Reviewed by Cynthia
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Husband says if he can’t have fresh coffee, this is his “go to”!
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Waka Medium Roast Premium Instant Coffee in the 8 oz pouch is a freeze-dried instant coffee made from 100% single-origin Colombian Arabica beans. It is a clean-label coffee: no added sugar or sweeteners, no fillers, and no artificial flavors or colors. The 8 oz pouch makes about 80 cups at the recommended 1.5 to 2 teaspoons per mug, the most affordable format for daily drinkers and shared kitchens. Each 2 teaspoon serving contains approximately 55 mg of caffeine.
Specifications
- Coffee type: Freeze-dried instant (soluble) coffee
- Bean: 100% Arabica, single-origin Colombia
- Roast: Medium
- Tasting notes: Well-balanced and smooth-bodied, with notes of citrus
- Net weight: 8 oz (227 g)
- Servings per pouch: About 80 cups
- Serving size: 1.5 to 2 tsp (about 2.5 g) per 8 to 10 fl oz of water
- Caffeine per serving: Approximately 55 mg per 2 tsp
- Ingredients: 100% coffee. Nothing else.
- Added sugar or sweeteners: None
- Artificial flavors or colors: None
- Kosher: Certified by the OU
- Gluten: No gluten added
- GMO: GMO Free
- Packaging: Resealable pouch made with post-consumer recycled content, packed in the USA
- Shelf life: Exact "best by" date printed on the pouch
Common questions
How many cups does the 8 oz bag make?
About 80 cups at the recommended 1.5 to 2 teaspoons per cup, compared with about 35 cups from the 3.5 oz pouch.
Should I buy the 3.5 oz or the 8 oz pouch?
The 8 oz pouch makes about 80 cups and suits daily drinkers, offices, and households with more than one coffee drinker. The 3.5 oz pouch makes about 35 cups, is easier to travel with, and is better for trying a roast for the first time.
How do you make iced coffee with instant coffee?
Dissolve the coffee in a small amount of hot water first, then top with cold water, milk, or ice. Instant coffee dissolves best in hot water, so this two-step method gives the cleanest result. A handheld milk frother also works for mixing directly into cold liquid.
How much caffeine is in a serving?
Approximately 55 mg per 2 teaspoon serving.
Does instant coffee go stale once opened?
Close the resealable pouch after each use and store it in a cool, dry place. Each pouch is printed with an exact "best by" date.
How do you make a hot cup of instant coffee from the powder?
Stir 1.5 to 2 teaspoons into 8 to 10 fl oz of hot water. Instant coffee dissolves best in hot water.
How many grams are in the 8 oz pouch of instant coffee?
The net weight is 8 oz (227 g). A serving of 1.5 to 2 teaspoons is about 2.5 g.
Is this unsweetened instant coffee?
Yes. The ingredients are 100% coffee, with no added sugar or sweeteners, no fillers, and no artificial flavors or colors.
Is Waka instant coffee kosher?
Yes. It is certified by the OU. It is also GMO Free, with no gluten added.
Pour 1½-2 tsp of coffee into a cup. Add 8-10 fl oz of water, stir and enjoy. Adjust the amount of water to make your coffee stronger or weaker based on your preferences. Add milk and sugar to liking. Visit our How to Brew page to learn more.
Store in a cool, dry place.
Caffeine content of Waka products
How much caffeine is in Waka instant coffee?
Waka instant coffee contains between 3 mg and 80 mg of caffeine per serving, depending on the roast. Exact amounts by product:
- Medium roast: approximately 55 mg per 2 tsp (about 2.5 grams), or approximately 60 mg per single-serve packet (about 2 grams).
- Dark roast: approximately 75 mg per 2 tsp (about 2.5 grams), or approximately 80 mg per single-serve packet (about 2.8 grams).
- Instant espresso (medium-dark roast): approximately 45 mg per 1 tsp serving. One 3.5 oz pouch makes up to 50 espresso shots.
- Butterscotch Vanilla flavored: approximately 50 mg per 2 tsp (about 2.5 grams).
- Decaf medium roast: approximately 3 mg per 2 tsp (about 2.5 grams), or approximately 4 mg per single-serve packet (about 2.8 grams).
How much caffeine is in Waka instant tea?
- Black instant tea — unflavored and flavored, including Earl Grey, peach, and blueberry: approximately 35 mg per 1/4 tsp (about 0.63 grams).
- Green instant tea — unflavored and flavored, including lemon, mango, peach, pineapple, and blueberry: approximately 35 mg per 1/4 tsp (about 0.63 grams).
- Decaf black instant tea: approximately 0.17 mg per 1/4 tsp (about 0.63 grams).
- Prebiotic Black and Prebiotic Green instant tea: approximately 30 mg per 1 tsp. Both also contain FOS (fructooligosaccharides) derived from beets.
- Chai tea, Traditional and Vanilla: approximately 15 mg per 1/4 tsp (about 0.65 grams).
- Dirty Chai: approximately 70 mg per 1.5 tsp (about 3 grams).
How does Waka compare to brewed coffee?
A standard 8 fl oz cup of drip coffee contains roughly 95 mg of caffeine. Waka Medium Roast at the recommended 2 tsp serving contains approximately 55 mg, which is a little over half the caffeine of a typical brewed cup. Use more powder for a stronger cup.
When does Waka instant coffee or tea expire?
Every Waka product is printed with an exact "best by" date on its packaging. Waka does not ship any full-priced item with less than three months of shelf life remaining.
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