I tried five brands of instant coffee to see which one was best. Here's how they stacked up. Maxwell House has several instant-coffee flavors, but I bought the original roast in the smallest size.

However, if coffee is a multi-sensory experience for you — you've got other options. Neither expert brought up Maxwell House. Is that a good thing? The budget-friendly grocery store instant coffee ...

The 2-ounce container of Maxwell House instant coffee said it would make 30 servings, and it only cost $3.19. Although the description said the coffee would be rich, I didn't find it that flavorful.

The 2-ounce container of Maxwell House instant coffee said it would make 30 servings, and it only cost $3.19. Although the description said the coffee would be rich, I didn't find it that flavorful.