Chained to a Brand, Part I: Dunkin Donuts

I decided some time ago that there are some coffees which was darn good, in spite of their national rap, their ubiquitous brand, and their general reputations, are worth a discussion and review. Sometimes, these have earned their reputation for being bland or unflavored. However, as of recent, more and more have realized that local coffee shops have great products, and that the national brands needed to step their game up.

One that has had a long reputation for having high quality coffee is the famous Dunkin Donuts. They've always been known for years for having tasty donuts, but among those in the know, they have had a reputation for transcendent coffee.

However, the Dunkin Donuts's entrée into Nashville has been somewhat recent. They offer both the restaurant experience, and grocery store sales of whole bean and ground coffees both in their restaurants and in the stores.

Having had their coffees several times in several contexts, I am surprised at the blandness. I will say that their home-brew often are often richer than at the stuff I've had from the restaurants, but I am still not thrilled no matter what.

You could do a lot worse than Dunkin Donuts if you need a quick jolt; the coffee isn't bad at all. There's just nothing special to it.