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Rockin’ Coffee Review & Giveaway

November 7, 2011 by Faith 72 Comments

My sister was always sneaking coffee when she was a kid.  My mom would never let us have it growing up (not sure if it’s true or not, but she always threatened that it would stunt our growth!), which was fine with me since I didn’t like it in the slightest.  My sister on the other hand was a little junkie for it, stealing sips or even swigs whenever she could.

Rockin’ Coffee with Vegan, Gluten-Free Hazelnut Cookies

Even as a teenager when coffee was no longer forbidden I still didn’t care much for it.  (But I did enjoy chocolate covered coffee beans…they were only sold at one particular coffee house and I stalked it weekly for my fix.)  I started drinking coffee during law school out of necessity more than anything else, but eventually I started to like it.  After law school I starting enjoying coffee as an occasional treat instead of fuel, and developed a real appreciation for its flavor.

At this point, there are few things in life that I enjoy more than a good cup of coffee and I love finding new brands that make a fantastic brew, which is why I was excited to recently have the chance to try Rockin’ Coffee’s coffee.

I heart the Rockin’ Coffee logo! 

After checking out their website, I was impressed to see how deep their passion is for what they do.  According to their site, “Roastmeister Peter Friedland…shared how his passion for fresh roasted, organic, free trade Arabica coffee was having a global impact – improving the lives of farmers half the world away, protecting the rainforests and creating jobs locally while serving up an unforgettable, mouth-watering treat for the senses, totally free of additives and pesticides.

Rockin’ Coffee’s custom-roasted artisanal blends combine the highest quality fair trade Arabica coffee beans cultivated using organic, environmentally sustainable methods.  Rockin’ Coffee chose the high-altitude, shade-loving Arabica beans, because they mature more slowly allowing them to develop a more intense and sensuous flavor, far surpassing that of its sun-loving coffee cousins grown at lower altitudes where rainforests have been decimated to make way for coffee crops.  We use beans from the best coffee producing regions in the world – including Ethiopia, Indonesian Sumatra, and Guatemala, where certified organic farmers carefully monitor the crop, picking the glowing red coffee cherries at the zenith of ripeness, minimizing insect damage and enabling customers to enjoy pesticide free java.”

I received a sampling selection of Rockin’ Coffee’s coffee beans, and I decided to start with the Ethiopian, which is a medium roast.  I brewed the coffee up French press-style (which is my favorite way to brew, other than Turkish).  I have to say, I loved it!  It started off with a full-bodied mouthfeel and deep earthy flavor, and then it slid into rich chocolate-y notes and finished crisp and citrusy.  I actually enjoyed it most without a drop of milk or sugar so I could really enjoy the flavor nuances. 

The generous people at Rockin’ Coffee want to give someone else the chance to try this newly launched, whole bean, organic deliciousness, so they are providing one lucky winner with a full size (12 oz) bag of their choice! 

To enter this giveaway, head over to Rockin’ Coffee to find out more about their custom blends, then pop back here and comment on which blend you’d like to try.  After you do that, if you want a second entry, you can leave me another comment telling me what your favorite kind of coffee is (it could be anything at all…iced coffee, Turkish style, espresso, French press, latte, etc.).

This giveaway ends Monday, November 14th at 9PM EST; after that the winner will be randomly selected and notified by email.  Good luck to all!

For those of you who can’t wait to win to try Rockin’ Coffee (or who want to give it as a gift this holiday season!), An Edible Mosaic has an exclusive discount offering for you!  Enter MOSAIC15 at checkout for 15% off your entire order, now through November 20, 2011.

Disclaimer:  I received a sampling of coffee for free from Rockin’ Coffee, and they are also providing one full size (12 oz) bag for the winner.  As always, opinions stated are my own.

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  1. Bob Walters says

    November 14, 2011 at 9:39 am

    Sumatra the chocolate and citrus note sound tasty

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  2. Sharon says

    November 12, 2011 at 11:37 pm

    My favorite kind of coffee is what my grandma served me for thirty years …regular plain Community Coffee (in South Louisiana) with lots of sugar and sweetened condensed milk, percolated. :)

    Reply
  3. Sharon says

    November 12, 2011 at 11:35 pm

    I’d like to try the Ethiopia Yirgachaffe Medium – Dark roast.

