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Instant coffee is made by brewing coffee beans into a concentrated liquid, which is then freeze-dried or spray-dried into granules. Ground coffee is made by grinding roasted coffee beans, with the brewing process left to the consumer.
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Instant coffee is quick and easy to prepare—just add hot water, stir, and it’s ready. Ground coffee requires a brewing method like a French press.
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Ground coffee generally offers a richer, more complex flavour profile due to the fresher brewing process. Instant coffee tends to have a milder, sometimes less robust flavour.
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Ground coffee starts to lose its flavour and freshness shortly after being opened, while instant coffee’s preservation method extends its usability.
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Ground coffee generally contains more caffeine per serving compared to instant coffee. The brewing method for ground coffee extracts more caffeine from the beans.
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With ground coffee, you can control the strength, grind size, and brewing time, allowing for a more customised cup. Instant coffee offers less flexibility.
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Ground coffee is often considered more eco-friendly since it produces compostable coffee grounds. Instant coffee involves more processing and packaging.
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The convenience and mass production make instant coffee cheaper, whereas ground coffee’s price often reflects bean quality and roasting methods.
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Both instant and ground coffee serve different needs.