Seattle’s Best Coffee Review & $100 Giveaway #1

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This is a sponsored review from BlogHer and Seattle’s Best.

How do you take your coffee?

Each morning, my coffee routine consists of one luxury cup of coffee, created by me at home using a good brew, lots of flavored creamer and topped off by my own frothed skim milk, sprinkled with sugar and cinnamon.

Bliss in a cup!

Ah, life is truly about the small things in it and a beautiful cup of coffee is one of those small things in life that I’ve come to savor and enjoy. I haven’t always been a morning coffee drinker, but since I got my own frother, I’ve come to enjoy that one cup of java in the morning to jumpstart my day.

Seattle’s Best coffee and BlogHer has given me the chance to try out some of their unique flavors for myself and tell you a little bit about their unique Coffee level system.

Let’s take a look at them:

Level One:  Mild, Light Crisp

Flavor Profile:  Pleasing acidity, low body and sweet aroma

Level Two:  Bright, Lively, Easy Drinking

Flavor Profile: Low body with a slight aroma of  cocoa and lively acidity.

Level Three:  Balanced, Smooth, Full-Flavored

Flavor Profile: Medium-bodied, medium acidity, nutty nuance and a clean finish.

Level Four:   Rich, Elegant, Complex

Flavor Profile: Lingering body, chocolatey nutty aroma

Level Five:  Bold, Dark, Intense

Flavor Profile:  Roasty aroma, rich flavor with low acidity and body

So, after reading through these Levels, what do you think YOU are?  I’d say I’m a mix of One and Two.  You can click over to Seattle’s Best and see all the Levels for yourself, with descriptions of personalities too.

For the chance to win a $100 Amazon giftcard, leave a comment telling me what you think YOUR level might be.  Read all about the personality types and coffee styles to find out, then come back here a leave a comment on this post to be eligible.

Coffee lovers will have fun with this one!

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Link to the BlogHer round up page for more chances to win: Visit the Exclusive Offers section

Link to the official rules: Visit the Official Rules

The rules:

No duplicate comments.

You may receive (2) total entries by selecting from the following entry methods:

a) Leave a comment in response to the sweepstakes prompt on this post.

b) Tweet about this promotion and leave the URL to that tweet in a comment on this post.

c) Blog about this promotion and leave the URL to that post in a comment   on this post.

d) For those with no Twitter or blog, read the official rules to learn about an alternate form of entry.

This giveaway is open to US Residents age 18 or older.

Winners will be selected via random draw, and will be notified by e-mail.

You have 72 hours to get back to me, otherwise a new winner will be
selected.  Sweepstakes dates 4/1 – 4/17-2011.

The Official Rules are available here .

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{ 468 comments }

1 Susan C April 11, 2011 at 11:59 am

I’m usually a level 2.
smchester at gmail dot com

2 I am a level2 coffee drinker, I love Seattles Best coffee. Just the thing I need to get going! April 13, 2011 at 12:27 pm

I love this coffee, just what I need in the morning. I am a level 2, coffee drinker!

3 karen April 11, 2011 at 2:43 pm

I’m a level 5 coffee-aholic. I prefer it rich and unflavored with just a touch of sugar, but every once in awhile, I absolutely love treating myself to hazelnut!! Iced coffee in the summer?? Nothing better!!~karen

4 Gina Lindsey April 11, 2011 at 3:26 pm

level 4 for sure. I love coffee and coffee loves me. It is a do or die situaton

5 Denise S April 11, 2011 at 4:37 pm

I would be a level 1.
lazybones344 at gmail dot com

6 lisa April 11, 2011 at 4:38 pm

I’m a level 3-right in the middle.

7 lisa April 11, 2011 at 4:39 pm

Tweet: http://twitter.com/flowergirl523/status/57543108828733440

8 lisa April 11, 2011 at 4:39 pm

Blogged: http://insanityisforthelame.blogspot.com/2011/04/seattles-best-coffee-review-100.html

9 Susan C. April 11, 2011 at 5:56 pm

I think I’m definitely a level 2!

