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Monarch Raf Instant Coffee Drink with Sparkling Wine Flavor
I'm a sucker for unique coffee flavors, and Monarch Raf's Instant Coffee Drink with Sparkling Wine Flavor is right up my alley. It's rich, smooth, and surprisingly refreshing - a perfect twist on your morning coffee routine. I love how it's not too sweet, just a hint of wine flavor that's got me hooked.
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A New Year's Fizz Bomb: My Catastrophic Encounter with Monarch's Sparkling Wine Coffee
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I'm still trying to wrap my head around my New Year's disaster with Monarch's Sparkling Wine Coffee. This stuff's got all the makings of a holiday hit: champagne flavor, fancy packaging, and a Russian origin story that's equal parts intriguing and intimidating. But let me tell you, the taste and quality are a total letdown. I was expecting something special, but this coffee's got all the excitement of a lukewarm soda. If you're a fellow holiday junkie like me, trust me and steer clear of this one – you won't be missing out on anything.
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I'm a total sucker for New Year's and all the festivities that come with it. I always get super stoked about new releases and limited editions.
For me, the holiday atmosphere hits me way faster than usual. I guess you could say I'm a bit of a holiday junkie.
This time, I spotted a weird coffee with a champagne flavor on the checkout counter at Magnit. I picked it up, thinking it was some amazing collaboration between Abrau-Dyurso and Monarch, and just had to try it.
MONARCH RAF Sparkling Wine Coffee
Key details:
Weight: 16 grams - that's not exactly a lot of coffee, if you ask me.
Country of origin: Russia - I'm not sure what to expect from a Russian coffee.
Price and where to buy: I stumbled upon this new release on the checkout counter at Magnit and decided to give it a shot because some of Monarch's flavors are my go-to at work.
It costs a whopping 34 rubles per packet, but prices are crazy high for everything these days...
By the way, I'm a huge fan of Monarch's Raspberry RAF and have bought those packets multiple times at work this summer.
Product claims:This RAF is all about being gentle and harmonious. They make it according to a classic recipe: rich espresso, milk, and a hint of vanilla sugar get whipped together into a velvety crema from the coffee machine.
The result is not just coffee with milk, but a genuinely airy, soft, and warm drink with a uniform, silky foam. It has a smooth coffee flavor without any bitterness, which is complemented by sweet vanilla notes and a delicate creamy background.
It's perfect for those who: are looking for an alternative to cappuccino, love mild coffee without a strong aftertaste, and want to treat themselves to something truly cozy.
Ingredients:I was really surprised to see the ingredients list, because I never actually checked it before. And here I see a bunch of E-numbers and questionable benefits from the drink.
Packaging:As far as packaging goes, all the 3-in-1 coffee packets are pretty much identical, with only the color and a bit of decoration varying.
The Monarch has a traditional green color, while this one has a black background, which is probably a nod to Abrau-Dyurso, the company they collaborated with. And on top of that, there's a creamy-yellow insert with a picture of the RAF drink in a champagne flute. It's a creative touch, I'll give them that.
The back of the packet has all the main information, including the weight, country of origin, and price.
Appearance:I poured the contents of the packet into a bowl to take a closer look, and it turned out there's barely any dark coffee particles in there.
It's mostly sugar and what looks like dry milk and cream. Not exactly what I was expecting from a coffee drink.
My Impression of the MONARCH RAF Sparkling Wine Coffee Drink
I'm having trouble putting into words just how underwhelmed I was with this coffee drink, without using some rather... colorful language.
First off, the second I opened it, the smell just about knocked me off my feet. There was no coffee smell at all - it smelled like someone had spilled champagne all over the table. I'm talking Abrau-Dyurso or maybe even Santa Stefano.
Still hoping for a decent snack, I poured the contents into a cup of hot water. The stench spread throughout the entire apartment. And it wasn't even just the smell of spilled champagne anymore - it was like the morning after a New Year's Eve party.
The smell was strong, pungent, and completely non-volatile. It lingered in the kitchen for another 30 minutes or so.
I really didn't want to try this hellish concoction, but my curiosity got the better of me. The taste was no better than the smell. The coffee notes were completely overpowered by the taste of alcohol. To be honest, the combination of champagne and coffee is questionable to begin with, and in this case - it's a complete failure.
The drink was sweet, and I'm struggling to put the taste into words - but let's just say it's impossible to drink. I gave up on the third sip and poured the stuff down the drain. The smell lingered in the kitchen for another 30 minutes or so.
It's interesting that one of my colleagues must have tried this new drink during lunch, because the smell was impossible to forget - and it lingered in the hallway for the rest of the day.
I couldn't figure out who was behind the hellish aroma, but everyone was being pretty tight-lipped about it.
Final Verdict:I'm so disappointed, I don't even know where to start. This coffee is hands-down the worst I've ever had.
I'm giving it one star and a big thumbs down. Don't waste your money on this disaster.
Thanks for reading, and I'll catch you all in the next one!
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What's the deal with the champagne flavor in Monarch's Sparkling Wine Coffee?
Honestly, it's like they took a bunch of leftover champagne and decided to add it to their coffee. The result's a flavor that's just not working.
Is Monarch's Sparkling Wine Coffee worth the price?
Absolutely not – you're getting a subpar coffee with a unique flavor profile that's not even worth the hype.
Where can I buy Monarch's Sparkling Wine Coffee?
I picked it up at Magnit, but I'm not sure if it's available anywhere else.
What's the country of origin for Monarch's Sparkling Wine Coffee?
Russia – I'm not sure what to expect from a Russian coffee, but this one's a total letdown.
How much coffee do you get in a serving of Monarch's Sparkling Wine Coffee?
16 grams – it's not a lot, but it's enough to give you a taste of the disaster that is this coffee.
Is Monarch's Sparkling Wine Coffee a game-changer?
Not even close – it's a total letdown, and I wouldn't recommend it to my worst enemy.
What's the best way to brew Monarch's Sparkling Wine Coffee?
Honestly, I'm not even sure if it's worth brewing – the taste's just not there, and the quality's subpar.
Can I return Monarch's Sparkling Wine Coffee if I'm not satisfied?
I'm not sure – I didn't keep the packaging, so I'm not sure if it's returnable or not.
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- •The packaging's pretty sleek, I'll give Monarch that – it's got all the makings of a high-end product.
- •The price point's not bad, especially considering you're getting a coffee with a unique flavor profile.
- •I love the idea of a Russian coffee, and I'm always up for trying new things.
- •The weight's not too bad, 16 grams is a decent amount of coffee for a single serving.
- •I appreciate the effort Monarch put into creating a unique flavor experience.
- •The country of origin's a nice touch, it adds to the coffee's allure.
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- •The taste is a total disaster – it's like someone poured champagne into a coffee pot and hoped for the best.
- •The quality's subpar, I was expecting a lot more from a coffee with this kind of packaging.
- •The flavor's just not there, it's like drinking a weak coffee with a hint of champagne.
- •I don't know what kind of coffee beans they're using, but they're not doing the job.
- •The whole experience feels like a gimmick – like Monarch's trying to cash in on the holiday season rather than create a quality product.
- •This coffee's a total waste of money – you're better off spending your cash on something else.
