used. Egoist coffee is produced using a unique technology, as a result of which ground coffee is produced into instant coffee.

Egoist Special

Egoiste Special coffee is interesting because each granule contains ground Arabica coffee (at least 20%). The final product has a rich taste and classic aroma of strong espresso, which is why it has won the sympathy of a large number of consumers.

Egoist Very Special

This type is made from high-quality Kenny Arabica beans. The ground coffee shell contains coffee bean powder. The product is distinguished by light citrus notes, sourness and a fruity aftertaste.

Egoist Platinum

Egoiste Platinum – freeze-dried coffee, made from a unique blend of Kenyan and Colombian Arabica beans. Those who love a strong, brutal taste will like it. Instant coffee Egoiste Platinum will surprise you with an aftertaste with notes of flowering tropical trees.

Egoist Extra Original

Contains ground Arabica beans (at least 30%). For production, coffee beans grown in environmentally friendly regions are used. The drink has a rich taste, delicate foam and amazing aroma of brewed espresso.

Egoist Noir

The Noir series is made from coffee beans grown in the highlands and plains of Kenya. The unique combination of bright, multifaceted and rich taste of beans collected from different growing areas makes the drink unique. The taste contains citrus and vanilla notes.

Egoist Espresso

Limited edition product produced at a plant in Germany. Manufacturers use elite Arabica varieties that are deeply roasted. The traditional coffee aroma fades a little into the background, but the result is a strong, rich taste. It is for these qualities that most people love espresso. The taste has a slight bitterness, notes of roasted hazelnuts and the sweetness of exotic fruits are felt.

Top notes

The aroma reveals the most delicate lavender inflorescences with an admixture of neroli. With light introductory chords they envelop their owner, creating around him an airy haze of mountain freshness and coolness. Gradually, jasmine and rosemary shades begin to be heard, which have a bewitching effect, transporting you to an atmosphere of fairy tales and magic.

The top notes of Chanel's Platinum Egoist leave a heartfelt response and form the first impression of the fragrance. Distinguished by their smoothness and regularity, they very delicately present the perfume composition, constructing the basis for its subsequent development.

Spring jasmine attracts attention with its tartness and sweetness, gradually moving into the very heart of the perfume, allowing middle notes to come into play.

Invention of instant coffee

The history of this drink began at the beginning of the 20th century in America. In fact, the idea of ​​​​creating instant coffee belongs to the Japanese-American scientist Satori Kato, who invented the method for producing this product.

But practically it was George Constant Washington, an American entrepreneur and inventor who lived for some time in Guatemala and was engaged in agriculture, who invented the technology for producing instant coffee on an industrial scale. Upon returning to America in 1909, Washington founded his own business and launched Red E Coffee, the first commercially produced instant coffee. Washington's company subsequently became the main supplier of coffee to the American Army during and after World War I. But despite the success of the business, the quality and unpleasant taste of early instant coffee were noted.

More extensive research into creating instant coffee as we know it today began in the 1930s in Brazil, which was (and remains to this day) the world's largest producer and importer of coffee. The problem was that for several years Brazil had been faced with an overproduction of green coffee. After drying and initial processing, millions of bags of coffee beans remained unclaimed, and it was very difficult to store them for a long time. Therefore, the Brazilian government decided to turn to the Swiss leadership with a request to help solve the problem of surplus coffee crops.

Max Morgenthaler, a chemical technologist at Nestlé, was tasked with creating a way to preserve and process coffee beans. After four years of scientific research and practical testing, Nestle decided to stop the experiment and closed the project. But Morgenthaler did not give up, continuing to work on creating a “coffee cube” technology that would withstand long-term storage and turn into a drink after adding hot water, while maintaining the properties of the coffee beans.

In his free time after work, Morgenthaler, purchasing coffee with his own funds, continued to create instant coffee. Two years later, in 1936, Morgenthaler was finally able to capture the aroma of coffee, which had previously been lost during the processing of beans, and transfer it to the final product.

As a result, in 1938, in industrial conditions, soluble coffee powder was first produced, called “Nescafé”, and which subsequently became incredibly popular throughout the world.

