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Product Details Return to Top Tasting Notes Ah ... espresso. Alchemy in a cup, and the very essence of coffee. A properly prepared espresso is a tazza of bittersweet liqueur: thick, rich and languid on the tongue, topped with a dense layer of copper-colored crema — the hallmark of an expertly crafted cup. Rating: 86 Points (out of 100) Simple, roasty aroma, with smoke, toast, butter, cedar, a hint of bananaish fruit. In the cup heavily astringent but rich and sweet-toned with gently scorched cedar and dark chocolate notes and a surprising hint of night flowers. The rich sweetness dominates the astringency in the finish.– Ken Davids, CoffeeReview.com, March 2008 About Green Mountain Coffee® A great tasting cup of coffee can give you a whole new perspective. It's a moment to pause, reflect, and reprioritize. That moment is what inspires us to make coffee that benefits everyone it touches. From carefully sourcing and roasting the highest quality beans, to supporting small farms and protecting the environment, we focus on what's important. That's why we at Green Mountain Coffee® believe a good cup of coffee can change your day... but a great cup of coffee can help change the world.
Ratings and Reviews Return to Top REVIEW SNAPSHOT®by PowerReviews Green Mountain Coffee12oz Dark Magic Espresso Blend 4.4 (based on 26 reviews)Ratings Distribution5 Stars (19)4 Stars (3)3 Stars (1)2 Stars (1)1 Stars (2)83% of respondents would recommend this to a friend. ProsSmooth taste (17)Pleasing aroma (12)Attractive mouthfeel/body (11)Pleasing roast (11)Exceptional/interesting flavor (8)ConsBest UsesSingle-cup/pods (6)Anytime (5)Automatic drip/filter (5)Espresso (5)French press (5)Reviewer Profile:Coffee connoisseur (9), Socially/environmentally conscious (9), Average joe (8), Foodie (6), Health conscious (6)Reviewed by 26 customersSort byNewestOldestHighest ratingLowest ratingMost helpfulLeast helpfulDisplaying reviews 1-10Back to topPrevious | Next »2/20/2013 5.0Nothing Else Like It! By CJ the gardenerfrom Lancaster, PAAbout Me Average Joe, Foodie, Socially/Environmentally ConsciousProsAttractive Mouthfeel/BodyBalanced AcidityExceptional/Interesting FlavorNot BitterPleasing AromaPleasing RoastSmooth TasteConsBest UsesAutomatic Drip/FilterFrench PressComments about Green Mountain Coffee 12oz Dark Magic Espresso Blend:My husband and I make a full pot of this coffee every day. We make it strong and add foamed milk for a latte-type cup. We've tried many other types of coffee that were supposed to duplicate the taste of Dark Magic, but all fell short. Friends and family also love this coffee when we have family dinners together! Please don't ever stop making this in whole bean!!Comment on this review1/30/2013 5.0Drink it black--its GREAT! By I quit coffee until I drank thisfrom new hampshireAbout Me Average Joe, Socially/Environmentally ConsciousProsAttractive Mouthfeel/BodyBalanced AcidityExceptional/Interesting FlavorPleasing AromaPleasing RoastSmooth TasteConsBest UsesSingle-Cup/PodsComments about Green Mountain Coffee 12oz Dark Magic Espresso Blend:If you like to drink black coffee I recomend this. If you're going to make a mocha or put loads of sugar in cream in your coffee buy something cheap (you're just masking the flavor with that stuff). Best black coffee I've ever had.Comment on this review1/15/2013 5.0Excellent Brew By Zimmo316from cedar Grove, WVAbout Me Average JoeProsAttractive Mouthfeel/BodyPleasing AromaPleasing RoastSmooth TasteConsBest UsesSingle-Cup/PodsComments about Green Mountain Coffee 12oz Dark Magic Espresso Blend:My wife and I love this Coffee. It is absolutely delicious. We buy so much we should take out stock in the company! Would highly recommend to anyone that likes a bold full flavor coffee.Comment on this review12/12/2012 5.0Need a Reason to Buy a Keurig? By Robyn Janefrom Rochester, NYAbout Me Coffee Connoisseur, Foodie, Socially/Environmentally ConsciousProsAttractive Mouthfeel/BodyBalanced AcidityExceptional/Interesting FlavorNot BitterPleasing AromaPleasing RoastSmooth TasteConsBest UsesSingle-Cup/PodsComments about Green Mountain Coffee 12oz Dark Magic Espresso Blend:If you need an