I normally drink Emeril's Bold. I received a sample of 4 of the Barista Prima Keurigs pods and was pleasantly surprised that I liked the Columbia, Italian Roast and French Roast, so I thought I would order a few boxes to try further...but very surprised when I saw the price which is at least 20% higher.
I LIKED EVERYTHING ABOUT IT!!! THE K-CUPS ARE VERY HANDY AND WOULD MAKE CUTE LITTLE BUNDLES TO WRAP UP AS PRESENTS FOR CHRISTMAS
Pros: Not Bitter, Balanced Acidity, Exceptional/Interesting Flavor, Pleasing Aroma, Attractive Mouthfeel/Body, I love this coffee, Pleasing Roast, Smooth Taste
My favorite from the trial pack. I will absolutely try a couple of 5 packs to see if my opinion stands. It takes more than one cup for me if I like it and only 1 cup if I don't. This had an incredible aroma, lovely taste and measures up to European Roast it claims to be. Actually reminded me more of Italian than French Roast. Very good cup of coffee.
For the dark roast extra bold lover, this is about as good as it gets. This coffee is fresh-tasting, rich, complex, and strong; just how I like it. I find it also very smooth and without any unpleasant aftertaste. However, frankly this cost more than the already expensive other brands and is just not that much better than GM Double Black Diamond or Timothy's Parisian Nights to warrant the extra cost.
Keurig sent me the 4 Barista Prima flavors free - LOVE that. This one was my second to the least favorite. It was better, but still bitter to me. Maybe I'm not fond of French Roast or Italian Roast. I typically drink my coffee with Sweet Italian Cream creamer and sweetener. I did try all of these without either first and then with. I, of course, prefer them with!