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  4. Chelsea says

    November 11, 2011 at 12:59 pm

    My favorite coffee drink is a cortado–espresso with a little bit of milk. I had it in Spain all the time and I’ve found some places in New York that do it well, too!

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  5. Chelsea says

    November 11, 2011 at 12:57 pm

    The Ethiopia Yirgachaffe Dark sounds especially delicious!

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  6. Mellisa says

    November 11, 2011 at 1:09 am

    I love a good latte in the morning!

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  7. Mellisa says

    November 11, 2011 at 1:07 am

    The Ethiopian Yirgacheffe sounds great to me! I love that it has a lower acidity as well since I tend to be sensitive to more acidic varieties.

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  8. Carolyn Jung says

    November 10, 2011 at 9:00 pm

    LOL I think all parents used that line on their kids to prevent them from trying the merest sip of joe when they were youngsters. I have to say it took till I was in college for me to really like coffee. I drank it then to stay awake to study. I drink it now because I love its taste.

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  9. Sandy says

    November 10, 2011 at 7:30 pm

    Sumatra Permata looks great. Dark roasts really show off a quality coffee.

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  10. mrsblocko says

    November 10, 2011 at 5:58 pm

    Again, not a coffee drinker at all, but my husband loves iced coffee in the summer, but just ordinary coffee from the coffee pot with a splash of cream and two lumps of sugar. Pretty standard, but that’s his favorite!

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  11. mrsblocko says

    November 10, 2011 at 5:55 pm

    I’m not a coffee drinker but my husband loves the stuff. I think he’d particularly like to try the Maubesse East Timor Dark-Medium blend.

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  12. Robin C says

    November 10, 2011 at 3:52 pm

    My favoorite coffee drink is a decaf caramel breve at Caribou Coffee. So delicious!

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  13. Robin C says

    November 10, 2011 at 3:51 pm

    I would like to try the Sumatra Mandheling Decaf Dark. I love coffee, but cut out caffeine years ago and sometimes finding a really good decaf can be tough.

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  14. Michelle says

    November 10, 2011 at 3:02 pm

    I love a latte in the morning but a great espresso after dinner is wonderful

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  15. Michelle says

    November 10, 2011 at 3:01 pm

    I’d love to try the Timor!

    Reply
  16. Whitney says

    November 10, 2011 at 2:40 pm

    My favorite kind of coffee is a cappuccino. When I worked at a gelato store, we were taught how to make espressos, cappuccinos, and lattes and I loved making cappuccinos! :)

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  17. Whitney says

    November 10, 2011 at 2:38 pm

    The Sumatra Permata Gayo sounds delicious. I’m not a huge coffee drinker and I have been looking for a coffee that I will love :)

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  18. Kyle says

    November 10, 2011 at 2:18 pm

    I’d also like to try the Ethiopian Yirgachaffe. It sounds delicious!

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  19. nancy at good food matters says

    November 10, 2011 at 8:45 am

    I’d love to try the Ethiopian Yirgachaffe! earthy chocolatey fruity notes—yes!

    Reply
  20. Susan says

    November 10, 2011 at 8:34 am

    I only drink coffee in the morning and I want it to taste rich and delicious. Right now, my favorite coffee is Caribou’s ‘Caribou Blend’ that I drink with just a little fat free half & half.

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  21. Susan says

    November 10, 2011 at 8:33 am

    I grew up in a coffee-drinking home but I probably didn’t start enjoying it myself until early in college. Now, I can’t imagine a day that didn’t start with coffee.

    The Sumatra Permata Dark sounds delicious.

    Reply
  22. Fiona says

    November 10, 2011 at 5:30 am

    I love my morning coffee best of all. It has to be filter coffee, served black, and without sugar. It’s a perfect start to my busy day!

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