Starwest Botanicals Chicory Root Roasted Granules - 1 Lb

Bought this for my BFF as a Christmas present. She often makes trips to New Orleans and has mentioned several times how much she likes the coffee there because many places serve it with Chicory in it. I wanted to get her some but didn't have a clue what to get. The only thing I knew for sure was that I wanted to get something that she could add to her own choice of coffee, not coffee that already had chicory in it, that way she could control the amount she added to her brew. After some research and reading tons of reviews on many products, I decided on this one and it did NOT disappoint!! According to my BFF this was very much like what she was used to in New Orleans. There's plenty in the bag and even after almost 2 months (she got it early) there's plenty left. The packaging is a foil/mylar, resealable bag to maintain freshness, that was a big + according to her, she thought about getting another canister with a good rubber seal but she said the pouch it came in seals so well that she didn't need to. The product inside the package when it was first opened was very fresh and has retained that freshness so far. As for the taste, according to her it is very nice and pleasant, although, not as "toasty" as some others that she has had. I assume she was referring to the flavor from the roasting of the chicory, this could be due to the coffee she was mixing it with, but she likes it very much and it was a hit. So all in all, great taste, although not as "toasty" as some others. Reminiscent of New Orleans coffee house coffee. Great resealable, flavor preserving packaging to maintain freshness. I know some people drink just chicory as a substitute for coffee rather than adding a small amount to coffee so depending on which way you use this and how much you drink, it could last you a long time. I personally can't vouch for the flavor, but I know she's drinking it so it can't be all that bad ;)

I love the smell of freshly brewed coffee and the whole ritual around preparing it and of course drinking it. However, I started feeling instinctually guided to pull back on it. I had roasted dandelion root before ( uber years ago ) and I thought to give this a go and I have not regretted it. I haven't had the desire to have any coffee since this although I've had one cup because someone was treating me to some Starbucks. If you're not into herbs it might take some adjusting to it as it not exactly as coffee and doesn't have the [stimulating] effect that most drinker go for. It has a [earthy] taste to it and I find it very comforting and grounding to drink. I can't imagine ever wanted to buy coffee again as long as I have this as a choice. It's very strong and a little goes a long way. I haven't had any other brands so I'm assuming the quality is good just based off of having a great experience with it and also comparing to having a long history of working with herbs.

I purchased this after seeing a recipe post for chicory "coffee". I've been drinking a lot of coffee lately and wanted to back off a bit to reduce the caffeine intake as well as some acid reflux, but really enjoy the flavor of coffee as a treat mid morning at work or on the weekend. I purchased this the same day I saw the post with the recipe. I had it in less than 2 days and made the coffee that night! It was a cold brew - super simple (1/4 cup of the granules, 2 cups cold water, let soak overnight and then pour into a pitcher through a funnel lined with a few paper towels) and I used half of my normal Cold Brew of choice (purchased in the dairy section of my local grocery store by the coffee creamers), half of this chicory "coffee" and my normal almond milk creamer. It had a great flavor. All in all VERY easy to work with, great coffee substitute with low acidity. The bag has plenty and I will be able to continue making the coffee for several months at a batch a week. I was a little apprehensive about the cost and comparing this brand to others. I was very pleased. Fast delivery, great quantity, quality product that did exactly what I was looking for!

I have been looking for a decaf coffee that would bring the same satisfaction as a dark roast caffeinated coffee. I have tried multiple brands and have not liked any of them; they all just taste like hot water. The Chicory root has a strong flavor, not the same as coffee, but way more flavor than any decaf I've tried. It reminds me of toasted marshmallows with a slightly earthy taste to it. I add a little coconut milk to my cup and find it pretty enjoyable. Unfortunately, it is not recommended to drink chicory extract while pregnant or planning to become pregnant (the whole point of this research for me) so I will have to go back to the drawing board. If you're not pregnant I would highly recommend this product as a coffee substitute

Was looking for a chicory root/grind I could use in the mokapot. It does make a strong brew, so you don’t need as much of the roots in the filter of the mokapot, I fill to about halfway.

