Many coffee drinkers prefer bold, dark roasts to kick start their days, and Keurig users have a variety of options for the best dark roast k-cups.
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This past Christmas, a Facebook memory popped up to remind me that I got my first Keurig under the tree 10 years ago. 10 years!
I’ve been a loyal k-cup drinker ever since. But my tastes have changed a bit, and while I used to be more of a medium roast gal, I now lean into the dark roasts.
Can You Get Used to Black Coffee?
More recently, I’m trying to clean up my addiction to flavored coffee creamer, so I’ve been drinking my coffee black most of the time.
A little tip if you think there’s no way you can drink black coffee, because SAME: you can learn to like it. Really!
I really didn’t think I could make the switch, and unbelievably with these smooth dark roasts below, there is no bitterness and I’m enjoying black coffee like I never thought I could. Having high-quality coffee makes ALL the difference.
Of course, I was still enjoying these dark roasts when I used creamer, so however you take your coffee, if you love a bold cup of java, these are the k-cups to try.
Best Dark Roast K Cups
Here are my top 10 picks for the best dark roast k-cups. Not only have I personally tasted all of these to confirm that they are the best dark roast k-cups available, but I’ve checked into what blends other dark roast lovers are buying.
What sells the best time and time again because people love these reliably robust varieties? I’ve got them for you here.
Best Dark Roast K-Cup Coffee
If you like your coffee dark, robust, and smooth, this list of the 10 best dark roast k-cups will help you find your new favorite morning cup. Green Mountain Double Diamond K-Cup coffee is a reliable dark, bold brew. This blend actually has more coffee inside the k-cup than other varieties, making it the perfect choice for those that prefer a strong cup of coffee. I think all of the Green Mountain blends are reliable, and this one is no different. Green Mountain French Roast is deep and smooth, no bitter aftertaste. It's one of my favorites. Like the Double Diamond variety, Green Mountain Dark Magic K-cups include more coffee inside the k-cup than other cups. This is one of my go-tos for a reliable dark, rich, roast that is not bitter. Cafe Bustelo Espresso Roast K-Cups is one of my new favorites. I find myself reaching for these poppin' yellow k-cups regularly. A Cuban blend that is actually a mix of dark and medium beans, it hits that perfect balance of rich, bold flavor and aroma, with a smooth taste - no bitterness! Original Donut Shop K-Cups can be considered a medium roast, but I really think they belong more in the dark roast category. Made with the highest quality Arabica beans , these extra-bold k-cups contain more coffee than typical pods. That means more caffeine per cup, so bring it on each day around my 3pm slump! Looking for a dark coffee that goes perfectly with a sweet treat? You know that combo is right up Dunkin' Donuts' alley, and the Dunkin' Donuts Dark K-cups fits the bill. This roast is very strong and bold to kick start your day, or balance out your favorite sweet treat. This is another coffee you might not be familiar with if you don't live near a Tim Hortons. These popular coffee shops are located in about a dozen states in the USA, and the Tim Hortons Dark Roast is a favorite bold blend that you can now enjoy at home with these k-cups! Green Mountain Sumatra Reserve K-cups are Fair Trade certified and organic. This is another one of my favorites for it's deep, rich flavor. Folgers is the coffee my parents drank when I was growing up, long before Keurigs were a thing. If you're thinking something from Folgers can't possibly wow your dark-roast tastes, think again. Folgers Black Silk K-cups are smooth, robust, and not at all bitter. I absolutely love this variety! Why pay for a Starbucks at the drive through when you can make your own at home? Starbucks Caffe Verona is one of the original Starbucks blends, and this dark, robust roast is the one I use to make iced coffee. 10 Best Dark Roast K-Cups
Where To Get K-Cups
One of the best parts of using a Keurig is the opportunity to try different blends, and I love that there is such a huge selection.
Mix and match some of the suggestions for the best dark roast k-cups above, or shop here for other great options:
- Browse more dark roast options here.
- Check Costco or other stores where you shop. They often have great deals and variety!
K-Cup Giveaway
Cross Country Cafe is sponsoring a giveaway for See Mom Click readers! One winner will be able to choose 4 boxes of dark roast k-cups from the 10 varieties I’ve listed in this post! This giveaway is open to US residents only, ages 18+. It will end at 11:59pm ET on February 15, 2021. Good luck!
Christine says
Thank you for these suggestions! I have been on the quest for a nice strong robust cup of coffee using a K-cup macnine. Until now every kind I’ve trie have tasted watered down and terribly weak. So I will go to the store with this post in hand and look for one on your list. Its going to be hard to narrow it down but ill try!
Lindsay Frank says
Let me know if you found one you love. I think my favorite on this list has become the Verona from Starbucks.
Paul Sielski says
I drink about 2/3 of the pods you listed. Sumatra blend (Starbucks) is my favorite. Cafe Bustello is good also. Can you send me a list of dark coffee assortments to order if you have one. Thanks
Lindsay Frank says
I like the Cafe Bustello, too! If you click on each pic, it will take you to the website where I order. Do you want one box with an assortment of dark roasts? This variety pack includes a few really good roasts that I like: https://shrsl.com/2a3n0
Michael J Peterman says
If you havent tried them already, newmans own organic is a really good dark roast. Looking forward to trying cafe bustelo! Thanks
Lindsay Frank says
Yes! I like that one too! Cafe Bustelo is one of my favorites from this list. Cheers to great cups of coffee!