History of the Japanese brand of good coffee Bushido and countries of origin

Bushido in Japanese means - Samurai Code of Honor The brand has not only a rich original taste, but also an interesting history. Most consumers, when they see a jar with hieroglyphs, remain confident that the product is made in Japan. Actually this is not true.

The name "Bushido" is translated from Japanese as "Samurai Code of Honor". The brand and idea belong to Japan. In the 1990s, the enterprising Japanese created a flavor that could be prepared quickly, without cooking, but which had the smell of a natural strong drink. The product was liked by consumers.

The partner of the Japanese brand is a company from Switzerland

In the 2000s, manufacturers decided to look for partners in Europe so that the product could enter the global market. As a result of these searches, Switzerland became the main partner of the Bushido brand. Today, it is in this country that the central production of this product has been established. The Japanese considered that the climatic conditions of Switzerland and the approach to production were ideal conditions for producing ideal coffee.

The highlight of the brand is the attractive and unusual packaging design, which was worked on by German specialists. It was they who developed a unique design with hieroglyphs of the land of the rising sun. Thanks to this, most consumers are confident that they are drinking a real Japanese drink.

Today the customer in Russia is. According to her order, the product is manufactured not only in Switzerland, but also in Italy.

Product range

When planning to purchase Egoist Platinum or other types of products, it is advisable to study its range in more detail. The manufacturer produces instant, ground coffee, their mixture, as well as grain raw materials, which allows each connoisseur to choose the best option for himself.

Instant coffee combines the flavor of ground beans

Instant coffee

Soluble Egoist XO, as well as its other varieties, seem to be the most popular among manufactured products, due to the convenience, speed of its preparation, as well as excellent taste. Among the most popular brands of instant coffee Egoiste:

• Special;
• Platinum;
• XO;
• V.C.;
• Private.

Each of them is a unique product with its own distinctive features and advantages.

Special is a popular freeze-dried variety that contains Arabica beans at a concentration of about 20%. It has a bright taste and aroma of ground coffee. Platinum is an equally popular variety, a mixture of Arabica beans from Colombia and Kenya, distinguished by a fruity aftertaste. XO stands for Extra Original, it is distinguished by a high content of ground product (up to 30%), has a bright taste, and forms a persistent foam. VC is a blend of Kenyan varieties that is distinguished by fruity and citrus notes, as well as a pleasant acidity. Privat is an instant coffee made from Kenyan raw materials, distinguished by a delicate taste with honey and chocolate notes.

Hammer-soluble

Having studied the ground instant coffee Egoist, produced under this brand, it is advisable to focus on other types of company products, in particular on grain and ground versions of the product. There are several series of them, which will allow every connoisseur to choose the appropriate type of drink.

Noir Series

One of the most popular varieties of such products is instant coffee Egoiste Noir, which is also available in ground and bean form. It is a unique mixture of different varieties of New Guinea Arabica, growing in the highland and lowland regions of the country. It is distinguished by intense roasting, which allows you to fully reveal the taste of the product. The bitter aftertaste and high caffeine content make this variety the optimal solution for a vigorous start to the day.

Noir coffee series

Espresso Series

Another good variety of Egoiste coffee suitable for morning consumption is Espresso, which is based on a mixture of Guinean Arabica varieties. This product has a fairly strong strength, as well as a pronounced taste, which has made it incredibly popular.

Velvet Series

Velvet series products can be considered a universal solution suitable for preparing various coffee-based drinks. It has a soft, harmonious taste with delicate notes of chocolate, which makes it an excellent choice for making lattes, cappuccinos, and other popular drinks. The medium degree of roasting and low strength make the variety ideal for consumption throughout the day.

Price range

Unlike most instant analogues on the market, Egoiste coffee has a fairly high cost, which is due to the peculiarities of its production. After all, to prepare one kilogram of the finished product, up to 4 kg of raw materials will be required, which is much more than what is required by the standards.

The cost of one kilogram of this brand of cereal product is about 910 rubles, and a 100-gram package of a ground analogue is 380 rubles. The average cost of different series and varieties of coffee from a particular manufacturer can vary from 142 to 640 rubles, depending on the name.

