StarbucksWhole Bean Coffee, Dark Roast Coffee, Espresso Roast, 100% Arabica, 1 bag (18 oz)

I know, I know, Starbucks. I do not enjoy their in-house coffee when they brew it, it always has a Starbucks burnt taste. I thought it was how they roast their beans. So, purchasing a whole bean bag for home brewing was a risk. Turns out, when brewed correctly, this French Roast has none of the burnt taste, just plenty of good French Roast flavor. At the time of purchase it was more than a bargain.

Starbucks dark roast is one of our home staples. It’s always a quality product with a smooth taste. Did you know that darker roasts tend to have lower acidity? I used to buy lighter roasts thinking I was doing my stomach a favor. Then I came across several articles about how darker roasts have a lower acidity, and that rings true with this dark roast. It always tastes great. I like ordering multiple 12 oz packs from Amazon as it is less expensive than my local grocery store.

So glad to find this at Amazon. During the pandemic, Starbucks did not grind coffee at the store, and so I got into the habit of purchasing whole beans and grinding them myself. As coffee prices continue to rise, this remains reasonably priced. Not available in this size in stores. Appreciate being able to purchase these.

This coffee beans smelt so good after I ground them for my Moka pot. I was the best expresso that I have ever had. I really enjoyed every drop of it. I would buy this coffee again. Best expresso coffee!

For the espresso flavorOk coffee for espresso.Personal preference as this is a bit to bitter for me. It does work as my back up if I cant get ahold of my main bean style.I love making iced espressos in the morning. I'm picky and like it a very particular way that coffee shops just can't replicate (mainly because of the syrup I use)This isn't my favorite bean to use but it works in a pinch.I've noticed its hit or miss on roast. Sometimes its roasted and really oily and nice. Other times its over roasted and smells burnt, coffee tastes burnt also when that happens.Its not a very consistent roast. If you like inconsistent espresso making this is a bean for you.I'm giving 4 stars specifically because of the inconsistent roast. There shouldn't be variation with a company like Starbucks.I could never get this to crème very well when making espresso. It was always quite flat.I do not recommend this for cold brew or drip makers. Its too dark of a roast. May work in a french press or moka pot.Quality is pretty inline with price. You are getting what you pay for. As in not the top shelf coffee but not the bottom shelf either. This is squarely in the mid tier coffee bean realm.For the café Verona flavor.It's my go to. Beans have consistent roast, as in every bag is the same. Has an earthy chocolate flavor. Almost never bitter but if it is can be negated with some half and half (that's what I use)The café Verona is my every day espresso. I'm not a big Starbucks fan but this bean is so good, it is the best bean I've found for myself. Exactly what I want in an espresso bean.

My favorite coffee to make easy fast espresso at home. I use an electric grinder to get it to the right consistency and it goes a long way. It always smells great and tastes great too. I like strong coffee and this is perfect.

This is my number one favorite coffee, or should I say espresso?It has a very richA mellow flavor.It is not harsh or strong. It does not leave a acidy bad taste in your mouth. I love it, Gary.

I've tried many espressos and I always come back to this one. The richness and smoothness when I pull espresso shots at home is perfect. I love the price as well. I reorder every couple months.