It is very difficult to find a smooth dark roast. This coffee fits the bill nicely. The coffee went down smooth and it is well balanced. Although the coffee does have an aftertaste, I didn't find it to be unpleasant. This flavor is highly recommended.
Admittedly, I was a bit apprehensive before I ordered the Mahogany—I mean "…notes of aromatic wood and leather…" Really? Wood and leather in my coffee? Huh? But I really like the smoothness and ruggedness of the flavor. It is full-bodied yet paradoxically easy to drink. I am not a coffee connoisseur in any way, shape, or form and don't claim to have a sophisticated palate able to discern subtle hints of various flavors…I just like my coffee flavorful and the CC Mahogany delivers.
Love a strong dark roast, but don't like the bitterness that often comes with it. This one is dark and smooth, no bitterness at all. My favorite so far!!
Pros: Pleasing Aroma, Smooth Taste, Pleasing Roast, Not Bitter
Tastes way too much like Charbucks Coffee. Has that "over-roasted - almost burnt" taste. I like several of the Caribou coffees but this one was roasted too long!