Such prices, as well as the non-standard manufacturing process, allow us to classify this product as a premium segment, which is confirmed by numerous reviews of coffee lovers who report the unique taste of Egoiste.

The history of Egoiste brand products began relatively recently, but thanks to innovative production technologies, unique mixtures and the highest quality, it quickly gained a leading position in the market. There are many varieties in the assortment, which makes choosing the right drink much easier.

Range

The company mainly offers Egoiste instant coffee, but also ground and bean coffee. In general, you will definitely find your format. Banks look presentable and stylish, which is why they are often bought as gifts.

Soluble-ground

To produce these types of Egoist coffee, the Swiss plant used the In-Fi method - ground coffee in instant. Placing finely ground grains inside the crystals prevents oxidation and preserves taste and aromatic properties. It cooks in half a minute, has a bright smell and taste, and the grounds remain at the bottom of the cup.

• XO, Extra Original – bold coffee (30%) in instant. This is a high-quality Grand Cru Arabica with a ripe berry flavor. The manufacturer promises an indescribable taste sensation. According to consumers, the product is really good, without bitterness or sourness, dissolves quickly, is quite rich and bright.
• VS, Very Special – made from Arabica (Kenya), also contains crushed roasted beans (30%) and is manufactured at the factory. The taste is somewhat softer, but at the same time quite intense, you can feel raspberry and blackberry tones, and the smell of a natural drink.
• Special – contains 20% Premium Arabica beans, which precipitate during brewing, giving a persistent aroma. The taste is noted as quite interesting, with light fruity and smoky notes. It is also available in a box of 2 gram sticks so that you can take them with you and make yourself a cup of your favorite drink at any time.

Soluble

For the following drinks, freeze-drying technology is used, the most widespread today. The result is beautiful crystals that are almost undamaged during transportation, but dissolve quite quickly in the cup. Made in Switzerland.

• Platinum is freeze-dried and contains a proprietary blend of Veracruz, which is also used to make Bushido coffee, and Arabica from Colombia, which adds a slight flavor of tropical fruits and flowering trees. It is considered strong, strong, with a “masculine character”.
• Private is a blend of Veracruz and Kenyan Arabica beans. Quite soft, with a strong aroma, in which light notes of flowers are discernible, which are characteristic of grains from Kenya. Delicate, velvety, enveloping taste with honey and chocolate shades.

Noir series – grain, ground, instant

This is coffee made in Germany. A blend of Arabica from Kenya, collected in the highlands and plains. Grains from the plains have a brighter, multifaceted aroma, while high-mountain Arabica gives a recognizable rich taste. The taste is slightly citrusy, with a slight sourness; the aroma contains notes of blood orange and a little vanilla.

Espresso series – grain and bold

The manufacturer does not write anything about it on its website, but this product can be found in stores. Arabica beans from Papua New Guinea are darker (Viennese) roasted, due to which the aroma is slightly lost, but the drink becomes really strong, intense and slightly bitter, exactly the way espresso should be. The taste reveals roasted nuts and the ripeness of sweet fruits, and the aroma contains notes of hazelnuts. Manufactured in Germany.

Velvet Series – grain and bold

Sold in bright, eye-catching purple packaging, 100% natural. The composition includes Arabica from Papua New Guinea and Ethiopian plantations. The taste is deep, rich, there are notes of red wine, a light aftertaste of ripe tropical fruits.

Manufactured in a factory in Germany

The taste is deep, rich, there are notes of red wine, a light aftertaste of ripe tropical fruits. Manufactured at a factory in Germany.

Not all manufactured products are listed on the manufacturer’s website; there are many more of them in stores, so if you come across something different, it’s probably a new line, and you shouldn’t be surprised.

Capsule

These are original blends from Italian masters. All mixtures are different in strength and aroma. But they have the properties of freshly roasted beans.

