[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.

We have some pretty die hard brewed coffee friends and family. Of the 2 dozen times, I switched their coffee for the VIA instant, they swore up and down that I was lying when I said "so, how do you like INSTANT coffee?!?! Not ONE person knew the difference, not ONE! And NOW they ALL ask for "instant" coffee when they come! They absolutely love it! Thank you Starbucks! !!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I'm not big on a light roast but this one tastes great! The chocolate notes add to the coffee in such a fun and pleasant way that surprised me a lot. I don't drink decaf but this roast is so light I treat it like decaf.

I suffer from Acid Reflux Disease. I thought I would have to give up coffee altogether. This coffee is so light in acidity that it doesn't bother my stomach at all and it's delicious. I am so very pleased that I don't have to pay the high prices for low acid coffees that still make me sick.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Veranda Blend is smooth and mild. I didn't find it to be bitter. It's a mellow blend, but it's not watery. I like to drink it black with ice or a little creamer when it's hot. It tastes really great both ways. It's not harsh or too bold. If you like milder coffees, then I recommend this blend for you.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I had tasted Starbucks Veranda Blend in the past and loved it. But this #freesample makes me think that either my tastes have changed since then or the recipe has. It's a little less smooth and a little more bitter than I remember. However, it's still delicious!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Rich, robust flavor with notes of chocolate and nice coffee crispness. Pairs beautifully with my morning bagel and with dessert. I made an excellent coffee infused rub for steaks with it for the grill.

I used to drink awake tea every morning a Starbucks until they switched to artificially flavored Teavana which we tried years ago in Texas horrible quality and taste. Therefore I switched from Tea to Veranda blond best coffee available except Reserves

Was never a drinker of the regular Starbucks coffee because I did not like the strong, bitter, ashtray-like taste. I always opted for a flavored espresso drink instead. Decided to try this when it came out and I am glad I did. Not too strong; not bitter and overall, a wonderful flavor! The blonde roast is delicious! It is my new regular! Please don't ever drop this delightful coffee from your menu.

I just tried the veranda blend this morning & I LOVE it!! I was very skeptical because I tried the willow blend when it first came out & didn't care for it--too acidic & bitter. The veranda is perfect for people like me who like a lighter roast & well balanced coffee. I tasted no citrus & no weird after taste! Very smooth & mellow. PLEASE PLEASE make it in DECAF!!!!!!! Despite my caffeine intolerance, i'll still drink this every now & then but, the barista told me that blonde roasts have more caffeine, so I can't drink it all of the time. If this blend come out in decaf, it might just convert this avid tea drinker to a coffee fanatic!!! :)