My Copper Cow Review
Is This Vietnamese Coffee Subscription Worth Trying?
If you’re a fan of Shark Tank, the reality show on ABC that invites budding entrepreneurs to pitch their business ideas to a group of blood-thirsty investors, you may have also found The Pitch, a podcast from Gimlet Media with a similar concept. I’m a big fan of both, and I first learned about Copper Cow back in 2019 when the founder, Debbie Wei Mullin, made an appearance on the podcast. The idea for Copper Cow is a clever one: Vietnamese pour-over coffee that requires no additional brewing equipment. No ceramic dripper, no metal Phin filter, no Chemex. Only hot water and a mug.
The idea stuck with me, so when Copper Cow reached out to see if we’d be interested in reviewing their coffee, I was excited. Would the clever packaging actually work? Would it be easy to use? Would it really deliver a great cup of coffee?
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Pros & Cons
The Pros
- Copper Cow sends subscribers individually-packaged servings of Vietnamese coffee.
- Organic beans are sustainably sourced from Vietnam.
- Flavored coffees are made with all-natural flavors.
- Whether you drink your coffee black or prefer your coffee the traditional Vietnamese way (with sweetened condensed milk), there’s a subscription for you.
- The innovative design is perfect for pour-over coffee on the go— no coffee maker required!
- Copper Cow is woman-owned and based in California.
- The packaging is eco-friendly. The foil wrapping is recyclable, and the coffee grounds are compostable.
- You can make hot or iced coffee, and you control the brew strength. Prefer stronger coffee like espresso? Just add less water.
- Want to try the coffee before committing to a subscription? No problem. You can place a one-time order at coppercowcoffee.com.
- It’s easy to cancel your subscription online.
The Cons
- Each serving is individually wrapped, so if you’re brewing daily at home, you may find the packaging excessive.
- Since the product is designed for pour-over brewing, you won’t have the option to use another brewing method.
- Decaf coffee is not yet available via subscription, but you can place a one-time order in the shop.
- All of the beans you’ll receive are roasted by Copper Cow. If you want to sample a variety of roasters, another subscription might be a better fit.
Is It Worth It?
- Enjoy Vietnamese coffee? Want delicious pour-over coffee that requires no additional brewing equipment? Looking for coffee you can make on the go? Then, yes, I think it’s definitely worth it!
About Copper Cow Coffee
Copper Cow specializes in Vietnamese coffee, and they use a mix of 70% Robusta and 30% Arabica beans. Traditionally, Vietnamese coffee is brewed pour-over style using a Phin filter, and Copper Cow has designed innovative packaging that allows their pre-ground coffee to be made without any additional brewing equipment.
There are a variety of different flavored coffees available, but Copper Cow’s standard offering is black coffee served with sweetened condensed milk. You can sign up for a subscription or place a one-time order in the online store.
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If you’d like to receive Copper Cow on a set schedule, there are several subscriptions to choose from. For those who prefer to drink their coffee black, there’s the “Just Black Subscription.” The “Classic Subscription” also sends sweetened condensed milk, and the “Variety Subscription” and “Party Pack” feature flavored coffees, like salted caramel, vanilla, and churro.
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Each serving is individually packaged in a foil wrapper, and the coffee can be brewed directly out of the bag— all you need is hot water and a mug.
Your preferred selection is shipped out monthly, and the subscription price varies based on which box you choose.
The Cost
The Subscription: Copper Cow Vietnamese Coffee
Coffee Subscription Cost:
- The Just Black Subscription: 20 Black Coffee packs + 2 Free Flavor Samples for $35.00 per shipment
- Variety Subscription: 20 Variety Coffees + 2 Free Flavor Samples for $39.00 per shipment
- The Classic Subscription: 20 Black Coffees & 20 Creamers + 2 Free Flavor Samples for $45.00 per shipment
- The Party Pack Subscription: 20 Variety Coffees & Creamers + 2 Free Flavor Samples for $49.00 per shipment
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Shipping:
- Ships to the U.S. (including Hawaii and Alaska).
- Shipping is free when you sign up for a coffee subscription or spend $30.00 or more in the shop.
This box was sent to us at no cost for review. (Check out our review process post to learn more about how we review boxes.)
My Copper Cow Delivery
Vietnamese Coffee is having a moment in my house right now. I recently reviewed Nguyen Coffee Supply, and I’ve been treating myself to the occasional coffee brewed using one of the Phin filters that came in my shipment. This method of preparation results in a rich, concentrated cup of coffee, which I really enjoy, and Copper Cow has created a way to produce the same effect without the extra equipment. It’s not too much of a hassle to make coffee with a Phin filter, but I was intrigued by Copper Cow’s innovation, and I was curious to see how their portable pour-over would work for me.
It’s been less than two weeks and the coupon is no longer active. It would have been nice to know if it was a limited time offer… or are you going to work with them to get an active coupon back?
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That’s pretty cool! I love condensed milk in coffee. Those little packets are nice.
My regular coffee is instant since it’s fast and the caffeine is relatively low but I love Copper Cow as a treat or on days when I need extra caffeine. I agree the packaging would be a bit much for daily use, and to me it’s pricey for coffee you drink at home, but it does taste great.
They have awesome deals for Black Friday – I know that’s far away but when the time comes it’s totally worth checking out!
I have wanted to try this coffee before but never did because I can’t find a small package. I don’t want to spend that much money because I drink my coffee black.
We started using this at home while we were doing our kitchen remodel and were looking for a coffee that tasted better than instant and didn’t require the use of a coffee maker. Now that our remodel is done, we’re hesitant to go back to the coffee pot because this coffee tastes so much better, it’s rich and sweet, and we just love it. We’ve also been taking it with us camping which has really improved our camping mornings.
Just to add – I’ve spoken with the manufacturer of the filter portion, and the entire filter apparatus is not compostable, just the coffee grounds. If the filter apparatus is thrown into compost or buried, it won’t biodegrade.
I have yet to try their coffee, but I agree that the design is awesome. The logo! So good! Also love those portable pour-over filters—so fun/useful for camping!