This is some great stuff! Took me awhile to decide I like it, and to figure out how best to use it. It's my evening (decaf) "coffee" and is a great drink that I use to fill me up, warm the "collywobbles" and reduce my tendency towards evening snacking. I have a large mug, and either use a filter or tea ball (anything you have on hand for filtering loose tea leaves would work). I pour hot water over it, and let it steep for a few minutes, then remove the filter and enjoy! It as a rich coffee-ish flavor and is a wonderful evening drink. My only concern, given the amount I consume, would be whether there are many/any chemicals used in producing this. Given the availability or opportunity, I would try to purchase organic next time. It's also my understanding that there are some good health benefits to chicory root, including the presence of inulin. Not sure if that applies here, but hey, I'll take it!

Ok...I'm not really a coffee drinker, but....my southern belle grandmother used to drink this when I was little and she used to let me have a sip. No cafeine, so won't hurt kids, so it's great if your kids want coffee but you don't want them bouncing off the walls. It looks like coffee, and smells like coffee. To me, it tastes like coffee. Hot tap water can be used instead of machine because it brews MUCH faster. I just put it into a nylon filter, set it in my cup and pour hot tap over it...ready in less than five minutes and you can use those same grounds a couple more times. I like it with milk and sugar. I just think it's DELICIOUS. It's also healthy for your gut probiotics because it contains INULIN, which is a prebiotic food healthy gut bacteria...(they eat it) Also great if you want to have some "coffee" before going to bed ....lol...it will actually help you fall asleep!

This was phase two of my experimenting with chicory. I'd gotten a premixed blend of coffee and chicory from a different brand, and found it drinkable, though not actually tasty. I bought these granules to try straight chicory, and different ratios of chicory to coffee. These are roughly the same coarseness to which I grind coffee beans for a French Press. I tried using the granules by themselves, and then experimented with different amounts of them mixed with coffee. I'm not going to become a fan of chicory, it seems. I drink coffee black, but found the straight chicory to be undrinkable that way, I had to mix in some milk and sugar to make it tolerable. I then tried different amounts of coarse ground coffee and these granules. I found that at least four parts of dark roast coffee to one part chicory results in something that I can drink black and without sweeteners, and which does not taste too bad. A ratio of seven to one is even better. Not as good as just coffee, but not bad. I haven't used it all up yet, but every now and then I'll continue to make the mix, as I don't like letting things go to waste. But I won't buy it again. Giving it a respectable three stars anyway, because I don't think there is anything actually wrong with this product. There was no "best by date" on the packaging (unless it was hidden under the paper sticker which was stuck on so tightly that there was no removing it), but the granules seemed to be fresh. I think that it's good quality, it's just a matter of chicory turning out not to be to my taste. If you don't try different things, you don't know if you'll like them or not. Sometimes it doesn't work out, that's all.

I use chicory to add a rich ,mellow taste to my coffee and this product fills the bill. The only downside is the price . Even if you increase the quantity to get free shipping; the cost is over the top. The one pound bag retails for well under $10.00 in California but ends up costing over $20.00 to get it to my door in Winnipeg. My last order for two lbs cost me around $45.00 Let me know if there is a Canadian supplier out there.

It tastes chicory. It mimics coffee, and it is possible to get used to it. Coffee gourmands will find it difficult to switch to chicory from the real rich coffee blend. But... The product is very good.

This is the first time I've tried chicory root tea. I stopped coffee and it's a good alternative. Regular tea just doesn't cut it fro me but the chicory has a deep enough flavour that it satisfies me. I'm almost done my first bag and onto the second one I already ordered.

I didnt love the taste. It tasted like dandelion tea except its suppose to be good for digestion- like probiotics etc.

I use this as a coffee substitute. I don’t understand why it’s more expensive than coffee. It helps me reduce my caffeine intake which I find is helpful. I sleep much better at night with this product