This is the second carton that have given me problems (in two different brands of machines, one of them a Kuerig). It looks like the problem is that the inner membrane doesn't seem to pass water through. The lot number on this carton looks like PL42 5197. A couple of them worked fine, a few of them had the membrane tear away where it's glued to the upper part of the cup, but most of them just result in an empty cup of coffee. When they work right, the coffee is great, but it'll be a while before I take a chance on these again.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from keurig.comBy May 19, 2016
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This junk is by far the worst coffee I have EVER had. It beats our cheap coffee at work, or overbrewed stuff at your local truck stop. I normally drink decaf and prefer starbucks or carribou brands. Try those or even the green mountain french roast over this. REALLY BAD, I cannot stress that enough. Saving a little money, isn't worth it. The smell is bad, the taste is putrid, it also brews about half strength compared to other brands.
Pros: Cheap
Cons: Unpleasant Aftertaste, Unbalanced Or Sharp Acidity, Bitter, Not Enough Flavor, Thin Or Watery Mouthfeel/Body, Unappealing Or Flat Aroma, Unpleasant Flavor
Just. plain. bad. A waste to toss an expensive box of pods. I ordered this brand basically to try something "gourmet" and there are relatively few decaf choices.
Pros: Not Bitter
Cons: Not Enough Flavor, Unappealing Or Flat Aroma, Thin Or Watery Mouthfeel/Body