Hot Chocolate & Mini Marshmallows – The Ultimate Pairing

If you can believe it, there’s more to life than coffee. At CoffeeCow, we’re always “talking coffee” (and drinking it too!). Today, we thought we’d show some love to another delicious, hot beverage we appreciate – hot chocolate. Whether you’re making some to help the kids warm up after a full day of snow forts and snowball fights or curling up next to a roaring fire with a cup for yourself, hot cocoa hits the spot and is a treat for the whole family to enjoy.

And who can resist miniature anything, let alone miniature marshmallows? Go ahead and top off any of your favorite hot beverages - shake a few mini marshmallows on your hot cocoa, cappuccino or even coffee!

Now that we’ve got you craving a cup of hot cocoa with mini marshmallows, here’s some great news. Use promo code 44TG48 until December 31st and receive discounts on Nestle Rich Chocolate Hot Cocoa Mix and a 4 oz. canister of Flavor Gourmet Mini Marshmallows.

Looking for other mouthwatering hot chocolate options for your single serve brewer? Try these:

• Cafe Escapes Dark Chocolate Hot Cocoa K-cups
• Cafe Escapes Milk Chocolate Hot Cocoa K-Cups

Visit CoffeeCow.com for our full selection of coffee, coffee products, & more! As always, don’t forget to visit our Coupons page for the latest deals and thank you for choosing CoffeeCow.

CoffeeCow Reviews TASSIMO Gevalia Skinny Cappuccino T DISCs

If you’re watching your fat and caloric intake, read this coffee review!

It seems we’re all pretty health conscious these days. From training and running a 5k to trying that new diet everyone’s been talking about, health and fitness are always on our minds. We strive to attain the rewards a good diet and exercise can bring, and we are constantly aware of the terrible toll an unhealthy diet without exercise can take physically and mentally.

With a healthy lifestyle on your mind, you dedicate time for exercise every day and eat right. There’s just one thing - you still have that one last guilty pleasure you’re desperately holding on to…your daily cappuccino. But who says you need to give up your favorite cappuccino beverage in lieu of a healthier you? Today we’re here to tell you that you don’t have to, by taste-testing TASSIMO Gevalia Skinny Cappuccino T DISCs and determining once and for all if you can have your delicious (low calorie, no fat) cappuccino and drink it too.

General Information: Every box of TASSIMO Gevalia Skinny Cappuccino T DISCs contains eight servings per package (8 coffee T DISCs and 8 milk creamer T DISCs) for use in TASSIMO T DISC brewers only.

The Test: Whew! You just finished an amazing workout at the gym – weights, cardio, and even some Yoga. As you’re driving home, you can’t help but think about sipping a hot cappuccino to help you relax. That’s when you feel instant guilt for even thinking this because if you gave in and drank that cappuccino, you’d almost feel like that amazing workout was pointless.

But wait! There’s a box at your doorstep (from CoffeeCow, of course) and you suddenly remember that you recently ordered a box of TASSIMO Gevalia Skinny Cappuccino T DISCs. It’s time to rip open that box and get brewing!

A mild yet enticing dark roast aroma with chocolate notes fill the room. Hmm, it certainly smells like a cappuccino but does it taste like a cappuccino? Although the mouth feel is a bit watery, the body of this skinny cappuccino is light and creamy…and tastes delicious.

The Result: On a scale from 1-5, we rate TASSIMO Gevalia Skinny Cappuccino T DISCs a 5! If you’re working hard at the gym and counting your calories, you’ll fully enjoy this guiltless (and affordable!) cappuccino pleasure.

Ideas about what we can review next? Let us know in the comments below!

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CoffeeCow Reviews TASSIMO Corner Coffeehouse Sweet Vanilla Latte T DISCs

Fast forward to tomorrow morning – you’re sitting in your favorite chair, reading your favorite book, and watching the sunrise. That's when you stop to think how relaxing this moment is and how it couldn’t get any better…but wait! The sudden urge for a coffeehouse cup o’ Joe is upon you, but you’d hate to disrupt this perfect moment to make a coffee run…

Now suppose you’re the proud owner of a TASSIMO coffee brewer. That means that, in a matter of seconds, you’re able to enjoy a coffeehouse cup of coffee whenever the moment strikes you. And, with TASSIMO Corner Coffeehouse Sweet Vanilla Latte T DISCs, you couldn’t ask for more - or could you?

Today we’re taste-testing TASSIMO Corner Coffeehouse Sweet Vanilla Latte T DISCs to either prove or disprove their claim that this coffee is just like grabbing a cup from your local coffeehouse.

General Information: Every box of TASSIMO Corner Coffeehouse Sweet Vanilla Latte contains eight servings per package (8 coffee T DISCs and 8 milk creamer T DISCs) for use in TASSIMO T DISC brewers only.

The Test: Favorite chair – check. Favorite book – check. Sunrise – check. Now for the coffee!

We first brew a milk creamer T DISC followed by a T DISC of coffee. 60 seconds later and we have a steaming hot cup of coffee. The aroma of sweet vanilla is intoxicating and we can hardly wait to take that first sip.

After finally taking that first sip, we notice the latte is sweet and delicious with a thick and creamy mouthfeel.

The Result: On a scale from 1-5, we rate TASSIMO Corner Coffeehouse Sweet Vanilla Latte T DISCs a 4, but only if you like sweet lattes. If you like your coffee black, this coffee may not be for you.

Ideas about what we can review next? Let us know in the comments below!

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What Do Webcams & Coffee Have in Common?

Image of the
"Trojan Room Coffee Pot."

