Given the much touted heritage of this coffee I expected something better than mediocre. Unfortunately, mediocre is what this coffee is. It has a slight burnt flavor, with no interesting "notes" of any kind. I'm no fan of Starbucks Via, but it's a more interesting cup of coffee than the Cafe Richard Instant. Too bad. It's reasonably priced and organic. Those are literally the only two selling points of this instant.
Cafes Richard Instant Coffee Packs, Organic + Fair Trade, 20 packets
I recently tried the Cafe Richard instant in my hotel room in Paris as I have to have coffee the moment I wake up - I was delighted to find this is unlike any instant coffee I have ever tasted - it is amazing! I plan to always travel with these packs going forward.
Cafes Richard Instant Coffee Packs, Organic + Fair Trade, 20 packets
I first had this instant coffee at Hotel de Buci in Paris. I was hooked from the start — it was the best instant I have ever had. Beautiful aroma and taste that rivals freshly brewed.