excuse to buy a Keurig system, Dark Magic is the one you've been waiting for. I love a decent dark roast, and I enjoy espresso. Dark Magic is a well-balanced blend of the two. There are several coffee bars at my college; I go out of my way to the one that serves Dark Mountain. My only complaint about it is the same complaint I have about all of the single cup pods, regardless of brand: they generate a LOT of waste! Still, with the My-KCup accessory and buying in bulk, I've pretty much eliminated that problem. And at school? Their Dark Magic is brewed in a conventional commercial coffee brewer. It tastes the same as the individual K-Cups.Comment on this review4/22/2012(0 of 1 customers found this review helpful) 3.0Bring back GM Organic FT Espresso Roast By Carlafrom MaineAbout Me Coffee Connoisseur, Foodie, Health Conscious, Socially/Environmentally ConsciousProsAttractive Mouthfeel/BodyPleasing AromaConsUnbalanced Or Sharp AcidityBest UsesEspressoComments about Green Mountain Coffee 12oz Dark Magic Espresso Blend:I bought GM organic Espresso Roast for many years and used it in my Italian stovetop espresso maker which makes wonderful espresso. Since GM has discontinued this product, I have switched to Dark Magic Espresso, which has good body, but is way too acidic for me. I will be looking for an organic, fair trade alternative without the acidity.Comment on this review4/20/2012 5.0Best coffee I have ever tasted! By Ronniefrom Lake Stevens, WaAbout Me Coffee Connoisseur, Socially/Environmentally ConsciousProsAttractive Mouthfeel/BodyBalanced AcidityExceptional/Interesting FlavorNot BitterPleasing AromaPleasing RoastSmooth TasteConsBest UsesAutomatic Drip/FilterSingle-Cup/PodsComments about Green Mountain Coffee 12oz Dark Magic Espresso Blend:I recomended this coffee too a washington state counsil man at a public event and now its one of his favorite coffees!Comment on this review4/18/2012(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful) 4.0replacement By Beanheadfrom Albany, NYAbout Me FoodieProsAttractive Mouthfeel/BodyBalanced AcidityNot BitterConsNot Enough FlavorBest UsesEspressoComments about Green Mountain Coffee 12oz Dark Magic Espresso Blend:I tried this as a replacement for GM organic espresso, which was a sweet, complex, "city roast" that I found ideal as an espresso. Dark Magic is not as good but it is a good compromise. It is darker and more generic in flavor. Think [@] but not as over-roasted. It is also a good bargain since I can purchase it at my local market for slightly less than the subscription price on the GM site.Comment on this review4/12/2012(9 of 9 customers found this review helpful) 5.0BETTER THAN [*]! By Mikefrom New Jersey/Michigan - USAAbout Me Average Joe, StudentProsConsBest UsesComments about Green Mountain Coffee 12oz Dark Magic Espresso Blend:This coffee is literally the God's gift to mankind. It's so good it will make your face melt off, and you'll be standing there with a melted face in your hands - but at least you still have your delicious coffee. When I was in college, I drank this exclusively and was able to power through many an all nighter. I love this coffee with an undying passion. If it were a woman, I'd marry it. I'm surprised a 50 foot sculpture has not been erected in its honor. This coffee makes the world go 'round.Comment on this review2/1/2012(3 of 3 customers found this review helpful) 5.0Love it!! By Stacy A.from West Haven, CTProsGreat flavorConsBest UsesComments about Green Mountain Coffee 12oz Dark Magic Espresso Blend:I make a cup of Dark Magic for my husband every morning...It's his favorite!! It has great flavor and it doesn't get any better than this!Comment on this review9/25/2011 5.0Best Coffee By Robinfrom DCAbout Me Foodie, Health Conscious, Socially/Environmentally ConsciousProsAttractive Mouthfeel/BodyBalanced AcidityExceptional/Interesting FlavorNot BitterPleasing AromaPleasing RoastConsBest UsesFrench PressSingle-Cup/PodsComments about Green Mountain Coffee 12oz Dark Magic Espresso Blend:I love this roast. Everytime we have guests over and serve Dark Magic, they always say how much they like it too.Comment on this reviewDisplaying reviews 1-10Back to topPrevious | Next »