Eight O'Clock Coffee100% Colombian Peaks Whole Bean Coffee, Medium Roast, 20 Ounce (Pack of 1) - Rich, Winey & Full Bodied

The packaging for this coffee is excellent, with a reliable seal and valve that keep the beans fresh. Upon opening the bag, the aroma is a standout—notes of dark chocolate and wine dominate, with a smoothness that is not overly roasty. It's an amazing aroma that draws you in right away. The beans are uniform in color and have a good level of oil, though I did notice a few husks here and there - not a big deal considering this is a blend. The roast accuracy is spot-on, delivering a perfect medium roast as advertised.In terms of flavor, it has a medium body and a high, vibrant acidity that makes each sip lively. The taste is subtle yet distinct, with fruity and earthy notes reminiscent of wine. I didn't expect to enjoy the winey flavor as much as I did, but it really works and adds a unique dimension to the cup. The smoothness is consistent, though there’s a slight bitter tail that balances it out nicely. Overall, the flavor profile is exactly as described on the packaging, and I could easily drink this coffee all day.With cream, this Columbian Peaks truly shines. Cream enhances the flavors, making the wine-ish qualities even more enjoyable and adding richness to the cup. This coffee is probably my favorite right now and definitely the best I’ve tried in far too long. The quality and flavor are outstanding for the $8 price tag, and I would strongly recommend it to absolutely anyone because it's just that good. Overall grade: A+.

This once was a terrific national brand that competed with other brand-name giants. I still remember the advertising jingle still in my head. The Columbian has a wonderful scent that is enjoyed throughout the office, or room at home. These days, I believe the brand is owned by a company in India, almost forgotten, and it usually has only one or two facings in the grocery stores. But like an old friend, I love to see it and buy it.

I was used to drinking very pricey Sumatra Mandheling coffee and loved the rich flavor, but the price kept going up, and it has become too much of a luxury for me to buy. After researching cheap coffee options, it became clear to me that Eight O'Clock 100% Colombian Peaks was the best bang for the buck. It doesn't have the rich, earthy undertones and mouthfeel of Sumatra Manheling, but it's better than a lot of cheap coffee. It has a rather thin, one-dimensional flavor in my humble opinion. Using more doesn't help, because if too much is used, it tends to have a rather sour taste.UPDATE*** I figured out how to fix the sour taste. I did some reading, and I saw this..."One common cause of sour coffee is under extracting during the brewing process. This happens when not enough flavor is taken out of the coffee grounds while brewing. The longer your coffee brews, the more sugars are extracted from the grounds, making the coffee taste sweeter."My Ninja coffee maker has a "rich" setting, which gives more time for the extraction to happen. After brewing a pot on this setting, it was like magic; the coffee tastes remarkably better!Decent, cheap coffee on a budget.

super yummy!

Make a great cup fresh ground.

Nice middle of the road coffee.Will buy again.

I drink this coffee more than any other. Followed by seattles best breakfast blend.Eight o’clock original blend and 100 per cent Colombian blend both in whole bean. I use a coffee grinder and a stainless Steele percolator .Perfect every time.

tastes like a mild expresso to me