I use the pods either for espresso longo-based cappuccino (with Nespresso frother) or 6-7 ounce taller brew to which I add a half ounce of half-and-half. The flavor and body is so much better than any Keurig coffee. I like that I can control the amount of coffee and brew according to what I'm in the mood for.

There are only two roasts that are excellent to use in your home espresso machine; Starbucks Espresso Roast and Starbucks Italian Roast. Both have a full body, excellent balance, and strength to wake you up in the morning as well as pique your tastebuds and satisfy your cravings for that first cup. I always use whole milk in my lattes because it makes a perfect balance to the dark roasted coffee, rounding out the piquant, slightly bitter flavor just right. I also use this roast to make a White Chocolate Mocha, using Starbucks White Chocolate Sauce made by Fontana and available from their website. Overall, I like to try the special and seasonal coffees, but I grind them for French Press. Espresso Roast is great that way as well, but a cup of jo just can't compete with a well-crafted latte.

I am one of those people that NEEDS coffee to get me going...like before I leave the house. Unfortunately, that means I must make my first cup of espresso myself. :( When I discovered Starbucks Espresso Roast I finally found a super fresh roasted flavor that is deep and rich with something like carmel flavor. Every bag makes the same great cup of espresso! I have tried fresh roasted from local places and they just don't compare in consistency and quality. The only downside is that it does not come complete with a barista and I have to clean and refill my machine with water and make the puck of espresso, but, I can live with that.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I received the Starbucks Expresso Roast ground coffee in review for my honest opinion and i must say starbucks went above and beyond with this espresso roast ground coffee, it tastes just like I was drinking an espresso. It was smooth. The aroma of the coffee made me want more. I was well caffeinated throughout the day. I highly recommend. #freesample #ad

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

Espresso Roast is just the right balance of flavors. The carmel, smokey taste is bold yet does not have any bite to it. I add milk to mine to try copying a Starbuck Latte plain. I wish Starbuck would sell in K-cups the espresso and milk --Latte set as they do in their coffee maker cups..

I recently purchased a burr grinder so this is my first time buying the whole beans instead of grind. I really like Starbucks Espresso. I've never been much of a coffee drinker but give me a latte on a cold day and I'm a happy camper! Freashy ground sure does taste good!

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.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I absolutely LOVED the Starbucks Expresso Roast. I love the rich aroma and the hints of molasses and caramelized sugar. The dark roast coffee smelled delicious, tasted incredible, and left me wanting a second cup every time!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love the rich and delicious flavor of Starbucks Espresso Roast. This is a dark roast coffee with notes of molasses and caramel. I brewed it as a pour over and found the taste to be flavorful and paired well with my almond milk. I love it! #freesample