10 Betty N April 11, 2011 at 6:11 pm

I would be a level 1

11 Betty N April 11, 2011 at 6:14 pm

tweet
http://twitter.com/#!/Grandma3710/status/57566829807284224

12 Jenny April 11, 2011 at 7:11 pm

Level 3 here! :)

13 Terra April 11, 2011 at 8:25 pm

I’m usually a 3, but sometimes a 4, and occasionally life calls for a 5 :)

14 Jill L April 11, 2011 at 10:45 pm

Tweeted http://twitter.com/#!/chipdip2010/status/57635386712801280

15 rose white April 11, 2011 at 11:46 pm

I am a level 3 kinda gal

16 Susan E. April 12, 2011 at 12:00 am

Most likely a 4 or 5. My husband and I are both huge coffee lovers.

rogsdock[at]gmail[dot]com

17 Tabathia B April 12, 2011 at 12:42 am

level 3 with lots of cream & sugar
tbarrettno1 at gmail dot com

18 Tabathia B April 12, 2011 at 12:44 am

tweet
http://twitter.com/#!/ChelleB36/status/57665190984036352
tbarrettno1 at gmail dot com

19 Michele Powell April 12, 2011 at 1:27 am

I’m a level 3-4!!!

nedsped at verizon dot net

20 Paul C April 12, 2011 at 8:15 am

Definitely a level 5, strong with no cream or sugar .

21 David Stewart April 12, 2011 at 12:43 pm

Hey brew seattle’s best coffee every morning for my wife and I enjoy number three the best.

22 Jill S April 12, 2011 at 1:01 pm

I think that level 3 sounds like my kind of coffee – A little bold but not too much!

23 Margie April 12, 2011 at 1:07 pm

I think I’d like to try the level 2. Sounds really good!

24 Debbie April 12, 2011 at 6:24 pm

Level 5 Coffee and I are one forever! ♥♥♥♥♥♥

25 Suzanne April 12, 2011 at 8:02 pm

I am a #5! I use Splenda in my coffee too

26 Suzanne K April 12, 2011 at 8:38 pm

I think I’m a level 3 but it has to be decaf (my body does not do well with caffeine), and I always put lots of yummy flavored non-dairy creamer in!

27 Janssen April 12, 2011 at 9:09 pm

Level zero, I guess, since I’ve never had a cup of coffee. I do love the smell, though. . .

28 Bart April 12, 2011 at 9:21 pm

The smell of coffee reminds me of breakfast at my dad’s house. But I don’t drink it myself. My dad’s probably a level 3 through ;)

29 Marylou Sakosky April 13, 2011 at 7:38 am

Love this coffee an i am a level 3 . I left the wall url to let you know . Its just everyone thinks half an half is one an i need
2 cups of Seattle Best (^!^)

30 Eva April 13, 2011 at 8:32 am

I think I’d be a Level 3

31 Eva April 13, 2011 at 8:34 am

I tweeted:
http://twitter.com/?status=Seattle%27s%20Best%20Coffee%20Review%20%26%20%24100%20Giveaway%20%231%20-%20http%3A%2F%2Fsouthernhospitalityblog.com%2Fgiveaway-winners%2Fgiveaways%2Fseattles-best-coffee-review-100-giveaway-1%2F#!/holud/status/58145736193351680

32 RACHEL RUSS April 13, 2011 at 8:37 am

i AM DEFINATLY A LEVEL 3. WHILE 3 IS THE ONE I PREFER I DO ENJOY NUMBERS 2 AND 4. I THINK SEATLES BEST COFFEE IS A GREAT WAY TO UNWIND!RACHEL

33 Andrea S April 13, 2011 at 8:38 am

Level 2 here!!and I love me my coffee !

34 Tim Kerek April 13, 2011 at 8:40 am

I like my level 3 mixed with hot cocoa for a great cafe mochoa.

35 JenMarie L April 13, 2011 at 10:13 am

Level 5 all the way from this coffee-holic! :) Decided to try level 5 as I love a rich, bold brew and I was not disappointed! I just add a bit of creamer, this brew is very, very tasty! bravo to Seattle’s best! just wish I could get whole bean instead of only ground in my area, guess not enough of us like to grind our own. Looking forward to trying this iced in the summer. mmmm, yummy! I would love if they sold pods for my Keurig.

36 Milissa April 13, 2011 at 10:32 am

Not suprising, I am a level 1; I like it light.

37 Jen April 13, 2011 at 10:57 am

I’m a coffee addict, got to be a 5. somedays a 3 maybe (those are the more relaxing days)
mamato6@ cox.net

38 Jen April 13, 2011 at 11:01 am

tweeted http://tinyurl.com/68vda77
mamato6@cox.net

39 Holly Henderson April 13, 2011 at 11:30 am

I think I am a level three. Thanks!

