Starbucks Italian Roast Ground Coffee, 6 bags (12 oz each) vs Death Wish Coffee Medium Roast Whole Bean 10 oz (6 pack)
Overall winner: Starbucks Italian Roast Ground Coffee, 6 bags (12 oz each)
Key Differences
Starbucks Italian Roast (ground, 12 oz x6) is a darker roast made from 100% Arabica and sits in a more affordable price tier; Death Wish Coffee (medium roast, whole bean, 10 oz x6) emphasizes bold flavor with higher caffeine and is positioned in a higher price tier. Choose Starbucks if you want a familiar dark-roast ground coffee from Arabica beans at a lower price tier; choose Death Wish if you prefer whole beans, a bold/smooth medium roast with higher caffeine content
Starbucks Italian Roast Ground Coffee, 6 bags (12 oz each)
Dark roast ground coffee with notes of dark cocoa and toasted marshmallow. Fresh 100% arabica that stays smooth and rich when stored properly. Customers note strong flavor and non-acidic profile
Pros
- aroma and flavor depth
- 100% arabica
- freshly roasted for flavor
- versatile for multiple brewing methods
Cons
- mixed aroma reviews
Death Wish Coffee Medium Roast Whole Bean 10 oz (6 pack)
Medium roast whole bean coffee with a bold flavor and smooth finish. Customers note strong caffeine without crashes and a wake-up boost
Pros
- bold flavor
- smoothness
- high caffeine content with minimal aftertaste
- great value for money
Cons
- no nutty aftertaste noted by some
- some may seek milder profile
Head-to-Head
| Criteria | Winner |
|---|---|
| Price | Starbucks |
| Durability | Death Wish Coffee |
| Versatility | Starbucks |
| User Reviews | Starbucks |