My favourite coffee to wake up to! I can just sit and relax with this coffee for hours, but still get the boost I need to take on the day. This is a Blonde Roast coffee, so the beans are a lighter colour, but it is still brewed as strong as other roasts, giving it a lighter yet still bold flavour. You will love this coffee like we do!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Coffee is an important part of my morning, and Starbucks is one of my favorites. This Veranda blend is just as smooth, delicate with a better taste overall. This Veranda espresso roast has a little bit of sweetness that is just as delightful without or minimal creamer. I will say the intensity is a little stronger than the regular Blonde, but it is just as pleasant.

Normally I prefer the bolder tasting coffees of Starbucks, but I've become hooked on the "blond" roasts. The total price was less than I expected (maybe because of gold card?). Shipping was very quick. My only disappointment was the tiny size of the gift cup.

Have never been a 'real' coffee drinker but always wanted to have some! Other coffees were much too strong for me, and always felt I was missing out while others enjoyed their cups. All were much too strong and bitter, and hated the taste they left. The Veranda is perfect for me! Mellow, and leaves no bitter, yucky taste afterwards. This one is perfect! Thanks for making something I can totally enjoy! I had coffee envy for all those people who enjoyed their cups so muc!

I like the Veranda Blend because it has 100mg more caffeine than a dark roast. If I'm gonna drink coffee, antioxidants and caffeine is what I want beyond the taste! The Veranda Blend doesn't have the bitter taste and it's not too strong or bold. I can actually taste the nutty coffee and still enjoy "dressing it up" with a little creamer and sweetener. It's at the cross roads of a mellow and mild brew and has a soft delicate taste unlike dark roasts which taste burnt, smoky and ashy to me. The store doesn't roast Veranda past 12:00 but will do a pour over version...ugh, gross! The brewing method makes a notable difference in the taste. Veranda is best enjoyed brewed in store or the VIA packets. Unless you have the perfect coffee maker with the perfect temperature and brewing method. If Veranda isn't quite right for you and dark roast isn't either, Pike Place Blend, House Blend or Breakfast Blend is probably the next best in that order 4/5 stars because I prefer the VIA over the ground b/c I get better consistency in taste due to brew methods.. Note: First off, I'm NOT a coffee drinker. I only started during finals seasons and all nighters in undergrad 15 yrs ago then when I was working full time and school full time! When I do enjoy coffee it's usually b/c I'm visiting a friend who makes it very well or I'm at Starbucks meeting with a friend or I'm having dessert. Because I don't drink it often, I'm more aware of the tastes and can point out a good coffee (according to my liking).

I am a coffee drinker, but I don't like a coffee that is too bold. I LOVE the Starbucks experience, so to continue to enjoy it, I found a way to "doctor" up a latte so that it was more palpable. I needed a caffeine boost and I read that the Blonde has a good amount of caffeine but with a lighter, smoother taste. So I consulted my barista :) Stephen ... and he suggested that I try the 'Misto' prepared with my regular fixin's (toffee nut and vanilla bean, if you like flavor, it's delightful!). I was INSTANTLY in coffee drinker heaven. This is a new product that I can definitely stand behind. Three Cheers! *sippin my Misto..*

My husband got so excited when the Veranda blend was delivered to our house. He enjoys the taste and appreciates the smoothness. If he could drink only one coffee for the rest of his life, this would be it. I usually prefer bold, dark roast coffees, but I enjoy the Veranda blend as well.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I have to have my coffee every morning and this one is fantastic! The flavor is robust and calming at same time! No need for creamer as I love the flavor and just add small amount. Sweetener to it. If you love your coffee this is a must have.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I have been a huge fan of Starbucks since they opened. I'm thrilled to find that I can purchase the same quality items to use at home. I don't always have time to run to the local Starbucks, and these products taste just as good as our local shop.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I've been drinking this for a few weeks and this is my favorite coffee blend from Starbucks. It's got a medium roast flavor with hints of dark chocolate and almond. It's roasted perfectly and doesn't taste overly toasted. It goes great with hazelnut creamer or just black. I make a cold brew with this and the flavor profile tastes even stronger.