70s Spots: Folger’s Coffee ‘Three Spoon Test’ (1974)

“Tastes as rich as it looks.” Here’s a Folger’s Instant Coffee commercial that began a series of “Three Spoon Tests.” The spot aired in 1974. Just look at those shining crystals! Folger’s Coffee ‘3 Spoon Test’ Commercial, 1974 Previously on … Continue reading

Daily 70s Ad: Sanka Coffee ‘Boxer’ (1972)

(Click ad to enlarge) “We’ll take on any coffee in the house.” Freeze-Dried Sanka Coffee. It’s 97% “caffein” (sic) free. Daily 70s Ad #55: Sanka Coffee ‘Boxer’ originally appeared in the November 10, 1972 issue of LIFE magazine. (Source: LIFE) … Continue reading

Daily 70s Spot: Folger’s Coffee ‘Mrs Olson’ (1978)

“Mrs. Olson’s advice works.” Alrighty, let’s brew up our Daily 70s Spot. Here’s a Folger’s coffee commercial featuring famed spokesperson, Mrs. Olson (played by Virginia Christine). Spot aired in July of 1978. Update: The male actor in the spot is … Continue reading

Daily 70s Spot: Joe DiMaggio for Mr. Coffee (1975)

“America’s No.1 Selling Coffee Maker.” Our Daily 70s Spot is for Mr. Coffee and features the coffee maker’s long-time spokesman, “Joltin’ Joe” DiMaggio of the New York Yankees. The commercial aired in December of 1975. Daily 70s Spot #116: Joe … Continue reading