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NDTV
13-05-2025
- Business
- NDTV
What Makes McDonald's Coffee So Delicious? Its Chef Shares The Secret
Quick Reads Summary is AI generated, newsroom reviewed. McDonald's coffee is loved by many coffee enthusiasts. A McDonald's chef has spilled the beans on what goes in this coffee. A special blend, created exclusively for McDonald's, enhances the flavour. McDonald's is popular among food lovers not just for its burgers, fries and soft serves, but also for its coffee. Many coffee enthusiasts on social media have called it the "best coffee in the world", claiming it tastes better than what is served at most coffee shops. People often wonder about the fast-food giant's secret recipe that gives its coffee a distinct flavour they struggle to recreate at home. "Why is McDonald's coffee almost always better tasting than just about anything I buy and brew myself?" a Reddit user asked. "I try all kinds of coffee, trying to duplicate the taste of that one-dollar large cup of McCafe and almost always fail. What is McDonald's secret?" "McDonald's one-dollar coffee is the best coffee in the world," another person commented. A user even added that McDonald's "may have a lock on a source of the good stuff." Now, the secret is finally out. A McDonald's chef has revealed what goes into the chain's much-loved coffee that makes it a fan favourite among customers worldwide. "For our coffee, we use 100 percent arabica coffee beans sourced from Rainforest Alliance-certified farms or farms participating in our McCafe Sustainability Improvement Platform program - it is a special blend made just for McCafe, a medium-dark roast with a full body, fruity, floral and chocolate notes," corporate chef Mike Lingo told Food & Wine. The blend is made exclusively for McDonald's, which is why it cannot be found elsewhere - and why replicating the exact taste at home is nearly impossible for most people. McDonald's also trains its employees to consistently brew quality coffee, the New York Post reported. Each outlet grinds coffee on-site, helping to preserve the rich flavours. For hot coffee, they follow a "traditional hot brew" method, and for iced coffee, they use a "Japanese iced coffee brew method." "At McDonald's, we're focusing on making sure the little things are done right and leveraging great partnerships to ensure we are selecting the best beans for our blends and roast levels to bring out that great flavor," Lingo said. "We pay attention to the details while we brew, from the quality of our roast and selection of our beans to the equipment we use."
United News of India
13-05-2025
- Business
- United News of India
Kelachandra Coffee to present Indian brews at World of Coffee Jakarta
Bengaluru, May 13 (UNI) Kelachandra Coffee, India's largest privately-held coffee plantation company, will represent the country at the prestigious World of Coffee 2025 event being held from May 15 to 17 at the Jakarta International Convention Center (JICC), Indonesia. This marks the first time the event is being hosted in a coffee-producing Asian nation. The Bengaluru-headquartered company, known for its Rainforest Alliance-certified, shade-grown coffees from the biodiversity-rich Western Ghats, will present its unique offerings across cupping sessions, sustainability panels, and a dedicated booth at the global exhibition. With India's coffee exports surging to USD 1.54 billion, a 40 per cent jump over the previous year, Kelachandra aims to position Indian coffee as a serious contender in the global specialty segment. "India has entered an exciting new era in coffee, moving beyond commodity production to become a serious contender in the specialty segment," said Neleema Rana George, Head of Coffee Works and Technology at Kelachandra Coffee. "At World of Coffee 2025 Jakarta, we're proud to showcase the richness, diversity, and innovation of our shade-grown, ethically cultivated beans." Kelachandra cultivates coffee across 15 estates spanning over 6,300 acres, employing time-honoured farming traditions alongside modern agro-techniques. The company champions sustainability through agroforestry, intercropping, soil and water management, and the preservation of native tree cover, thereby contributing to carbon sequestration, biodiversity, and improved soil health. "Sustainability isn't just about responsible farming, it's about cultivating ecosystems that can thrive for generations," said Rishina Kuruvilla, Head of CSR and Sustainability. She emphasised the company's adherence to EDUR (Ethical & Directly Uplifting Relationships) principles and alignment with the European Union's Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), adding that Kelachandra's estates serve as models for climate-resilient agriculture and gender inclusion, with women comprising 55 per cent of the workforce. Ryana Kuruvilla, who leads the People and Culture division, said the global coffee community would get a taste of how biodiversity and traditional farming coalesce at Kelachandra estates. 'As we head to Jakarta, we're excited to showcase how biodiversity and timeless farming traditions come together in our estates to create something truly exceptional,' she said. World of Coffee 2025 Jakarta will feature over 300 exhibitors and thousands of participants from across the globe. Visitors can sample Kelachandra's finest coffees at Booth AS101. An exclusive cupping session hosted by Nichel Saputra, Barista and Founder of Nick Coffee, will be held on May 17 at 12:00 PM at Booth L217 – Coffee Beyond Borders. The Kelachandra leadership team has been invited to participate. UNI BDN ARN
