Almost every one of us saw on domestic television an advertisement for coffee with the slogan “Black card - you will be happy!”. This consumer product is very popular, and, in general, the reviews about Black Card coffee beans are very positive.
This product appeared on the Russian market about ten years ago. Its varieties include a mixture of South American and Brazilian elite Arabica. Coffee beans "Black Card" is a Russian brand, do not confuse it with the coffee brand Carte Noire (from French - "Black Card").
Manufacturer
This product is manufactured by the Odintsovo factory “Golden Domes” (the city of Odintsovo is located in the Moscow region). The factory specializes in the production of food products and produces both ground and bulk freeze-dried goods. For example, coffee beans "Black Card Gold" is roasted on the spot. And due to this, inexpensive high-quality goods fall into Russian stores, the cost of which barely exceeds two hundred rubles per package or jar. If you take the goods per kilogram, then the price of Black Card coffee is quite acceptable for the average Russian. Following the successful sales of the classic version, Golden Domes CJSC decided to produce the mixture in crystals. So there was instant Russian coffee of this brand.
Coffee beans "Black Card": reviews
As many coffee drink lovers respond, the Black Card is worthy of all praise. Of course, reviews about Black Card coffee beans are not always positive, but most buyers have a good opinion about this product. Although this product goes to the level of world standards, sometimes claims arise regarding packaging or quality on the part of domestic buyers.
The Black Card coffee beans (250 g) deserve special praise from the Russian public - oddly enough, some even use it to treat colds and say that the effect is simply unbelievable if you add a little honey to the drink. Customers especially liked this coffee made in a ceramic Turk with the addition of spices such as cardamom, turmeric or cinnamon. As some zealous housewives respond, a sleeping coffee grounds turns into an effective facial scrub.
Remarks
Despite the fact that this product was once awarded the “Product of the Year” mark, people increasingly notice the shortcomings of roasting grains. Even brewing in a ceramic Turk does not compensate for the unevenness of frying: the aroma is dull, the taste is rather unattractive, it gives out to burnt ones. A sharp burnt odor indicates overcooking of individual grains.
Composition and varieties
This brand is presented in the following types:
- Latin American arabica (blend);
- for brewing in cezve;
- italian espresso.
If you believe the label, then the composition of the Black Card coffee, the price of which is quite affordable, includes only natural premium arabica. Soluble freeze-dried analogue includes safe additives.
Coffee lover's paradise
If you are a man of speed, you just have no time to brew Black Card coffee beans. Reviews of coffee lovers say that although a grain drink is tastier than soluble, practicality still takes its toll, and you have to turn to a more convenient morning option.
The types of instant coffee are as follows:
1. "Gold" - differs in golden frying, it is packed in glass jars, bags with fasteners and disposable sticks.
2. "Premium" - this type is made from South American arabica, has a restrained saturation (packed in glass jars and foil bags).
3. "Exclusive Brazil" - instant coffee originally from Brazil, has a strong taste (available in glass containers and bags on a clasp).
4. "Collection" - a miracle of Colombian Arabica (realized in glass containers).
Types of ground coffee:
- Arabica 100%;
- Turkish coffee (finely ground);
- specially designed for the Turks;
- Premium Gift Wrapping;
- a mixture of freeze-dried and ground;
- for brewing in a cup.
Brand disappointment
It turns out that, according to the manufacturer, in addition to instant coffee, there is also a variety of ground coffee “Black Card” - it can be brewed directly in a cup, you just need to fill the powder with water and wait a couple of minutes before making the drink. However, the advertised method did not find a response among coffee lovers, PR failed instantly when numerous consumers reported that the technology was not worth the candle. According to those who have tried this creation, even after ten minutes, the coffee grounds do not settle completely and, getting on the tongue, causes only disgust.
However, do not rush to send the goods to the trash. It will turn out to taste good if you cook it in a Turk or a coffee maker. What coffee manufacturers can’t come up with to draw attention to their product!
Comments by coffee lovers
There is a rather mixed picture when studying the advantages and disadvantages of the “black card” brand. On the one hand, rapturous customer reviews pour on an affordable price and a divine aroma, taste with a slight sourness. Someone speaks completely neutral, saying that the product simply did not live up to expectations, but there isn’t much disappointment, since they didn’t put anything at stake, so this is a pun. The brand is also subjected to terrifying criticism, there are angry statements and rather unpleasant expressions about the product. Perhaps they came across a bad party or a fake, who knows. But the advantages of this coffee is still enough.
Coffee recipes
Autumn is a time of dreams, cozy gatherings with friends and, of course, coffee evenings, when all you want to do is just enjoy the aroma of coffee and, standing by the window, observe a bewitching and slightly sad picture of a withering autumn. You can choose from two autumn recipes with Black Card coffee. There is nothing nicer than sitting down with a cup of a sweet drink and dreaming. Life is an easel, and the hands are in our hands. Let's brighten up November 2017 with a cup of coffee!
Spiced Pumpkin Latte
The same case when home coffee is much tastier than in coffee houses. This is just a cure for depression # 1 in the fall of November 2017! City dwellers have appreciated this magnificent palette of tastes.
The calculation for two servings:
- "Black card. In grains ”- 3 tbsp. l
- Water - 300 ml.
- Milk - 400 ml.
- Sugar - 2 tbsp. l
- Vanillin - 2 tbsp. l
- Cinnamon - 1/3 Art. l
- Black pepper - 1/3 tbsp. l
- Cardamom - 1/4 Art. l
- Pumpkin zest - 2 tbsp. l
- Whipped cream (to taste)
For cooking, finely grate the pulp of a pumpkin and put in a container with spices and water in a small amount. Cook over low heat, stirring until tender. Then add sugar and mix. While coffee is brewing, milk is heated in another container. After cooking, add vanillin to milk and beat with a mixer.
Coffee is bottled in two-thirds, then milk and a spiced pumpkin mixture are added. You can decorate with cream.
Coffee "Honey Bee"
Dampness and slush can only be defeated by the taste of sunny summer honey! This recipe will bring you pleasant memories of warm days and give you relaxation.
Two portions:
- "Black card. Ground. For brewing in a cup ”- 3 spoons.
- Water - 300 ml.
- Honey -1 tbsp. l
- Milk - 400 ml.
- To taste - nutmeg.
Take your favorite mug, distribute honey along its bottom with a spoon, add coffee and pour boiling water. Shuffle. Heat the milk and whisk it with a whisk until bubbles. Add to the coffee drink, and then sprinkle with nutmeg.
Have a nice coffee!