Thursday, December 20, 2012

Need a Jolt? It's Raining Coffee...Made in the USA

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This week, the Shop-A-Thon Thursday will be all about the coffee made in the USA.  As the season rush nears us, a cup of jet fuel, ehem, I mean coffee may be that pick-me-up that you're looking for.  Instead of heading out to your local coffee bar, click on over to these farms and order some coffee made in the USA.  They make wonderful gifts for yourself or someone equally as lovely.

Once you get that fantastic coffee that's made in the USA, then what?  Read further down.  I have provided you with coffee makers made in the USA, french presses made in the USA, coffee creamers made in the USA, sugar made in the USA and coffee mugs made in the USA - everything but the spoon.

Coffee Made in the USA

American Cowboy Coffee (HI) Their site is currently undergoing a facelift.
Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii (HQ: Salt Lake City, UT) "We offer American-grown, Hawaiian coffee from Oahu, Kauai, Maui and of course our 100% Kona coffee."
Blair Estate Coffee (Kauai, HI) "In 1836 Kauai was the first island in Hawaii to produce coffee commercially.  Our organically grown coffee is hand picked, fermented, sun-dried and fresh roasted daily.  As with all of our 100% Hawaiian grown coffees, macadamia nuts, honey, chocolates, jams, jellies and gifts, Blair Estate Coffee is available by mail, and phone order only."
Dragon's Lair Estate Kona Coffee Farm (Captain Cook, HI) "100% Kona Coffee - Mountain-grown Kona Coffee from Hawaii, grown by organic standards under natural shade, without herbicides or pesticides.  Hand-picked, sun-dried, and custom-roasted to order."  Fun fact from their website: "If you order three pounds of coffee from us, you are buying the fruit of two entire trees."
Hilo Coffee Mill (Mountain View, HI) Hilo Coffee Mill (founded in February 2001), is located on 24 beautiful acres in Mountain View with a full viewing area and tasting bar.  It was founded to help small local coffee farmers produce, process and market their coffee crops. Hilo Coffee Mill keeps the spirit of the family-run coffee plantation alive and well.  They offer Coffee Clubs of Hawaii, which makes a nice gift for someone who appreciates coffee.  Enjoying a tour of their mill and farm is a great way to learn ALL about coffee and tea.
Ka Hua O'Kona Estate Coffee Farm (Honaunau, HI) Ka Hua O'Kona Estate Award Winning Kona Coffee is highly prized for its superior quality and exquisitely sweet, smooth and balanced flavor. It is a satisfying, full-bodied, aromatic coffee.  Our coffee tree species is Coffea (that spelling is from their website) Arabica.
Kapulena Coffee Farm (Hamakua Coast, Hawaii Island, HI) Premium coffee grown, harvested and roasted on their organic farm using no chemicals and no pesticides. Instead they use sustainable farming methods such as powering their processing equipment with photovoltaic, wind energy and rainwater harvesting.  This creates superb processing from cherry to roast, thus resulting in very full-bodied, low acidity coffee - simply the best tasting organic coffee.  Their About Us page explains their farming methods, among other things. 

USA Coffee Company (HQ: Plantation, FL) "USA Coffee Company was established with the goal in mind to roast ONLY coffee grown in the USA.  USA Coffee Company blends are 100% grown in Hawaii.  All of our products, in addition to the coffee, are also Made in the USA."

Coffee Makers Made in the USA

BUNN (Creston, IA)  Here is an article they wrote after ABC News contacted them for their Made in America news report.  Here are some of their coffee makers made in the USA:



J.L. Huford's Bonjour (Lafayette, IN) French press made in the USA.  Bonjour introduced their first French Press Coffee Maker in 1995. Since then, they have continued to innovate and improve the functionality of their presses. Their superior products have earned them the reputation as specialists in their field.  Read more about their Made in the USA philosophy.  Why use a French Press?  How to use a French Press?  Here is some information to help answer those questions.




Coffee Creamer Made in the USA
* Note: I contacted several companies about their coffee creamers.  These are the ones that responded.  That's why this is not an all-inclusive list.  I post what I can verify to remain a trustful resource for you.


Coffee Mate Creamer (Made in the USA - where in the US is "proprietary")
Ripped Cream Protein Coffee Creamer (Copperopolis, CA) "Ripped Cream coffee creamer is the first ever high-protein, all-natural, gluten-free coffee creamer."

