I was feeling very skeptic about purchasing the espresso pods and making my own drink, but once I made my salted caramel mocha at home I was very happy. Tastes just like my local Starbucks drinks.The espresso pods are wonderful! Everyone that I have made a drink for thus far has loved them!

I am not an aficionado. I do not have a grinder. I am a Starbucks fan. When I recently went back to making my own espresso, I finished off the Starbucks Espresso Roast ground coffee I had. When I bought more - Espresso Roast ground, I quickly discovered this grind is for coffee not espresso. I find the label "GROUND" deceptive but really I am upset I have a relatively expensive bag of coffee I can't use and I apparently can't buy the coffee I need.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I tend to enjoy my espresso when it’s rich and dark. This espresso roast is exactly what I look for in flavor. The coffee is rich and indulgent, with a nutty dark chocolate flavor. I like my morning espresso with three shots and a dash of almond milk. The almond milk takes just the right amount of acidity out of it. I also love that it comes pre ground because it takes a step out of the mix for me. #ad

I've enjoyed this roast for about the last 5-6 years. It has always been a wonderful Dark full-bodied roast with a hearty aroma. I don't buy it all the time because I like to drink different roasts with different moods and seasons. But when I want that hearty dark cup, this is definitely the one i reach for....also Sumatra too! I once bought a bag of whole beans of this and they were horrible, just once so I chalk that up to a bad roast, and no, they were not out of date.

I'm on auto delivery but ran low because I had company and made extra espresso shots. Just pop a pod or 2 into the verisimo, add soy milk and I'm in business. No waiting in line and I can have my latte while I'm still in my jammies. What's not to love?

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Starbucks Espresso Dark Roast Ground Coffee has such a rich bold flavor that is velvety smooth with a subtle molasses and caramel taste that complements nicely with every sip taken. As a coffee lover, I enjoy that I can get a delicious cup of coffee with the same quality of Starbucks at home. When brewing this espresso coffee the lovely smokey aroma fills the room in the mornings. If you like dark roast coffee like me ,I recommend you give Starbucks espresso a try. #freesample

I make a white mocha peppermint latte or white mocha latte. I put 1 1/2 cups of organic milk in measuring cup, microwave for 2 mins and use a good whipping wand to make a good amount of froth. But 2 shots of espresso in w syrups. Use spoon to hold back froth. Stir mild in w other ingredients, stir, add the froth on top. This latte to me is better than buying it.

The pods make a good tasting coffee. The color of the pods has recently changed though and it is a little confusing to find the milk in dark brown color pods and the coffee in white color pods. Please make the pods match the color of the product inside

I have been drinking this coffee pressed for years and I won't hardly drink anything else. So perfectly bold. But this over any other brand as well. The flavor is immensely superior in my opinion. I've tried so so so many. I'm like home when this is in my cup honestly.

I never thought I would be an espresso drinker. Unfortunately I always assumed espresso was a thick, syrupy drink. It definitely is not. Although a bold coffee it is a rich, clean taste. I gifted several pounds to coffee drinkers who had never drank espresso and it was a big hit.