If you’re a coffee lover looking for a quality yet affordable option, Mexico’s Federal Consumer Protection Office (Profeco) has released a comprehensive study comparing 33 brands of roasted and ground coffee available in supermarkets. The analysis focused on three key aspects: product quality, caffeine content, and compliance with official labeling standards. Among the brands evaluated, Blasón Gourmet emerged as one of the best options for budget-conscious consumers. Priced at 376 pesos per kilo, with an estimated cost per cup of just 38 pesos, Blasón offers excellent value while meeting the NMX-F-013-SCFI-2020 standard, ensuring no added starches, fats, sugars, or allergens. Profeco also tested premium products like Café Garat Luxury (100% Arabica) and Grand Cru, which cost over 89 pesos per cup, making them less justifiable for budget shoppers. Café Garat Regular, however, provides a balanced alternative at 37 pesos per cup with full regulatory compliance. The study included laboratory tests for moisture (maximum 6.0%), ash (maximum 6.5%), fat content (8.0%-18.0%), and caffeine levels (minimum 1.0%). Decaffeinated products were verified to contain no more than 0.15% caffeine. Labeling compliance with NOM-051-SCFI/SSA1-2010 was also checked, ensuring accurate product information. Based on Profeco’s findings, Blasón Gourmet stands out as the best affordable coffee option in supermarkets due to its low cost per cup, high yield, and adherence to quality standards.
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