Cindy Merrill says
The Tim Hortons Dark Roast- clear winner, hands down! Has a smoothness none of the other options have.
tymra says
the bustello espresso
Diana says
I love Dunkin so I would be interested in trying their Dark roast. I love their original and Colombian.
Diana
Carina Singh says
Starbucks Cafe Verona is what I would love to try!
Frank Lee says
Love that coffee
Britton S says
The Starbucks coffee looks great
al says
Folger’s Black Silk
Alyce Poalillo says
Green Mountain Sumatra Reserve K-cups would be my favorite
EMMA L HORTON says
FOLGERS BLACK SILK…I LOVE FORGERS COFFEE.
monique s says
I like the Dunkin Donuts dark roast. Their coffee is amazing
Kris I. says
I want to try the cafe bustelo! I love their products
Toni Conerly says
Great blog! I love strong coffee and have tried a few of those listed above. The Tim Horton is something I’ve never heard of so I would love to try that one!
LynneMarie says
I’m most excited to try the Green Mountain Dark Magic.
Steve says
I love Dunkin so they would be my first choice to try but honestly they all look good to me.
Jill B says
Folgers Black Silk
Natasha Thompson says
I want to try the dunking donuts flavor 😍
Donna L says
I would pick the Starbucks Cafe Verona flavor
Tony Platz says
I would like to try the Folger’s Black Silk .
Michelle Coles says
I want to try the Folgers Black Silk!
athena graeme says
I am excited to try the folgers black silk. I always loved their instant coffees, I bet this is good too.
Donna Fulton says
I’ve been drinking Dunkin Donuts dark roast. I love it
Sharon Rooney says
I love Dunkin Donuts coffee so the one that I would like to try would be the Dunkin’ Donuts Dark.
Melissa Street says
I’m a big fan of dark roast coffees. I love the Cock full of nuts and Folger’s Silk. There’s a local coffee shop, Jersey Charm, by me that makes the most incredible dark roast coffees in kkups … all New Jersey themed. Great post! Many new dark roast options to try. Thanks!
Jen Schorr says
I’ve tried a few of them already, but my dad swears by Sumatra, which I haven’t tried yet, so the Green Mountain Sumatra Reserve is one I’m looking forward to trying.
Marci says
Tim Hortons Dark Roast!
Steph says
I would like to try the Starbucks Caffe Verona.
Kimberly N says
NEED….MORE….COFFEE….
Heather says
I love the donut shop coffee! Always a winner in my book!
Julie Waldron says
I’m most excited to try the Dunkin’ Donuts Dark K-cups.
Toni Conerly says
The Tim Horton is something I’ve never heard of so I would love to try that one!
Alexandra Y says
I’d like to try the Starbucks Verona.
Dana says
I would prefer the Starbucks Caffe Verona coffee.
Shelly Peterson says
I want to try the Starbucks Caffe Verona
Lisa V. says
I’d most like to try the Dunkin Donuts Dark Roast K-Cups.
Cathy Truman says
I would like the Green Mountain French Roast and the Donut Shop
Jeremy Mclaughlin says
The Dunkin Donuts dark roast.
Tressie says
The Dunkin Donuts dark roast. My hubbby wouldbe happy
Linda says
Love my coffee!
Dawn Keenan says
I think the sumatran blend sounds like a great one!
Diana says
I’m excited to try the Tim Horton’s Dark Roast K-Cups!
Johannah says
I would love to try the Starbucks Cafe Verona – have tried and liked a few of the others but never tried this one.
Ken Ohl says
love to try the Dunkin Donuts Dark Roast
Leela says
Cafe Bustelo Espresso Roast K-Cups.
Sonia Mendez says
Love bustelo espresso coffee. Also green mountain varieties of dark roast. Would like to try others on your list
susie says
Green Mountain, Dark Magic. Never have tried it, but would love to as I love strong, black coffee just to wake up.
Jeanne Coulombe says
The green mountain Sumatra would be the one for me.
vickie says
We love Tim Horton’s coffee so I’m thinking to us it would be the best.
Kim Holsapple says
The Starbucks Cafe Verona looks very enjoyable. It was really a tough choice to narrow it down to one
heather says
I am most excited to try the Dunkin Donuts flavor that sounds amazing.
Laura Rubenstein says
I would love to try the Folgers Black Silk!
Candie L says
I like the french roast Thank you
Breanne says
I would like to try the Green Mountain Sumatra Reserve K-cups.
AEKZ2 says
I love dark roast coffee. I’d like to try Starbucks Caffe Verona.
adriana says
i would say Green Mountain Dark Magic K-cup.
ae Minx says
We like the Sumatra blend, but I’ve never tried Tim Hortons- that one would be fin to try. I only know about Tim Hortons from Canadian shows.
Molly says
I would like to try the Starbucks Caffe Verona coffee! It sounds delish.