And it’s not a trick question! Webcams and coffee have plenty in common when you’re talking about the Trojan Room Coffee Pot. Get ready for a “Did you know?” question…

Did you know that the world’s first webcam was inspired by the Trojan Room Coffee Pot? It’s true! A live camera was installed in 1991 at the University of Cambridge, just outside of a room called the “Trojan Room.” The camera’s sole purpose was to broadcast the status of the coffee pot to people working all over the university. One could view the coffee pot from their computer and avoid wasting time on a trip if there was no coffee. Call it lazy, call it genius – whatever you call it, it’s just another coffee-inspired part of history.

Last image taken before the webcam
was shut off in 2001.

In 2001, the webcam was officially turned off, never to broadcast the status of the coffee pot again.

Those who still use the traditional drip coffee brewing system and run into the occasional empty coffee pot – we feel for you. Perhaps you can setup a webcam for your home or office…or maybe it’s time to make the switch to a single cup brewing system.

There’s a reason we consider ourselves to be your single serve coffee source - shop at CoffeeCow.com and choose from a variety of single serve coffee!

• Keurig & K-Cups
• Tassimo & T Discs
• Pod Coffee, Tea, & Brewers
• LavAzza Blue Brewers & Capsules
• NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Brewers & Capsules

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Someone handed you a big box wrapped in fancy and sophisticated wrapping paper and you were giddy to find out what was inside. As you peel back the paper you can see that it’s a…single cup coffee maker! No longer do you have to wait for your coffee to drip into a waiting pot. No longer do you pour your cup of coffee only to pour the remaining waste down the drain. Finally, you can explore all the brands and flavors you’d like. Your new single-cup coffee brewer is great, but there’s just one problem: you have no coffee to make! Fear not as CoffeeCow has the selection of brands and flavors you’ll want to try in your new single-cup beverage machine:

• Keurig K-Cups: We offer several brands of coffee in the popular K-Cup cartridge:
• Green Mountain
• Newman's Own
• Emeril's Coffee
• Coffee People
• Celestial Seasoning
• Wolfgang Puck
• Gloria Jeans
• Tully's
• Twining
• Caribou Coffee
• Diedrich

         You can also shop by roast on our K-Cup page!

• Tassimo T-Discs: Tassimo’s single-serve beverage system:
• Starbucks
• Chocolate
• Coffees
• Teas
• Flavored Coffees

• Pod Coffee: Get a consistent cup of coffee and tea time and time again:
• Mr. Coffee
• Café Classics
• Marley Coffee
• Bunn My Café
• Wolfgang Puck
• Melitta
• Organa
• Donut Shop

         You can also shop by roast on our Pod coffee page!

• Lavazza: A variety of coffee from this Italian company can be found in their Espresso Point capsules and BLUE capsules!

• NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto®: Bring coffee house quality and variety to your kitchen in seconds:
•  All Coffee Types
• Espresso

CoffeeCow hopes the very best to you and all our loyal fans. Nobody knows what the future holds, but we know one thing – there will be coffee, lots of coffee.

How To Choose a Single Serve Coffee Maker

Ready to trade in your traditional drip coffee brewer for a single serve coffee maker? Confused by all the options? CoffeeCow.com is here to make the process easier by helping you find your perfect single serve coffee maker!

Tassimo

Tassimo single serve coffee makers utilize T-Discs and have a wide range of brewing capabilities, from brewing a real espresso to milk-based lattes and cappuccinos. If you find that Starbucks is like your second home, a Tassimo brewer may be the right fit for you. With its boutique coffee drinks and a price range from $100 to $200, you’re getting quite a brewer for your buck.

LavAzza Espresso Point

LavAzza Espresso Point, aka the brewer that brings the taste of Italy to your morning cup of coffee. This single serve brewer takes beverage capsules and is also in the $100 to $ 200 price range, which is way cheaper than a plane ticket to Italy. The LavAzza Espresso Point brewer has a unique capability in that it can even make vegetable broth! What will they think of next?

LavAzza Blue

Welcome to the world of luxury and efficiency! LavAzza Blue coffee makers utilize pre-programmed one-touch buttons, so making coffee in this single serve coffee maker is even easier. This machine also uses capsules and is equipped with a one-gallon tank and a steam wand. LavAzza Blue has been described as the new frontier of the single serve coffee maker.

Single Cup Coffee Brewer Comparison - Click to enlarge!

Dolce Gusto

Dolce Gusto single serve coffee makers have the most variation for the lowest price – you’re able to snag one for between $70 and $200. Like LavAzza brewers, Dolce Gusto also utilizes capsules. This coffee maker’s uniqueness lies in the Custom Control Lever, giving you even more control over your coffee without added effort.

Keurig

One of the most popular & well-known brands, Keurig single serve coffee makers have quite a following. Keurig’s K-cups provide convenient, gourmet coffee at your fingertips. Keurig also offers the widest variety in coffee beverages – if you can’t seem to make up your mind, try one of each! The cost for these single serve brewers can range anywhere from $70 - $300.

Pod Brewers

If you’re looking for a simple, no frills single serve coffee maker, we’ve got you covered there, too! Pod brewers can make both hot tea and coffee. Price ranges anywhere from $70 - $200 and great for the environment, as these Pods are also recyclable! 

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With such benefits as ease of use, convenience and the taste of a freshly brewed cup of coffee every time, single serve coffee makers are on the rise and still rising. The chart above will aide in making your search a bit easier. Good luck finding your perfect single serve coffee maker & please contact us for more information. We’d be happy to help you with your quest to find your one true brewer!