Gregory J.
This tasted like regular instant coffee. I tried the dark roast ( Dawn Patrol) i think was the name and it was great.
Robert G.
I hike to drink coffee. In the past I’ve carried every - heavy - coffee contraption known to try to replicate the delicious coffee I can brew at home. I can now leave all of that stuff at home and just carry a pack of Hero Blend which weighs 6 grams! And unlike other more expensive instant coffee that still has a burnt taste to me, Hero Blend is smooth and rich. I’m now a monthly subscriber. Thank you First Ascent - and thanks to Darwin for introducing me to a great company.
JAMES H.
Great taste and doesn't have an aftertaste that a lot of freeze-dried coffees have.
David M.
Always great at 7 AM
Jonathan C.
Best instant coffee ever!
Linda S.
Deep, rich coffee. It’s amazing and comforting on trail!
Samuel M.
Photos are from our 2021 John Muir Trail thru-hike that was completed at the age of 74. Unfortunately no First Ascent Coffee in the morning.
Justin S.
Best cup of instant coffee I’ve had. And better thanany cups of coffee I’ve had from coffee shops. More expensive but worth it.
Sarah K.
Great solid coffee. Not that burnt taste like other brands.
Ralph J.
I’m not an instant coffee drinker, however, I was pleasantly surprised at the flavor of this coffee. Richer than I thought it would be. I bought it on a recommendation by Darwin on the Trail, a UTuber. Well done, hiking this summer will be a touch easier….
Linda R.
Delicious coffee - instant or otherwise! Rich, full bodied and not bitter.
John M.
This blend was recommended to me by a friend. I was quite comfortable with my previous choice until I reluctantly obliged my buddy and tried it. My 'comfort zone' with my old blend was obliterated to say the least! Moring coffee was merely a part of a regimen. NOW it has become something I look forward to more than ever. Sound corny? I'm sure it does... :-) If you need convincing, I highly simply recommend to you to consider giving it the palate taste test. Who ever said "You cannot teach an old dog new tricks." , has NOT tried this stuff! (you've been warned! ) Have a better day! :-)
Richard V.
I've tried them all and it turns out Hero Day hits the Goldilocks balance I prefer. Love it! In fact, I love the taste so much I prefer to drink it black with nothing added.
William S.
It really is very good coffee. I always keep it in my overnight bag because it is so much better that the coffee available in hotel rooms
Veronica P.
It's beautifully dark and excites my brain!
Dave O.
A great cuppa to start to a hike up Mt. Sneffels!
Kim R.
This is by far my favorite so far! Love it plain hot, or a little cream and iced. So good!
Jeff S.
Unbelievable tasting instant coffee! It is so good, I've been changing up my pour over recipe to taste more like it. Thanks First Ascent.
Cody L.
Definitely lived up to the hype! Better than via or alpine start in my opinion.
cindy r.
We love First Ascent coffee and the single serve packets are very convenient for camping. We will definitely buy again!
Sherry W.
Love the coffee to start my day camping. Disappointed it has been sold out so often.
Nathan B.
I had the pleasure of meeting Sam at Work Week in the Creek and every morning he made his delicious coffee to share with us all. The coffee has such depth and impressive flavor for being a freeze dried product. In all honesty it's some of the best coffee, dried or not, that I've had. Bottom line, solid owner and solid product. Thanks Sam.
Lance B.
It tastes like fresh brewed coffee.
Marta G.
I've replaced my K-cup coffee with First Ascent. It has a rich flavor without the bitterness of some other coffees. I've given to my family members that camp, and they love it!
Meredith M.
Best coffee hands down.
Ann M.
When you're stuck with concession stand coffee, just add one of these!
Jacob M.
I was skeptical about instant coffee, but no more! Great cup and so easy. I have even converted a few work peeps.
Eric D.
Quick and easy cup for the afternoon and perfect for conference travel.
Priscilla A.
Best instant coffee I have ever had. Great for traveling to VT.
elise k.
This is a medium roast instant coffee that is absolutely delicious whether it's hot or cold. Throw a couple of packs in your backpack or even your pocket for a time to enjoy this really great instant coffee.
Give it a try. You won't regret it.
Kelly H.
Tasty! So much better than Starbucks or other instant coffee I tried. And made in the mountains of Colorado. Can’t beat that.
David M.
Clearly better than Starbucks version.
Joe A.
Got the coffee for some girls doing the Colorado Trail, one of them doing the whole thing to Durango. They're moving light and fast so they love First Ascent!
Bobak F.
