This coffee was good the first time I bought it. Now.....all I taste is ash and have no choice but to add sugar and milk or homemade caramel to dull down the foul cigarette ash notes in this coffee. This is not medium dark coffee. It is just straight-up ashtray water... with coffee bean notes...

I just bought this coffee to try it out. In the past I have used Starbucks French Roast and Peet’s Major D among other brands. SB And P both had rich flavor. Unfortunately, I can’t say the same with this version of Sam’s Club medium roast. Perhaps it is because it is a medium roast and I am used to a darker roast. I will try out the French Roast version next time and hopefully I will like it.

First time I purchased this coffee from Sam's Club I bought one 40 oz. bag of whole bean coffee. Coffee tasted fresh and full bodied. I enjoyed it and it's very good price. We use a lot of coffee so the second time I purchased I bought 3 40 oz. bags of whole bean and picked it up at the local Sam's Club store. I opened a bag marked as whole bean and it was ground, so was one more bag so make sure what's in the bag by feeling the whole beans inside.

I can't say enough good about this coffee (we use whole bean). I've tried them all and this not only is a great value, the quality and consistency are better than other mass brands. Been our favorite for years and we can drink other coffees but choose not to and we only supplement with a few special small batch orders otherwise.

I bought this coffee on a friend's recommendation and my husband and I can't stop talking about how good it is every time we drink it. I understand now what "full bodied" means. It is strong and flavorful without being overly acidic. I won't be buying the "*Big*bucks" type again.

For years I bought Costco Columbian Beans and loved them. There was a big roaster at my local store with lots of choices of freshly roasted beans, and wow. Then, the roaster disappeared and the Kirkland beans were packaged differently, shipped in and only Columbian was available. So I tried it once. Yuck. Once was more than enough so I started looking for a different source and Sam’s was it. These Maker’s Mark Columbian beans are really good, My wife and I have been very pleased. Our coffee maker grinds and then drips the coffee. The price is also more than fair. To be honest, I was somewhat desperate as we had run through the Starbucks varieties and nothing fit the replacement bill. I saw Sam’s beans, which were on sale, and thought why not try them. I am glad I did. You can talk about chocolate and caramel, dark or medium, or hints of fufu, I don’t care. What I will say is that this smells great as it is brewing and makes a very pleasant cup of coffee. As with any coffee you have to adjust the amount to hit your sweet spot. We came off overly dark, oily and a little bitterish Starbucks so I added a little bit more Sam’s beans and voila, a very pleasant cup of coffee. Try it and see for yourself.

Concrary to some negative reviews - this is great coffee particularly consitering the price. We have been drinking this columbian for about a year without any complaints. In fact this selection is as good or better than more expensive choices. Good work Sam's and please keep up the supply.

I loved the Kirkland Starbucks beans but had to switch to a Sam's Club membership after a recent move. Didn't think I'd find a suitable replacement of quality and value but this my friends, is IT! Such great flavor, never harsh or bitter. Makes an excellent cup. The undertone of chocolate isn't pronounced at all but definitely there. Oh, I love this coffee!! Please never stop carrying it, Sam!

This coffee is a true gem - the medium-dark roast unleashes a rich flavor and enticing aroma that instantly brightens my mornings, igniting the senses. With each sip, the smoothness and distinct Colombian character leave me craving for more. A top-notch choice for coffee enthusiasts seeking a full-bodied, delightful experience.

I think this coffee is pretty good for the price. I have found it tastes better with the beans ground a little coarser (as you would for a French press or cold brew) versus fine. That's when I get the chocolate notes. There are still some of the "chemical" notes I get from large-scale coffee like this, but I'm hoping that mellows out over the next few days. Is it a locally roasted, perfectly balanced cup of coffee? No. Is it a solid cup of coffee at a very affordable price? Yes. Next time, I'm going to try the lighter roast of Member's Mark, and would be curious how this compares to the Tim Horton beans...