It may not have the loftiest reputation among coffee snobs, but good old instant has come a long way. There are now a wide range of options to choose from, including rich everyday blends, single-origin, premium instant and espresso-style options.

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Coffee brands don't have a standardised system for rating strength, but understanding typical types and terms should help you navigate the aisles successfully. Our expert tried out five Colombian instant coffees (this is the most popular regional type) and was pleasantly surprised. In fact, Giles said these coffees were 'a leap ahead' from the plainer, everyday instants and the gold blend range. Terms such as ‘rich’, ‘smooth’, ‘balanced’ and ‘golden’ simply give an indication of the style of coffee. The level of roast (ranging from light to dark) is important to consider as this affects the coffee’s flavour profile.

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Millicano Barista-Edition offers a bold Americano, with a rounded, heart-warming taste and a rich, welcoming aroma with a smooth and balanced finish. Finish: smooth and balanced with a blend of freeze dried instant coffee and roast and ground coffee. All you need for an uplifting and delicious white cup of coffee in seconds – wherever and whenever you fancy! Pour the content of 1 sachet into a cup, Add 200ml of hot - not boiling - water...​ White Flavourful Ready-in-seconds Enjoy a coffee-shop inspired latte you can make yourself in an instant. Just bring our two quality ingredients together by pouring the rich espresso into the milky froth and see the magic swirl...​ Creamy Velvety Coffee-shop style Ready-in-seconds

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Decaf coffees are handy if you’re someone who enjoys a coffee but would rather avoid the caffeine buzz that comes with it – or need an after-dinner option that won’t cause sleepless nights.

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Crafted with 100 years of coffee expertise, Kenco Gold Indulgence uses the perfect blend of medium and dark roasted, high quality beans... Velvety Aromatic Centenary blend

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A medium roast will typically be lighter and smoother-tasting compared to a heavier 'continental' or Italian roast. High roasts should not be burned, although you'll notice some high roast beans do look darker in colour. This is the essential oils escaping to the surface of the bean. This deliciously intense, medium- to-dark instant coffee roast blend is made using only the finest, carefully sourced beans. Expertly crafted for an unmistakably rich, full-bodied...​​ Rich Full-bodied Ready-in-seconds We tried: Douwe Egberts Pure Gold Coffee, M&S Fairtrade Gold Instant Coffee, Tesco Gold Instant Coffee, Waitrose Gold Roast Instant Coffee, Nescafé Gold Blend Coffee While some people are obsessed with coffee - and have all the fancy kit to prove it - others just crave a good brew without the fuss. That's where instant coffee comes in.If you fancy a step up from everyday instant, a pricier gold coffee blend could be the way to go. These coffees tend to be more stylish, richer and sometimes stronger in taste. But although you'll have to pay more for a taste of these coffees, which are a blend of instant and ground coffee, it's worth considering the trade-up if you're after a high-end home brew. Single-origin coffee comes from one specific region and has a distinct flavour unique to the area it’s grown in. That flavour can be influenced by various factors such as soil, climate and altitude. Made with 100% single original Colombian beans, this balanced medium roast brings subtle floral aromas and a fruity top note for a taste of simple perfection.​ Single origin Medium roast Fruity

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Our Plant Based Almond Latte brings you an irresistible alternative to dairy, ready in an instant. Expertly blended for that indulgent, coffee-shop style taste and quality....​​ Plant-based Nutty Low fat Low sugar

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Enjoy a delicious blend of decaffeinated instant coffee and finely milled whole beans. All the bold flavours and unmistakably rich aromas you’d expect from a cup of freshly brewed coffee ... Barista-style Warm roast Ready-in-seconds Decaff Enjoy all the bold flavours and warm, roasty aromas you’d expect from a freshly brewed cup, with this deliciously uplifting blend of instant coffee and finely milled arabica whole beans. Our coffee expert was impressed by this corner of the coffee aisle, describing the microgrounds as ‘a great creation. The blend works very well, increasing the coffee character and flavours. The fineness of the ground coffee prevents any gritty effect, and they all brew easily and cleanly'. They’re the same Millicano coffee, we have just added the widely knownterm “Americano” as part of our overall new look and feel to celebrate the