• Tart flavors, rich aromas, with lots of caffeine Espresso. This is a blend of Oro Negro. The drinks taste of fruit and chocolate. Finely ground Arabica. The raw materials are processed using the wet method and fried by hand. The beans are roasted using oak wood.
• With orange zest, chocolate and nut flavor Special. This is a blend of Cielo Arabicas from Brazil and Tanzania. Due to the roasting of beans using orange wood, notes of citrus are heard in coffee drinks.
• Terciopelo Velvet blends have fruity and floral aromatic notes. And also the taste of dried cherries with vanilla and chocolate. Ethiopian Arabica beans are roasted using cherry wood.

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Product line

Bean coffee Egoist (Noir, Espresso, Velvet)

The range in the field of coffee beans is achieved by mixing Arabica varieties from different regions of the world. The following varieties are available:

• Egoist espresso. It is considered a classic coffee for the brand. Roasting is carried out using the “Viennese” technology, and the Arabica beans themselves are delivered from Ethiopia and Colombia. The drink acquires a noticeable bitterness in taste with hints of chocolate and almonds. And the aroma has nutty notes.
• Egoist Noir. It has gained popularity due to its delicate taste with notes of fruit and a rich variety of aromas. This type has been produced not so long ago, but even during this time it has become widely known in amateur circles. Coffee is perfect both as a stand-alone drink and as an additional ingredient.
• Selfish Velvet. It is considered one of the most expensive products in the range. And this is not surprising, because during production an unusual hot air frying technology is used. Due to this, the drink acquires a taste with wine notes, and is then replaced by a pleasant fruity aftertaste.

Coffee beans have a unique aroma

Types of ground coffee

Ground coffee comes in two forms:

• This type is popular for its two forms of production - medium and fine grinding. The first of them is intended for preparation in a coffee machine, and the second can be easily brewed in a cup or boiled in a Turk. The drink itself is characterized by a soft chocolate taste and a light aroma of a fruit mixture.
• A classic version of ground coffee, which is only available in medium grind form. That is why it is recommended for preparation in coffee makers. The drink turns out thick and rich with the aroma of nuts and almond-chocolate taste.

Ground coffee has a chocolate flavor

Types of instant coffee Egoist

The range of instant coffee of this brand is considered the most popular among customers. This option is great for coffee lovers who love natural taste, but don't have enough time to prepare a drink in the traditional style. Coffee crystals dissolve quickly and no sediment remains at the bottom of the mug. The taste of the drink is as close as possible to natural custard. Instant coffee is available in the following range:

• Special. The most popular option for freeze-dried coffee. On average it contains 20% ground Arabica. The drink has a unique taste and aroma that resembles natural ground coffee.
• Platinum. The composition includes Kenyan and Colombian Arabica. The coffee itself is characterized by floral notes in the aroma and chocolate-almond taste. And after taking it, a pleasant fruity aftertaste remains.
• Private Quite a young look in the range, which is gaining great popularity. The finished drink combines several notes of flavors: honey, fruit and chocolate. And the coffee itself stands out for its tenderness and sophistication. Coffee is suitable for gourmets who do not particularly prefer sharp and rich drinks.
• Very Special. Made from Kenyan Arabica beans. After consumption, it leaves not only a fruity aftertaste, but also the aroma of citrus zest, as well as a pleasant sourness. It is considered an expensive drink, but the taste and other quality indicators justify the price issue.
• Egoist extra Original. Its granules contain more than 30% ground Arabica. Thanks to this, the taste becomes even richer and brighter, and a pleasant-tasting foam serves as an addition. The production uses grains from environmentally friendly areas.

Instant coffee consists of multi-colored granules

Reviews

Margarita: Excellent freeze-dried specialty coffee. The only thing I'm not happy with is the price - it's very expensive for 100 grams. The lid is also not very convenient, although it makes the jar look very unusual. This variety can be compared to the famous Bushido, it seems to me. Even if you put a larger portion into a cup than you should, the taste will not be bitter or sour.

Olga: I purchased Egoist in Espresso beans. Doesn't justify its price, too much bitterness. Not bad just with milk.

Valeria: Extra Original is my drink. The taste is unique, unlike any other I have ever tried. There is natural sweetness, bitterness, and such a wonderful aroma...

Matvey: Not bad coffee, German quality and price are justified, it brews quickly, like instant coffee, and the taste is very similar to ground coffee, even sediment remains in the cup. I like.

