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| Thanks to Java Planet for providing these coffee blends in exchange for this post. All thoughts are my own. |
On Christmas morning, after walking the dog, showering and dressing, I head out the door and wander into my good friend's home for brunch. Due to Christmas Eve services, I don't make it back to Maryland for any type of family Christmas function, but this other family has become like family.
They ALWAYS have an abundance of coffee! For about 25 people, it's a necessity. It's also a necessity for me to function throughout Christmas Day, after expending so much energy and adrenaline to make Christmas Eve services successful.
While coffee isn't a daily addiction during normal days; I find those times when I spend lots of energy around people and events, it's a staple.
Coffee carries me through the Advent and Christmas season, as the caffeine helps keep me like the energizer bunny.. and helps me stay warm when it actually does turn cold.
Most of us probably know that farming methods for crops in general contain a lot of unsafe practices. Synthetic fertilizers, pesticides, herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides not only harm the physical product we consume, but also the environment that farmers must live in. In countries that produce the coffee bean, this is extremely more so because of the lack of resources farmers often have to keep their families and workers safe from harmful products.
Java Planet strives to work with organically grown coffee beans; without any of the harmful chemicals used during growth, harvest, and production.
The result of using organic methods creates great beans that are high in antioxidants. Antioxidants help our overall being by working with our bodies to combat against stress, disease, and neurodegenerative disorders.
Arabica beans are grown at higher elevations, resulting in a sweeter flavor rather than the bold flavors of the Robusta bean. These beans have less caffeine content, but provide fuller, richer flavors that are great for small-batch roasting.
Java Planet uses beans that meet the Smithsonian Bird Friendly certification as much as possible. This certification is like the gold-standard of environmental protection for wildlife habitat in coffee bean and cocoa farming. This means that farming practices meet the protections for safe habitats and conservation.
It's time to put the gold standard in your coffee cup this holiday season! If you are going to imbibe in the caffeine goodness, make it a brand that cares about you and the environment.
If you are unsure about Java Planet, test out the Gourmet Coffee Sampler Set. With 6 bags of 6 roasts, this coffee collection contains something everyone in your family will love! Each sampler contains 3.2 oz of whole beans that makes a full 10 cup pot of coffee. Of course, you can always make less, if your family wants to test out different varieties.
The Sampler Set includes:
- Sumatra - Dark Roast Single-Origin
- Espresso - Dark Roast Blend
- Peru - Medium Dark Roast Single-Origin
- Colombian - Medium Dark Roast Single-Origin
- Guatemala - Medium Roast Single-Origin
- Good Morning - Medium Roast Blend
The Sampler Set can be purchased with or without a lovely linen bag. The best part is that this set can be split up into several gifts, if needed! If you know that your coffee loving friends prefer medium, dark, or specific beans from specific countries, then this set is for you!
PS- the Good Morning is perfect for get out the door and go days!
Flavored coffee more your jam? I have three flavor blends that are for you!
- Chocolate Almond Bliss
- South American Medium-Dark Roast with chocolate and Almond
- Cinnamon Vanilla Dream
- South American Medium-Dark Roast with organic cinnamon and vanilla
- CocoHaze
- Medium Dark South American Roast w/ coconut and hazelnut oils
If you have followed me at all over the past few years, you know my sweet tooth loves all things sweet. I love my coffee with bold flavors, like chocolate and almonds, but don't like when either overpowers each other. This blend is divine, rich, and smooth. It doesn't bother my digestive systems, kick up acid reflux, or any of that stuff like other flavored coffee does ( in fact, thats really in part of the arabic bean).
Each of these flavors are perfect for dessert coffees, mid-afternoon pick-me-ups, or holiday light / flotilla viewing! There are a few others that would be perfect for holiday means and seasonal delights, like pumpkin spice and caramel too.
Bring with a pie, a box of truffles, or a lovely goodie that all will love. When crafting your brew, perhaps add some extra sweetness with a hint of cocoa, whipped cream, or a special creamer.
Any of the coffees makes great gifts! Pair with:
- Pastries or Cookies
- Stocking Stuffer
- A Cute Travel Tumbler w/ Sampler Bag
- Cozy Blankets or Socks for those ultra-cold days!
This holiday season, Java Planet is here for all your gift needs! Whether it's your overcaffeinated friend, your spouse, or your holiday gathering, Java Planet's beans are specially crafted for you!
Want it? Get it!
Java Planet's 6- piece Sampler Set is $41.99 on their website and Amazon! Add all your single origin, medium roasts, and flavors to your cart to stay caffeinated before the holidays hit!
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