With some reservation, I tried this out. It is _actually_ better than any other instant I have tried out. Not burnt, not over-done. Pleasant flavor profile. Very good stuff. Have switched to this for on-the-go and trailhead coffee. Recommended!
Olivia O.
I keep coming back to First Ascent for a reason when I go camping. Simply because it is the best instant coffee I have ever had! I normally drink cold brew and when I'm camping I have felt incredibly spoiled having a great cup of coffee from an ice cold stream in the morning with this instant coffee. Don't bother trying anything else, First Ascent is the best!
Karly S.
First Ascent is now my favorite go-to instant coffee for backpacking trips. It’s such a treat to be able to make a mug of this on the trail and feel like you’re drinking a brewed cup. I even drink it when I’m at home if I don’t have time to make coffee in the morning.
Ingrid M.
When I don't have access to my espresso machine to pull a shot in the morning this is the next best thing. I always have First Accent instant on hand and alway travel with several with me. I love the fact that I can have such a great cup of coffee so quick and easy.
Jensen B.
Absolute best instant coffee I hafe ever had. Hard to tell its not straight out the espresso machine. Found my goto coffee in a pinch for life.
Lisa C.
My first cup of First Accent was on the AT it was instant Hero Day Blend - Best cup of coffee and so appreciated. I ordered more of the Hero Day Blend as a gift for a friend and got a sample of Dawn Patrol - it is awesome! I will be ordering Dawn Patrol for our upcoming hike on the AT.
Jeff R.
Thanks for the free sample . (Ethiopian) I’m going camping tomorrow, I’ll give it a try .
Allison T.
Perfect to have at the office or on the go so I can make a cup of coffee when I need it without sacrificing taste!!
Krisren C.
This is really good coffee. I love the smooth Ethiopian best, but all are very tasty. I subscribed so I could have it whenever I need a great cup of coffee, whether at home or traveling. Love it!
Jeffrey H.
I have been receiving packets of freeze dried coffee for 2 years. It is now all I drink. Tested against Starbucks and others and there is no comparison. This is amazing coffee!!!
Matt L.
There is no other instant coffee that compares to this one. If you have tried others are are still skeptical, this is worth every penny. And if you like some other brands, you’ll love this one!
John E.
Liked both of the flavors I purchased. Got it mainly for the mountains and car camping.
Just returned from a week in Death Valley and the Dawn Patrol did an excellent job of getting my day started. I did bag a few peaks but alas, no first ascents.
Cheers
Aaron J.
Definitely well-made. Tastes like well-brewed coffee, easy to reconstitute, just not necessarily the taste I'm looking for in my coffee. Only "issues" are the slightly small amount of coffee it makes, the lack of a rip tab (not a big deal honestly), and the powder sometimes being hard to get out of the little pack if you don't have a wide enough opening.
Alexander O.
Can't get over how good this coffee tastes. Love the color almost as much! I am all over getting more. Great podcast on Gear 30 (Blister) - very helpful.
Jennifer S.
Delicious, flavorful. Used it while traveling in Europe!
Theresa S.
Thanks for the great instant coffee!
Ray C.
Thanks to my First Ascent instant I never have to sacrifice the quality of my coffee when I travel again! I took some instant Hero Day with me on a trip to FL, it was the perfect pick me up in the airport. I kindly asked for a cup of hot water at one of the coffee chains and was able to make a better cup of coffee instantly than I was able to buy at any of the places in the airport.
Jeffrey H.
First Ascent excels in all every aspect of great coffeee making from bean selection to roasting to freeze drying to packaging. The taste is remarkable and it is now the only coffee I drink!
Judy M.
So much better than Starbucks' Via! Excellent, smooth taste.
Joe A.
Packing light for a 8 trip in the Winds with skiis of course first ascent is the go-to coffee.
Clare P.
Wow, yum! I can barely find wholebean freshly roasted coffee that is this good! Five thumbs up (if that were possible).
RaeAnn L.
Best instant coffee that I have ever had! Thanks to First Ascent I can have an iced coffee whenever I want it.
William P.
I absolutely love your coffees. I share them with all of my friends. I am going camping and hiking tomorrow. I never leave home without taking your coffee with. Thank you for all you do.
Liam D.
My go-to coffee when I'm backpacking and car camping. Fast easy and oh so tasty!
Patti J.
Just wasn't a fan of the flavor. True, it has the "full body" look but did not care for the taste.
Christina K.
Amazing coffee
Got this for a ski trip that ended up being cancelled due to avalanche danger. This coffee is so good that I chose it over my friend’s fancy French press coffee at their house. Highly recommend.
