Dark Roast Coffee Beans

A 1-pound bag of dark roast coffee beans provides many robust and flavorful cups of coffee to enjoy any time of the day or night. Supply different types of the darker varieties like French and Italian roasts at the next board meeting or early morning function. Caffeinated and decaffeinated dark coffee beans are available to fit each preference. Staples® offers a variety of dark options from many brands, such as Starbucks®, Peet's Coffee & Tea®, and Green Mountain Coffee®.

Consider the Benefits of Using Dark Roast Coffee Beans
Enjoy ground coffee whenever the urge strikes to drink a rich and multilayered cup of java. Dark roast coffee beans spend an extended amount of time in the roaster and have noticeable oil on the beans. A house blend, usually exclusive to each brand and coffeehouse, is a hand-picked variety that often springboards fans of the morning drink to other flavors. A bag of fresh coffee beans ranges from 32 ounces to 5 pounds. You can coarsely grind the beans for use in a coffee press or finely grind them to brew in a coffee machine.

Choose Dark Roast Coffee Beans for the Occasion
An 8-ounce cup of roasted coffee provides between 95 and 165 milligrams of caffeine. Dark roast coffee produces a bold taste that has dark chocolate flavor undertones. Many pair the drink with dark chocolate to enhance the sweetness of the drink, so add foil-wrapped squares to the break room pantry and enjoy a nice treat during the next office meeting. A rich, whole bean espresso roast provides a bold and well-balanced flavor, and the finely ground beans work in any espresso machine. French and Spanish dark roast bean varieties also make robust cups of espresso. One shot of espresso has between 47 and 64 milligrams of caffeine, so the beverage gives you a boost during the midafternoon workday.

How Many Dark Roast Coffee Beans Does it Take to Make a Cup of Espresso?
A 1-pound bag of dark roasted coffee has approximately 4,000 coffee beans per bag. It takes about 42 to make a 1-ounce serving of espresso. A 2-ounce espresso shot, commonly called a double shot, requires 84 beans.

Can You Freeze Dark Roast Coffee Beans?
Fresh beans are key to a superior cup of java. Storing them in a freezer does not change the brewing process, but it's important to use an airtight container to keep them from turning stale and developing freezer burn. Condensation can create excess moisture and cause odors to develop on the beans, so avoid thawing and refreezing them. Always keep coffee in a cool and dark space for optimum freshness. Containers of beans keep well in refrigerators, cupboards, and desk drawers.

Are Decaffeinated Espresso Dark Roast Coffee Beans Available?
Decaffeinated whole bean espresso roast is available. The flavor satisfies an espresso craving without the caffeine, so pair a delicious drink with a post-dinner dessert. Many espresso blends have caramel and fruit undertones that mix well with milk, so brew several shots and make a warm or cold latte without the caffeine. Enjoy dark roasted coffee in any of our coffee makers or K-cups.