Customer Reviews for Emeril's - Big Easy Bold Coffee Keurig K-Cup Pods, Dark Roast, 24/Box
Customer Rating
3
Not what I expected
on October 10, 2010
Posted by: c.c.
from Shreveport, LA
Because we live in Louisiana and love strong coffee, my husband & I expected a lot and were extremely disappointed in this coffee. It was weaker than we usually drink and didn't taste as flavorful as some of the others. We are continuing to look for the right one for us.
I went through my sample pack pretty quickly, trying my best to note my feelings on all the different k-cups, and this one stood out for sure. The aroma was great, and it's a stand-alone coffee -- big enough on its own that this admitted former-Starbucks-mocha-addict didn't even add a Splenda.
I absolutely love Emerils Big Easy bold coffee. I tend to get selfish and want to save it all for myself. It is the perfect start to my day and at 73 I've had a few.
An extra bold, rich jolt - that is what I seek. My wife and I have always gravitated to strong, flavorful coffees where the taste is as pleasing as the aroma. Our first experience with the wonderful Keurig machine was with Green Mountain Sumatran Reserve - bingo!, just what we were looking for. So, we have to try the rest of the Extra Bold selections - that brought us to Emeril's. Never again. It lacks punch and taste. Don't bother.
I have tried around 20-30 k-cups thus far, and it all really depends on how strong or acidic you like your cup of coffee. It also depends on whether or not you like your coffee black or blended. Huge difference. I tend to prefer the very bold and earthy, but light acidic taste of the darker brews (black). A lot of the coffees I've tried so far claim to be bold, but are usually watery in boldness and way too sharp/acidic for my taste. This is one of those rare brews that gets it right. Another few to try are Tully's French Roast or Italian Roast, Timothy's Parisian Nights, and a milder, but very flavorful Diedrich French Roast. There are a few others, but Emeril's Big Easy (small or medium cup setting / black) is #1 in my book, followed by the others mentioned above. Enjoy!!!!