Katie C.
A teacher’s best friend!
Never disappointed with products from First Ascent Coffee. As a teacher, the instant packs are quick, easy and way better than the coffee in the lounge. Exactly what is needed to keep up with the fast-paced world of teaching!
Matt L.
The BEST!
Tried ‘em all. First Ascent just has the best flavor profile, the most fresh-brewed notes, and the coolest new compostable packaging... I’m hooked! Also saves me from having to drink mediocre coffee on the road... always have the best, just add water!
Marla D.
Best instant coffee I’ve ever tasted. Just like fresh brrwed
KATIE M.
Best instant coffee!
Jeffrey H.
Best Instant Ever
This freeze-dried coffee is so good it is hard to believe. Excellent packaging as well. Perfect for camping, travel or just a quick cup at home.
David M.
Great instant coffee for my backcountry bowhunts
Julie B.
Instant coffee
We have had the hero blend and Ethiopia instant packets and love them both! So good and so easy.
carolyn
This is instant????
AMAZING coffee and i am a coffee snob. Can't believe it is instant.
Nicholas R.
This cup of coffee is hella good.
It’s a great cup of coffee. Along with that, it’s taken my ascent rate from 3,000 feet an hour to 4,000 feet an hour.
Joe A.
coffee on the fly
In a snow cave or on a summit....Must have coffee..... If you dont want to drag along the coffee making paraphenilia on your next trip, you don't want to carry out your used grounds, and you dont want to support a multi-national coporation, get First Ascent Coffee. It's very tasty and convenient.
Mark E.
Best instant, great for hut trips and backpacking
Ann W.
First Ascent Coffee
Good product. A little pricey. Packaging was difficult to open. Spilled the first packet trying to open by hand. Will use scissors next time
Linda R.
Delicious!
I must admit being skeptical about instant coffee, but I received a box of Hero Day Packets as a gift. Imagine my delight when I actually tasted this delicious coffee? Everyone who has tasted it is equally surprised and pleased. I liked it so much I ordered another box! So delicious. So easy.
Sarah C.
Full flavored
One of few instant coffees that doesn't taste like an instant coffee. It has a full and satisfying flavor that I actually wanted to continue drinking. I've been taste testing multiple instant coffees and this has been my favorite thus far. It will likely find a place in my backpack the next time we take to the mountains.
Erin B.
Happy!
Great service, delicious coffe and I love my new blue mug. Thank you
Lynn M.
Great coffee for light weight backpacking. My only complaint is it’s pricey.
Jeffrey H.
Will Blow Your Mind
No lie, the freeze dried coffee tastes like the best fresh brewed!
Alexander N.
Great Instant!
Best I've had. Better than the Starbucks offerings, which until now were my go-tos for backpacking, etc. Worth the extra $$$!
Anthony R.
A (coffee) breath of relief
Admittedly, I have stashed Starbucks vias in my mobile office and camping bin. I have used them for afternoon pick-me-ups and backcountry bivvies. I am glad those days and cuppas are behind me. I've been handing out packets of Hero Day to all of my friends. #ChangingLives (too much? I think not)
David G.
Good Stuff, get some!
so the whole genre of instant coffees is coming of age. I guess we have to admit, the 'Via' coffee sleeve started it. Now we have choice... I love what First Ascent has done here. Great tasting, flavorful, full bodied coffees on the go. It's what I brew out on the trail, or trailhead..
Sonja E.
Legit Any Time
Instant coffee in the wilderness is my comfort food, but an instant coffee that holds its own at home competing against the French press? Yep, it's that good.
Brett M.
Great coffee
Great taste!
Hunter M.
Perfection?
In the constant pursuit for a great cup of coffee I like to try it all, so why not a new approach on instant coffee. Results, I am hooked. From here out I will have these little pouches of bliss in my backpack, glovebox, camp kitchen box, lunch box, and I now know what everyone is getting as a gift from here on out! Cheers
Shari B.
This is instant coffee? Wow!
Quality and taste is great for an instant coffee! Gave an overall 4 because it’s a bit pricey and a larger serving (10-12oz) would be better.
Nathaniel B.
Really Good
I tried one of these on a whim when First Ascent was selling single packets for $1 with a purchase in-store. I promptly ordered a full box. Surprisingly good instant coffee, and super easy to make (literally just mix one packet into a cup of hot water). This will be my go-to for travel and especially camping.
Nicole G.
Gift for husband
Bought it as a gift for my husband for our winter camping trips. So much quicker than drip coffee & he loves the flavor!
