Summary of Reddit Comments on "continental coffee"

Opinions on Continental Coffee

Instant coffee is instant coffee is instant coffee according to one user. Continental is worse than Nescafe as per their opinion.
Continental Xtra is recommended as the best tasting variant by another user.
Continental Speciale is mentioned to be the same as 100% pure coffee.
Nescafe Gold Origins Alta Rica and Davidoff are suggested as better options over Continental or Nescafe.
One user points out that Continental and Nescafe are both trash.
Despite some shortcomings, one user prefers Continental due to its taste predictability and accessibility in Chennai.

Pros and Cons of Continental Coffee

Pros

It is cheap and provides a fairly consistent grind size.
New freeze-dried variants are cheaper and comparable to premium brands like Nescafe.
It offers predictable taste and is suitable for making SIFC coffee.

Cons

Aroma is not as good as Tata, which gives a better aroma right out of the package.
The taste is slightly inferior to Tata, possibly due to the aroma affecting perception.
The grind size is slightly coarser than alternatives, leading to quicker decoction but potentially less extracted flavors.
Some users find that Continental offers less value compared to alternatives like Tata or Davidoff.

Other Recommendations and Insights

One user suggests considering Davidoff as an alternative to Continental.
A user mentions that none of the listed products are on par except for Continental Xtra.
Davidoff is hailed as a better option by several users if budget permits.
The premixed hazelnut variant of Continental is not recommended by a user.
User experiences with the taste of coffee variants vary, with preferences for Nescafe and Davidoff over Continental.
Colombian coffee is suggested as an alternative within a similar price range.

Additional Comments

Users discuss varied topics beyond continental coffee, such as D&D gaming groups and European references.
Some playful and off-topic comments are made regarding coffee stains, dental care, and European culture.
A link to an engine coffee table on Etsy is shared.
The thread includes deleted comments and discussions on iced coffee.

This summary provides insights into various users' experiences, preferences, and opinions relating to Continental Coffee and alternative brands like Nescafe and Davidoff, focusing on taste, pricing, aroma, and grind consistency.