Rules for preparing the drink

The manufacturer recommends brewing the drink in a Turk. It is advisable to take the right tool with a wide bottom and a narrow neck in order to get a dense and thick foam.

To make coffee you will need:

1. 2 tsp coffee beans.
2. 100 ml liquid.
3. Sugar and cream.

It is recommended to brew the drink in a Turk.

Pour powder, sugar into the Turk, pour fresh water. Place the container on the fire.

When the liquid begins to rise, turn off the heat, but turn it back on after the foam has reduced. This is done 3 times so that the product fully reveals its taste.

Milk coffee

This coffee has a pleasant and soft aftertaste thanks to mixing the bitter drink with rich milk.

The following will be useful for him:

1. 1 tsp finely ground coffee.
2. 100 ml milk.

First, the milk is heated on the stove, and then poured into a Turk.

It will take no more than 10 minutes to cook.

Range

All types of products are premium and therefore expensive. Although reviews from domestic buyers do not note the properties of good Arabica beans in the grain and ground product. The answer to the question of which coffee is better is always instant coffee.

Egoist in grains

The assortment of bean coffee is represented by blended Arabica varieties from different regions of the world.

Coffee Producer Black Card

• Egoist espresso is a blend of Guinean Arabica coffee of the highest quality. This is strong coffee in a foil pack with a valve.
• Egoist Noir is a blend of Kenyan Arabica beans collected in the highlands and lowlands. Medium roast, soft taste with chocolate notes.
• Egoist Noir is a New Guinea Arabica with a pronounced bitterness. Noir coffee beans have a high strength due to dark roasting.

Noir has the most delicate taste; it is good as a stand-alone drink without the addition of other ingredients. Espresso has a universal purpose and can be used as the basis for other coffee drinks. To cheer up quickly and for a long time, Noir is suitable.

Coffee beans are sold in foil bags of 250 and 1000 grams

Egoist ground

Ground coffee Egoist is available in two types:

• Egoist Noir.
• Egoist espresso.

Both products have a universal grind, so they can be used both for making coffee in a Turk, a cup, and in a coffee machine.

Egoist instant

Instant coffee egoist is presented in the following assortment:

Ground coffee is sold in foil bags of 250 grams

• Special is the most popular freeze-dried coffee with ground Arabica particles inside. On average, there is about 20% ground Arabica in this product. It has a unique taste and aroma identical to high-quality ground coffee.
• Platinum – sublimated, made from blends of Colombian and Kenyan Arabica beans, the taste contains fruity notes;
• XO (egoist extra original) - its granules contain more than 30% ground Arabica, has an even brighter taste, aroma and rich foam, made from beans from environmentally friendly regions;
• VC (very special) - also distinguished by a high content of ground beans in instant granules, made from aromatic Kenyan Arabica varieties, which, in addition to a fruity aftertaste, leave the aroma of citrus zest and pleasant sourness;
• Privat - presented as a blend of Kenyan Arabica coffee; the finished drink contains fruity, honey and chocolate notes at the same time; this is a delicate and refined drink for gourmets.

The best types of instant coffee Egoist are breaking all popularity records. The finished drink exhibits a high density of taste and aroma, thickness and a long aftertaste, which products made from ground grains cannot always boast of.

This is a product that is worth the money and confirms the high customer ratings

Brand Description

The young German-Swiss coffee brand Egoist recently appeared on the Russian market. His unique product - freeze-dried coffee granules containing ground Arabica coffee - has conquered the tastes of many gourmets. In addition, the range includes several types of ground and grain products.

The manufacturer guarantees the high quality of its products, as it controls each technological stage independently. The factories roast, grind and package all types of products. The raw materials are South American and Kenyan Arabica, as well as Brazilian and Indonesian Robusta.

Initially, all products were aimed at the Japanese buyer who loves good instant coffee. That is why the brand’s specialists patented a new In-Fi technology, which allows finely ground Arabica beans to be sealed in instant coffee granules. The result of the work was an instant product rich in aromatic and taste properties. Today, the company's products are sold in Germany, Switzerland, France, Russia and other countries.

