After writing an article a few months ago about the new gentle coffees, I set out on a mission to find one of these products to try. Finally, after a month of looking, there is was right there on the shelf between the Starbucks and Maxwell House at the local Tom Thumb. It was Folgers Simply Smooth. I've been drinking this coffee for the last month out of my Starbucks mug and have really enjoyed it.
How Does It Taste?
I consider myself well-versed on coffee. I've probably tried everything at least once including Jamaican Blue Mountain Coffee. I prefer Arabica beans to the Robusta beans; however, I enjoy both. I would most likely be able to tell you at least the country where the bean was grown if given a taste test.
So, the taste of Simply Smooth was exactly what I expected. It tastes just like the original Folgers. To be clear, long before Starbucks, I consumed mass quantities of Folgers, and I do enjoy the flavor. Having said that, I prefer a darker roast and an Arabica bean. Folgers does offer some darker roasts like the Coffeehouse Series, which include Arabica beans. I'm hoping that Simply Smooth will be a success for Folgers, and they will offer these other flavors in Stomach-Friendly versions.
Does It Work?
It is definitely much less acidic than regular coffee regardless of which brand you choose. I know from experience that not all beans are created equally anyway when it comes to acidity. Specifically, the smaller beans (like some of the Asian Coffees) seem to upset my stomach more than the larger beans (like most South American varieties). I can definitely notice the difference when I switch to a regular coffee after drinking the Simply Smooth for a few days.
Recommended
I recommend Folgers Simply Smooth to anyone who enjoys the taste and effect of coffee but can't stomach the acid.
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