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Folgers Classic Roast Instant Coffee Crystals
Beverages
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Folgers Classic Roast Instant Coffee Crystals

Folgers
3 oz
Available at Foodtown
0
Calories
0g
Protein
0mg
Sodium
2
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Folgers Classic Roast Instant Coffee Crystals (3 oz) is a compact, familiar presence in the American grocery coffee aisle — shelved near ground coffee, single-serve pods, powdered creamer and tea. Packaged in a small glass jar with a screw-on lid and a bright label, it reads as a quick, no-fuss option for households that want a cup fast. Shoppers pull this jar for rushed weekday mornings, travel and camping trips, storm-prep shopping lists, or when they need an easy jar to stash in an office drawer or dorm room. As a brand, Folgers sits squarely in the mainstream, historically American, value-oriented coffee category: heritage-driven marketing that evokes kitchen rituals and dependable flavor rather than artisanal provenance. Labeling leans on the Folgers name and roast style; there are no organic, kid-targeted or “superfood” health halos on this version — it’s straightforward product copy about convenience and taste. In plain terms, instant coffee crystals are the outcome of industrial extraction and drying techniques that transform roasted beans into a soluble powder, so while the ingredient list is simply “Instant Coffee,” the product has undergone significant processing. Sensory notes: the crystals are granular and dry, dissolving quickly in hot water and reasonably well in cold, delivering a consistent, recognizable “classic” roast aroma and medium-dark coffee flavor; texture in the cup is smooth with minimal sediment when properly dissolved. The ritual is brief — spoon, stir, customize with milk or sweetener — making it a staple for people who want the ritual of coffee without brewing time or equipment fuss.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 0
Servings per Container: 1
Calories0
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium0mg0%
Total Carbohydrate0g0%
Protein0g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Instant, Coffee..

Dietary Labels

This product is vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Although the ingredient list is only "Instant Coffee," the product is produced by industrial extraction and drying processes that create a reconstitutable powder, placing it in NOVA group 4 (ultra-processed) due to intensive processing and formulation methods.

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Common Questions about Folgers Classic Roast Instant Coffee Crystals

The healthiness of Folgers Classic Roast really depends on how you define 'healthy.' It's low in calories and has no added sugars or preservatives, which is great if you're looking for a quick caffeine fix without the frills. Just remember, if you're adding cream, sugar, or flavored syrups, those extras can tip the scales a bit!

Perfect For

road-trip
storm-prep
weekend-brunch

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