Many years ago I would come awake with the smell of coffee being brewed by my grandparents. They have since passed on. I have been searching my whole adult life for that fresh brewed smell, as they died before I found out what brand they used. Bustelo isn't quite the same aroma but really, really close. And as far as taste, well let me just say it puts the others to shame. The irony is I had purchased it to add to my usual coffee brand since they hiked the price, as a way of making it stretch a little more. After I brewed the next pot, i was surprised at the full flavor and aromas of that batch. I went back to the store and bought another brick, made my next pot with that alone, and had the best cup of coffee I have ever drank. With every pot I make, the aroma reminds me of my grandfolks so many years ago.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I have no complaints whatsoever about the taste of this coffee, but as silly as it sounds the inconvenience of the packaging can’t be overlooked. I most likely wouldn’t buy this product again based solely on being lazy.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This is a great coffee and versatile. I tried it in an espresso machine, moka pot and pour over and each way it turned out great. No need for milk or water. Just throw some raw sugar in there and you’re in for a treat!

I bought this after seeing all the commercials, and some of my friends recommending it to me. I Have to get used to adjusting how much I use since it is ground so fine. However, the taste! My goodness where have you been all my coffee drinking days! This has such great robust flavor and i like how fine it's ground, less chance of getting pesky grounds in my coffee! Thank you for this great Coffee!

I drink two, sometimes 3 cups of hand ground coffee (beans) every day. Bustelo is my final cup in the 3 PM hour because as I wind down I want that last cup to be memorable and stay with me into the evening. It is stored in an airtight container in the kitchen cabinet above the single cup coffee maker.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] From the moment the container is opened, the rich aroma captivates, paving the way for a deeply satisfying and authentic taste. The finely ground texture ensures a consistently strong brew, revealing notes of dark chocolate and a subtle smokiness that balance exquisitely. What sets this coffee apart is its seamless fusion of boldness and smoothness—a true homage to classic Italian espresso. Versatile in its application, this coffee adapts perfectly to various brewing methods, maintaining its remarkable flavor profile. With practical packaging and a generous 22 oz quantity, Café Bustelo caters to both personal and shared coffee moments. Elevate your coffee ritual with this exceptional espresso ground coffee that delivers on its promise of an unparalleled and flavorful journey in every sip.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I know this is dramatic but this coffee is a life saver and no other grocery store available coffee comes close to the quality and caffeine level of this. I got this as an incentive for review right before I started my school year in September and it was perfect timing. I use this frequently in my stove top moka pot and make true espresso for lattes or drink it straight but most days I’ve green using it in my reusable k cup cartridge thing. It makes perfect dark roast strong coffee. Has the best deep coffee taste and it’s so thick and wonderful for coming out of a single cup machine. Highly recommend to anyone who loves espresso or dark roast

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I make my espresso using a moka pot, so that's the method I used to make this. It has a very deep roasted smell that is bordering on burnt, the grounds are jet black and very fine. The grind seems a little too fine for the moka pot but I'm no expert so I'm not sure. The espresso is unfortunately a bit bitter and has a slightly sour after taste so I prefer to use this in "mixed" drinks like cappuccinos and mochas. It still gives me a nice boost of energy but I don't think I'll be buying it again. I received this product as an incentive for my honest and unbiased review.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I think this coffee tastes amazing and is definitely worth it however as compared to McDonald’s ground coffee it doesn’t make a huge difference so I still enjoy it but it’s just nothing outstanding. The taste is rich and smooth and since I like my coffee with no sugar and a bit of oat milk I am pretty particular about the smoothness of the taste.

I’m not addicted to coffee; I could quit any time but have no plans to do that any time in this life… My wife gave me a handheld Minipresso machine for Christmas so that I can brew myself an emergency espresso in the middle of a long airplane ride tomorrow. I tried a couple of different blends and grinds before I hit upon Bustelo espresso grind. I love the earthiness in the aroma and aftertaste of Latin American coffees, and this was exactly what I was looking for in an espresso. I can’t wait to try it in my Nespresso machine as well, when I get back from this trip!