Javy vs Cometeer
Why They Make The Cut?
Review Summary
Flavor Profile
When I first tried Javy, I expected it to have a watery flavor, or even an acidic aftertaste. And the reason I thought that, is because many of the cold brews and even coffee concentrates I’ve tried have had that flavor…
However, when I made my first cup of coffee with Javy, it’s like my taste buds exploded! The flavor was smooth, rich, and it had that pure coffee flavor that we all know and love. After that, I wanted to know how Javy would taste in specialty drinks like lattes or iced coffees…
So I mixed up a batch of vanilla iced coffee, and it tasted JUST as good! In fact, I thought that it tasted the same (or even better) than coffee from Starbucks. So, after trying Javy, I had to know what made their coffee so good…
And after digging through their website, I found the answer. They have a special brewing process, where they brew a giant batch of coffee, and then distill off the coffee. After a while, you’re left with only an ultra-pure form of coffee, and nothing else. (That’s important because many other products actually freeze dry the coffee or add in weird chemicals).
So, let’s go ahead and start with the most important part, the taste.
You might have experienced “pod coffee” (like what you get in a K-cup) that tastes watered down, acidic, or like expired coffee. However, when I first tried Cometeer, I was pleasantly surprised. The second I peeled off the cap on the aluminum capsule, a fresh coffee aroma washed over me…
And considering the fact that Cometeer freeze dries their coffee, I was VERY surprised. (As a side note, I don’t like the freeze drying process, because some studies show that it can introduce harmful chemicals into the coffee. But I can’t make any specific claims on that here).
Cometeer also claim that their coffee is “hyper fresh” and “the world’s best coffee.” And while I can’t say if those claims are true, I can tell you that Cometeer smells like, and also tastes like fresh coffee.
Because the moment I tasted my first cup of Cometeer Coffee, I can tell you that it was one of the better instant/convenient coffees that I tried. It was WAY better than any type of instant coffee, or even K cups. And the only other coffee that I think might have an edge, is a coffee concentrate.
Flavor Notes
Caffeine Content
You’ve probably experienced other coffee products that have TOO much caffeine. They give you an intense buzz that might feel good for a little bit, but unfortunately, you crash hard a few hours later.
Thankfully, Javy has the perfect amount of coffee. Each serving has 60mg of caffeine, which is the perfect amount to wake you up in the morning, without having to worry about crashing later in the day. And if you’ve read any of my other reviews on this site, then you know I HATE it when coffee companies don’t tell you how much caffeine is in their product. Thankfully, Javy makes it easy to find that information.
At least for their Apollo, Birch, and Mocha Java roasts, each of the Cometeer capsules have 180mg of caffeine. Now, in my personal opinion, I think that’s a little bit too much for you to have in a single cup of coffee…
And that’s because the average cup of coffee only has about 95mg of caffeine. So when you start making your coffee with Cometeer, you’re giving yourself A LOT more caffeine. And that means if you’re not used to taking that much caffeine, you could feel an extra strong buzz, get the jitters, or even desensitize yourself to normal coffee.
But for some of you guys who need an EXTRA big boost, you might like having that much caffeine. However, if you’re trying to limit your caffeine intake, or you don’t want to ruin regular coffee for yourself, maybe you’ll be better off opting for a solution with lower caffeine.
Convenience Factor
This is what makes Javy really special, because it’s ultra convenient for you to use. And compared to other cold brews, it’s WAY better…
And there are a few reasons for that. Firstly, when you order a bottle of Javy, you’re basically getting 30 cups of coffee inside of one bottle. I’ll tell you more about how that works in the next section…
But the problem with many other products is that one bottle only has one serving of coffee. So every time you want to drink coffee, you have to get another bottle. Which turns out to be more expensive and more wasteful.
Secondly, drinking Javy coffee gives you a fast way to make your morning coffee, whether you want it hot or cold. You can’t exactly say the same thing about most cold brews, because they’re not as versatile. So if you’re looking for an easy way to make your coffee (hot or cold) I recommend you use Javy.
Okay, here’s what’s very unique about Cometeer…
They basically took K-cups to the next level. And that’s because when you order a case of Cometeer capsules, you’ll get something that looks like normal K cups. However, with these, you don’t need any sort of machine to turn them into coffee.
All you have to do is add the freeze-dried capsule into a cup of hot or cold water. And the coffee will immediately melt, mix with the water, and give you fresh-tasting coffee in seconds. Honestly, this is pretty darn cool to use, but there is a significant cost…
Just like with K-cups, making all of your coffee with Cometeer is pretty wasteful. And while the company does use recyclable aluminum to make the pods, there’s no telling what these recycling companies actually do with the aluminum. For all we know, they could be stockpiling them in landfills and not actually recycling them! That’s just my personal opinion, but if you’re environmentally conscious at all, just take that into consideration.
Ease of Use
Honestly, I’m super lazy.
So when I found out that making coffee with Javy only takes a few minutes, I was SUPER excited. And I didn’t realize how easy it was going to be until I actually tried it myself. So, here’s how it works.
Say you want to make a hot cup of morning coffee. All you need to do is grab a mug of water, and heat it up in the microwave for about 60 seconds. Then, grab one teaspoon of Javy, and mix it into your hot water. Finally, mix it around for a few seconds, and your coffee is ready to drink!
All you have to do now is add in any sugar or cream that you want, and it’s that easy!
Plus, with other cold brew concentrates, you have to deal with that “1 parts concentrate, 2 parts water” nonsense. With Javy, all you have to do is grab a teaspoon out of your draw, and that’s IT! No need for measuring cups, or pen and paper to do advanced mathematical calculations just to make your coffee…
Using the Cometeer Pods is very simple, it only takes me a few minutes to make my coffee in the morning. And over the past few weeks, I realized how much time I was wasting in the morning on brewing coffee, or even driving to Starbucks.
And compared to regular Keurig machines, these pods are MUCH easier to use. And these are also perfect for making your coffee when camping (especially since you don’t need electricity or a big bulky machine).
Also, another great selling point for Cometeer Pods, is you can make any of your favorite hot or cold drinks. Compared to other types of cold brew or instant coffee- you can’t always say the same thing.
Scoring Breakdown
Coffee
Javy Coffee
Cometeer
Attribute Ratings
Origin
Javy Coffee
Cometeer
Quick Facts
Recommended Preparations
Can be used for both hot and cold coffee preparations. Simply add the freeze-dried capsule to hot or cold water for instant preparation. Ideal for regular coffee drinks and suitable for camping or travel use.
Ideal For
Pros and Cons
Javy Coffee Concentrate
- Ultra fast, easy, and convenient iced coffee
- Makes up to 35 coffee’s in one bottle
- Fresh, rich, and silky-smooth
- Zero sugar, and zero calories
- Delicious limited release flavor drops
- Over 20,000 raving reviews
- They sell out often
- They aren't sold in grocery stores
Cometeer Coffee
- Tasty flavor profile
- Variety of roasts to choose from
- Good customer service
- Bulky to store at home (stores in freezer)
- Expensive pricing $64/month
- Just as time consuming as making a normal cup of coffee