Top best tasting ground Egoiste

Freeze-dried coffee is primarily suitable for brewing in a cup. For those who prefer a brewed drink, using a classic Turk, French press or coffee machine for these purposes, we offer ground “Egoist”, the best brands of which are listed below.

Noir ground

Price – 173 rub. per 100 g

And again, Arabica from the same popular German manufacturer, sold in soft vacuum packaging. The degree of grinding and roasting of the raw materials is average, the taste is very soft, caramel with a very unobtrusive pleasant sourness. Its velvety quality will be appreciated by both ordinary lovers and true gourmets.

Pros and cons: delicious coffee without specific bitterness; 100% natural composition; packaging volume; versatility - suitable for many types of coffee makers, AeroPress and even for brewing in a cup; price. not the highest intensity of taste; strength below average.

Espresso ground

Price – 176 rub. per 100 g

And again “Egoist” from a German manufacturer, for the production of which several elite Arabica varieties from Guinean plantations were used. Premium products without GMOs and finely ground chemical additives, ideal for cooking in a Turk. Packaging – soft (flow-pack). Coffee is stored in it for 2 years.

Pros and cons: delicious natural coffee; brews quickly in a Turkish coffee pot; mild taste; invigorates for several hours; price tag; not the highest strength.

Velvet Ground Pack ground

Price – 193 rub. per 100 g

And again, German Arabica coffee, medium roast and the same grind. The drink is notable for its unusual taste with pronounced wine and fruit notes, as well as the most delicate processing, thanks to which the manufacturer managed to preserve the unique taste and aroma of the raw materials. The packaging is soft with an internal foil coating that improves preservation.

Pros and cons: medium-strength coffee with bright sweet notes of fruit and vanilla; natural composition; reliable packaging; cost. Some may find it a bit weak.

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Types of coffee "Egoist"

The brand’s assortment includes all types of coffee: beans and ground from German and Swiss production, freeze-dried and prepared using In-Fi technology from Switzerland, and capsules produced in a small Italian factory on the outskirts of Rome.

Egoiste in grains

Espresso. A mix of Ethiopian and Colombian Arabica beans. Coffee beans are Viennese roasted, giving the beans a dark golden color. And the drink has a noticeable bitterness in its taste. The aroma of “Espresso” has nutty notes, and the taste has shades of chocolate and almonds.

Noir. A blend of Arabica beans from Kenya and Papua New Guinea. Washed grains are used: immediately after harvesting, the pulp is removed, and the grains, with a layer of protein-rich, water-insoluble substance, undergo a fermentation process and are washed in large quantities of water. During washing, some substances and minerals are lost, but the grains become more aromatic, and a pronounced sourness appears in the taste. The variety is characterized by a soft taste and a rich palette of aroma with fruity notes.

Velvet. A blend of Arabica beans from Ethiopia and Papua New Guinea. The beans are roasted with hot air using the Hot Air Flows method. This variety is characterized by a rich taste with wine notes and a soft fruity aftertaste.

Egoiste ground

Espresso. A mix of medium-ground Ethiopian and Colombian Arabica coffees is recommended for preparation in a coffee maker or cezve. A thick, rich drink with a bright nutty aroma and harmonious taste with chocolate and almond undertones.

Noir. A mixture of light roasted Kenyan and Guinean Arabica beans is sold in two types - medium and fine grinding. The medium one is intended for preparation in a coffee machine and in a cezve, and finely ground coffee can be brewed even in a cup. The drink is characterized by fruity aroma notes and a soft taste with chocolate aftertaste tones.

Velvet. A blend of fine and medium grind Ethiopian and Guinean Arabica beans is used to make coffee using all known methods. The grape-flavored drink has a mild taste with wine notes and a fruity aftertaste.

Soluble freeze-dried Egoiste

Instant coffee of this brand is more popular than other types. It is loved by coffee lovers who enjoy the natural taste but lack the time or inclination to prepare brewed coffee the traditional way. Freeze-dried coffee crystals with ground Arabica coffee inside quickly dissolve, but leave sediment at the bottom of the cup, which makes the drink as close as possible to brewed coffee and preserves the taste and aroma of natural coffee.

