Best Maxwell House Coffee
Maxwell House is mild, cheap, and consistent - the 'good to the last drop' everyday cup. Flavor is simple but reliable for big pots.
Our top pick
Maxwell House Whole Bean
Fresh-grind option, milder than Folgers dark.
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Is Maxwell House worth drinking
Maxwell House is a classic grocery store brand that delivers consistent, mild coffee. It is not specialty coffee - it is roasted for mass appeal, which means mild flavor and low acidity. The original blend is medium roast and works best with milk or sugar.
For black coffee, Maxwell House will taste bland. For milk drinks or drip coffee at work, it is reliable. The max caffeine blend has about 110mg per 12oz cup. Prices range $6-10 per can. If you find it too mild, try the Dark Roast or French Roast - they have more body. Do not expect specialty flavor notes.
Quick comparison
| Pick | Why we like it | |
|---|---|---|
| Maxwell House Whole Bean | Fresh-grind option, milder than Folgers dark. | View → |
| Maxwell House Original | Maxwell House Original is the classic medium roast - smooth, cheap and easy pre-ground coffee. | View → |
| Maxwell House Master Blend | A touch richer than original. | View → |
Maxwell House Whole Bean
Editor’s PickFresh-grind option, milder than Folgers dark.
- + Cheap
- + Mild
- + Available
- − Plain
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Maxwell House Original is the classic medium roast - smooth, cheap and easy pre-ground coffee.
- + Cheap
- + Smooth
- + Easy
- − Pre-ground
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A touch richer than original.
- + Cheap
- + Smooth
- + Balanced
- − Flat
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Buying advice
Whole bean and a fresh grind improves it noticeably. Best for large drip pots with cream and sugar.
FAQ
vs Folgers?
Milder and smoother; Folgers dark is bolder.
Whole bean?
Buy it if you can grind fresh.
Best method?
Drip in a big pot.
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