-By Michelle Moran

I seldom get overly excited by new spice and sauce lines, but Java-Gourmet offers up a new twist on adding spice to your life. Keuka Lake Coffee Roasters from Penn Yan, N.Y., has created a range of coffee-based specialty products with simple ingredient lists even grandma can understand. The all-natural range includes eight Java Rubs, along with Java Soak, Java Sauce and Java Yaki. When I sampled them at the show, the creators explained that coffee enhances the flavor of meat and adds a depth of flavor that is like no other. When I brought them home to test, every rub we tried got a thumbs up from my group of testers; and the Java Yaki got resounding approval from me with a beautifully low sodium content. Add to that the company's support of businesses and charities in the Finger Lakes community where they operate, and you have a delicious brand with heart. Give Susan or Brian a call for more information at 888-478-2739 or visit www.java-gourmet.com.