40 Marilyn April 13, 2011 at 11:33 am

I am a level 3 for my everyday coffee. If I get a chance to relax and really enjoy a cup I go for a 4.

41 Holly Henderson April 13, 2011 at 11:40 am

I blogged!
http://funkymonkeymom.blogspot.com/2011_04_01_archive.html

42 Carol Marshall April 13, 2011 at 11:46 am

I am a level 4. Deserving of Royal Luxury. : )

43 AprilG April 13, 2011 at 12:08 pm

I think I’d be a Level 2, maybe 3.

44 shawn poole April 13, 2011 at 12:20 pm

A Level 3 all the time :)

45 Timo April 13, 2011 at 12:27 pm

I Love Lvl 5…BOLD BABY

46 Emjay Cee April 13, 2011 at 12:31 pm

Level One here, love Seattle’s Best Coffee! Great giveaway, thanks!

47 Kelly April 13, 2011 at 12:52 pm

I am a definitely a level 5..

48 Leigh S. April 13, 2011 at 1:00 pm

I am 2 and 3 depends on what I want that day.I am really glad to have a Seattle’s Best near me, don’t really like the coffee at the other places.

49 Terry Beck-Bradford April 13, 2011 at 1:18 pm

Gotta go with LEVEL 5! TY!

50 anjie henley April 13, 2011 at 1:23 pm

LEVEL 4

51 beverly banton April 13, 2011 at 1:41 pm

i love seattles coffee.i am a level 5 i like it black and strong.i am really a big coffee drinker.

52 Stacy April 13, 2011 at 1:46 pm

I am a level 2. Not too strong but just right. It has a great smooth taste.

53 MARY LEYVA April 13, 2011 at 3:02 pm

I am a Level 5 and here is why:
I am BOLD — I am a strong female who is a Mother & Wife.
I am DARK — I can keep secrets & keep things to myself.
I am INTENSE — I can be overcome with emotions as a woman does at times.

54 Lisa K. April 13, 2011 at 3:04 pm

level 1 or 2 and a couple cups worth, depending on how much I’m draggin my wagon in the morning!

55 Lydia April 13, 2011 at 3:19 pm

I am for sure a level 5 – I have always drunk my coffee strong, and black :)

56 Amanda April 13, 2011 at 4:25 pm

I am a number 1.÷)

57 Michelle April 13, 2011 at 5:16 pm

I am a level 4. I love my coffee. I drink it all day long.

58 Patricia April 13, 2011 at 5:28 pm

I am a level 4. The darker the coffee the better the taste..mmmm…coffee coffee coffee! Makes me smile just thinkin about it!!!

59 Marcia Goss April 13, 2011 at 6:27 pm

I’m a level 3!

60 Marcia Goss April 13, 2011 at 6:29 pm

Tweet.
http://twitter.com/#!/mgoss123/status/58295719961964545

61 Meli April 13, 2011 at 7:08 pm

There’s nothing quite like the aroma of fresh brewing or brewed coffee! I like mine rich, bold, flavorful and aromatic! Add a touch of cream and a little sugar! Yum! In the evening a splash of Amaretto or Kaluha…. even better!

62 Meli April 13, 2011 at 7:11 pm

I am definitely a Level 5!

63 Leslie D. April 13, 2011 at 8:00 pm

I am most definitely a level one coffee drinker…thank you.

64 Lisa Vigna April 13, 2011 at 9:17 pm

I’m usually a level 4 but on an exceptionally stressful day, I’ll bump up to 5! Twitter: Lavesq

65 jolene April 13, 2011 at 10:15 pm

I’d like to try level 1 because i like sweet stuff

66 Kerry April 13, 2011 at 10:29 pm

I would say I’m a level 4.

67 Kerry April 13, 2011 at 10:32 pm

tweeted: http://twitter.com/#!/KerryBishop/status/58356849820434432

68 Jessica P April 13, 2011 at 10:48 pm

I’m a 3, but some days I could slide that up or down and be happy.

pestkaj@(yahoo)dot)com

69 Tina M April 13, 2011 at 11:10 pm

level 3 absolutely. I love to drink coffee every morning.

70 Tina M April 13, 2011 at 11:11 pm

http://twitter.com/#!/HappyTina0115/status/58366640898850816

71 PBPD April 13, 2011 at 11:19 pm

I’m not really a coffee drinker, so if I tried out Seattle’s Best, I’d have to go with the Level 1.