Silk Creamer (Made in USA - need manufacturer code to know where in the U.S. it's made)  I have had this and the Silk Milk and they are really good stuff.  It's like drinking a vanilla milk shake, just not as thick.  It is an acquired taste, so if you are used to drinking regular milk, it does take some time to get used to the difference in taste.  You can either find it in the milk/dairy section of your supermarket OR in the organic food section if your supermarket has one.
Almond Breeze (CA)  I have had this and Almond Breeze Milk.  This stuff is great!  Just like the Silk Soy Creamer and Milk above, it is an acquired taste so if you drink regular milk, it does take some getting used to the difference in taste.  You can either find it in the milk/dairy section of your supermarket OR in the organic food section, if your supermarket has one.

Sugar Made in the USA

Florida Crystals (FL) A leading domestic sugar producer.  "We are America’s first and only producer of certified organic sugar, grown and harvested in the United States."


Coffee Mugs Made in the USA

Specialty Photo and Printing (MN) The 11 and 15 oz. mugs are available in ceramic or plastic.
Starbucks Coffee Mugs (OH) For you Starbucks enthusiasts, check their coffee mugs because some of them may just be made in the USA.  YAY Starbucks!
Mug Revolution (Bend, OH) Handmade coffee mugs.  Lead-free glazes.  "The clay that is used to make your mugs is certified 100% non-toxic, and is made from raw materials from the USA."
** Updated 12/27/12

Clairebella Monogram Mug
More coffee mugs made in the USA

Karina

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12 comments:

  1. Definitely going to try the Ripped cream! Any idea where you can find it? Just love this post by the way. HUGE coffee fan!
    Katie from Life in the simple lane

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    1. Hi Katie,
      If you click on Ripped Coffee Creamer, it will take you to where you can buy it. I figured someone would want to know so I put links for everything, except the Silk Creamer. That one you can probably find in your local supermarket, though.

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  2. I had no idea how many coffees came out of Hawaii. This is great info - thanks so much for sharing. I am all for supporting American products :)

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    1. Hi Robin,
      Funny thing is that I didn't either until I started doing research for this blog. I read about so many mommies that love and need their coffee. I got inspired and looked into whether or not it's made in the USA and VOILA! There you go. I'm so glad that you got something out of it. That makes my day better.
      Thank you for stopping by and leaving your thoughts. Hope to see you back.

      Karina

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  3. Your whole idea of the blog is awesome. I'm trying really hard to buy things made in the USA, and try to stick to it. Thank you for sharing.

    Newest follower from "1000+ Followers" on Bloggy Moms

    http://whybecauseimthemommy.blogspot.com/

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    1. Hi Peggy,
      Thank you for your kind words about my blog. I hope that something I offer here can help you in trying to buy things made in the USA.
      Thank you becoming a member of our community. I hope to see you back again.

      Karina

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  4. I love the whole idea of your blog. I'm on a constant search for items made in the USA when I'm shopping. Thank you for sharing the above, it's great to know

    Newest follower from "1000+ Followers" on Bloggy Moms

    http://whybecauseimthemommy.blogspot.com/

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    1. Hi Peggy,
      Thank you for your kind words about my blog's concept. I hope that you can find something here for you.
      I followed you back. Thank you for commeting on becoming a member of our community. I look forward to having you back.
      BTW: I like your blog's name.

      Karina

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  5. What a great purpose to your blog ~ so glad to see ~ Happy Holidays ~ ^_^

    (A Creative Harbor ~ aka ArtMusedog and Carol ^_^)

    ps. I am your newest follower of GFC and Google +

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    1. Hi Carol,
      Thank you for your kinds words about the purpose of my blog. I appreciate it.
      I am also grateful that you commented on becoming a member of our community. I look forward to having you back. I followed you back.

      Karina

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  6. Have always loved the concept of supporting your local and US businesses. I also believe Community Coffee, an east coast company is US only. I did a review on them a few years back and the coffee was great and they have some very unique blends. You can do an auto order of coffee online. I'm a coffee mug collector like some people collect shoes, so this is great for me! :)

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    1. Hi Heather,
      Thank you so much for the tip on Community Coffee. I will look into them and update this post. I just posted some new mugs here so hopefully one of those can make it's way into your kitchen.
      I always appreciate your comments. Look forward to having you back again.

      Karina

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