I was given Starbucks Holiday Blend Keurig pods as a gift. I was looking forward to drinking my daily "one" cup of caffeinated coffee and what a disappointment. It is strong, too strong as a matter of fact and has a bitterness to it that I am not familiar with. I typically get my grande cup of Americano at the shop. I will continue to do that if this is what the pods taste like.

This coffee blend is excellent. It is smooth with a hint of sweetness just as described. If brewed extremely strong, you get spicy hints. LOVE IT. This holiday if you are in the mood to try something a little different, this will definitely compliment your coffee collection.

One of the most delicious coffees I've tried from the Starbucks Holiday line; this smooth, medium roast blend excites your taste buds with upfront notes of sweet/spicy maple and a light herbal note ends it. Wonderful with desserts; but I think it's a great coffee for your morning wake-up, Purchased 3 more pounds of whole bean Holiday Blend after being thrilled with the 1/2 pound bag -- strongly recommend grind as you go to keep coffee at its freshest.

From the very first sip of Starbucks Christmas Blend Coffee I knew I found the coffee I've been looking for. I've never found another coffee that can even compare to Starbucks Christmas Blend Coffee. The only problem is it's only available from October to January. I stock up now. I'll never run out of the Best Coffee I've ever had again.

I enjoy Starbucks Cafe Verona year round, or at least until the holidays roll around and Holiday Blend once again becomes available. It’s my actual favorite—if only it were available year-round. It’s classified as a Medium roast, however, I drink Dark roast and would place it in that category, easily. Counting the days ‘til it’s back on the shelves!

I love trying new flavors so I was excited to try the Holiday blend. The herbal flavor completely overpowered the maple and even the flavor of the coffee itself. No matter how much sugar or cream I add it tastes more like a Ricola lozenge than coffee. Will not be buying this in the future.

This coffee has been my go-to for the last few years - it is my FAVORITE! I am a huge coffee drinker and this is the only coffee that consistently tastes delicious. The flavor isn’t too overbearing and is just a good basic coffee. I’m super bummed it is only out at the holiday time, but I love that Sam’s carries this huge bag. This coffee always flys off the shelves, so be sure to stock up!

I love all the Holiday blends. Thanksgiving included. I buy up extra bags and store them to make it through the winter months with my "special" coffee. For those who are leaving comments about the whole beans and wishing for ground, the store will grind them for you. My husband has this done all the time when traveling with his coffee press. Just specify your grind.

i thot them there shiny blue colored coffee bags wood look good in my pantry......soooooo...i sez to meeself....why knot? I was right! They look great. I grinded up some a them beans real fine and snorted em. I sneezed all morning and was kinda jittery. It did leave a smooth roasty taste in my nose. I am hoping for some shiny purple bags soon.

I hate writing this review but I have tried brewing this coffee several different ways - drip, press, Chemex - I just feel it is very weak tasting. I can hardly describe the flavor other than to say it is very, very mild. It is just not for me. I want a richer, bolder taste or richer, taste with notes of something. I don't notice any notes of anything. So sorry, to each his/her own and this is just not for me. I am going to try to exchange it for something else.