72 Alicia April 14, 2011 at 12:30 am

I’m not a coffee drinker, but my BFF (who is) says level 4 would be awesome for her.

Thanks for the giveaway >^..^<

73 Donna B. April 14, 2011 at 8:07 am

I’m a level 4, although occasionally I’ll take a walk on the level 5 side :)

I like my coffee with sweetened with stevia, and with a touch of creamer (sometimes plain, sometimes flavored – at the moment, it’s Creme Brule)

74 nanjhall April 14, 2011 at 11:47 am

I like my coffee mild and light so that makes me level 1.

75 nanjhall April 14, 2011 at 11:47 am

My tweet: http://twitter.com/njhhb/statuses/58557067581067264

76 Maura April 14, 2011 at 4:06 pm

Level 3 for me! Thanks for the give away.

77 Jeremy April 14, 2011 at 10:40 pm

http://twitter.com/bikeohio/status/58721106588217344

78 Sarah L April 15, 2011 at 12:14 am

I wouldn’t care to try any level because I don’t like coffee (or even mocha flavoring).
I *do* like Amazon.
Thanks for the contest.

79 Sarah L April 15, 2011 at 12:44 am

blogged: http://slehan.blogspot.com/2011/04/win-100-visa-blogher-seattles-best.html

80 M.A. April 15, 2011 at 12:18 pm

In lieu of espresso I’m clearly a Level 5.

81 Jeannett April 15, 2011 at 1:17 pm

I’m a level 5 with just a touch of half and half, no sugar.

82 Sky April 15, 2011 at 5:14 pm

I tried this coffee a few weeks ago, Level 4 has my heart!

83 sy April 15, 2011 at 5:57 pm

i’m a level 1 mild. i like to put lots of sugar in my coffee too.
songyueyu at gmail

84 sy April 15, 2011 at 6:13 pm

i tweeted:https://twitter.com/#!/syytta/status/59016441097224193

85 Daniel M April 15, 2011 at 8:06 pm

i’m probably a 3

86 Debbie C April 15, 2011 at 8:32 pm

I like my coffee mild with lots of cream and sugar, mild, so I’d be a Level One.

dchrisg3 @ gmail . com

87 Debbie C April 15, 2011 at 8:33 pm

Tweeted
http://twitter.com/#!/DchrisG3/status/59051547010670592

dchrisg3 @ gmail . com

88 MelissaO April 15, 2011 at 8:54 pm

Level 3 or 4.

wolverina401 at gmail dot com

89 Carolsue April 16, 2011 at 3:41 am

I am a level 2 — I graduated recently from a level 1.
Digicat {at} Sbcglobal {dot} Net

90 Crolsue April 16, 2011 at 3:41 am

I posted this giveaway on my blog. Here is where you can find it.
http://carolsbloggys.blogspot.com/p/blogher-and-seattles-best-coffee.html
Digicat {at} Sbcglobal {dot} Net

91 Erica C. April 16, 2011 at 8:37 am

I think I’m a level 1.

92 Claire April 16, 2011 at 10:42 am

I think I am a level 4.

93 abitnerdy April 16, 2011 at 12:45 pm

I am… a level 2! bright! lively! and easy drinking! perfect for busy mornings :)

94 Jennifer April 16, 2011 at 12:54 pm

A level 4

95 Melissa T April 16, 2011 at 1:01 pm

I tweeted about the promo!

linky: http://twitter.com/abitnerdy/status/59300302444183552

96 Doug Denny April 16, 2011 at 3:33 pm

I would be a level 3. Thanks!

ddenny20110 at gmail dot com

97 Barbara April 16, 2011 at 4:05 pm

I’m a level 4. Lots of coffee flavor without the burnt rubber tire flavor that French Roasts taste like to me.

oinkmoobaa@yahoo.com

98 PauleyD April 16, 2011 at 4:12 pm

I’m a level 1, I like mild flavored coffee. I’d add 4 creams and 4 sugars!

pauleyd68 (at) yahoo (dot) com

99 PauleyD April 16, 2011 at 4:12 pm

http://twitter.com/lpauld68/status/59348146052014080

Thanks!

100 PauleyD April 16, 2011 at 4:13 pm

(http://twitter.com/lpauld68/status/59348146052014080)

Thanks!

101 Tammy Darling April 16, 2011 at 4:44 pm

I’m level 3!

102 Robin April 16, 2011 at 5:06 pm

I’m definately a level 4