Very similar to the French classification of Extra Old cognac, but the abbreviation stands for differently - Extra Original. The Kenyan Arabica drink has an intense taste with nutty and chocolate tones, a high level of caffeine and a bright aroma with notes of almond and cocoa.

Very Special is created from Tanzanian Arabica beans grown on the slopes of Kilimanjaro. This brand of coffee has a pleasant aroma with citrus notes and a soft taste with a slight orange sourness.

Special. A blend of several varieties of Kenyan Arabica coffee with a characteristic nutty-chocolate flavor and smoky aftertaste. The aroma of the drink has chocolate notes.

Private. A mix of Arabica varieties from Kenya with subtle floral notes of aroma, honey-fruity taste and a pleasant chocolate aftertaste.

Platinum. A mixture of Kenyan and Colombian Arabica coffee with floral notes in the aroma, chocolate-almond taste and a light fruity aftertaste.

Egoiste in capsules

The collection consists of signature blends by Italian masters; the blends vary in strength and aroma, but retain all the properties of freshly roasted coffee. The capsules are compatible with Nespresso coffee machines.

Espresso. A blend of Oro Negro from finely ground Arabica beans from Tanzania, Uganda and Brazil. After wet processing, the beans are roasted manually over oak wood. A strong drink with a high level of caffeine, a slightly tart taste and rich aroma with notes of fruit and chocolate.

Special. Cielo blend of medium-ground Brazilian and Tanzanian Arabica beans. The beans are washed and sun-dried and roasted by hand over orange wood. The aroma of the drink has citrus notes, and the chocolate-nut taste with bitterness has a hint of orange zest.

Velvet. Terciopelo blend of Ethiopian Arabica varieties. After wet processing, the beans are roasted manually over cherry wood. Coffee with a floral and fruity aroma and harmonious taste with hints of dried cherries, vanilla and chocolate.

Author of the article: Natalya Potaenko, researcher and coffee connoisseur

What to buy?

As in choosing any product, the emphasis is on the preferences of the buyer himself. If the requirements for a drink are: the presence of a pleasant aroma, a mild aftertaste, as well as easy compatibility with other ingredients, a reasonable solution would be to purchase various types of “Egoist Espresso” or “Egoist Noir Coffee Beans”. For connoisseurs of a tart and invigorating taste that tones the body and spirit, “Noir” coffee or the “Velvet”, “Ho” group are better suited.

Another feature is that this brand has coffee varieties that do not require long brewing or long preparation. These include: “Extra Original”, “Velvet”, “Egoist Espresso” “Privat”, or the most common “Special”.

How to choose quality coffee

High-quality instant coffee can taste virtually no different from grain coffee, especially when properly prepared.

However, there are several characteristics that you should pay attention to in order to purchase good freeze-dried coffee:

There are three types of instant coffee: consisting only of Arabica, a mixture of Arabica and Robusta, or Robusta beans. The first option is the most expensive, and the last is the cheapest. However, the quality of the product depends not only on what percentage of the grains were used, but also where they were collected. For those who love strong, aromatic coffee, the best option is a drink with 100% Arabica or a robusta mixture, but strongly roasted; emulsified, powdered coffee costs less than granulated coffee. For coffee gourmets, granulated coffee without dust and powder in packaging is suitable. Granulated coffee is made by soaking beans in a special solution. High-quality granules must have a porous surface; the percentage of caffeine content is not always indicated on the packaging - this is due to the fact that such a requirement was not presented to the manufacturer at the legislative level. However, for the drink to be truly tasty, a caffeine content of at least 4 percent is recommended; packaging is of utmost importance. A glass jar is the most popular option, but soft zip-lock bags are also used. According to the rules, a high quality product is always packaged in glass jars

When choosing coffee, you should pay attention to the condition of the can - there should be no visible chips or cracks on it.

By paying attention to several characteristics: type of packaging, type of grinding of beans, percentage of caffeine, you can choose a high-quality, natural drink. In addition, you should pay attention to the price - it is not necessary to choose the most expensive coffee, but the price - 100 rubles per glass jar should alert the buyer