Folgers Classic Roast Medium Roast
Score: 83/100
Illy Coffee K Cups
Score: 85/100Rankings
Illy Intenso Dark Roast K-Cup pods deliver a bold dark roast with cocoa and dried-fruit notes, backed by extensive sustainability certifications and universal Keurig compatibility. The flavor can be overly bitter for some and the standard pack size is limited. Ideal for dark-roast enthusiasts seeking premium Italian espresso in a convenient format.
Folgers Classic Roast provides a budget-friendly 72-pod K-Cup solution with reliable medium-roast flavor. The coffee can be a bit bitter and lacks strong aroma. Ideal for high-volume households or offices needing a cost-effective Keurig coffee.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
72 podsbest | 20 pods | |
| ↓ lower better | 8 g | 2.83 gbest |
| ↓ lower better | 2.4 kcal | 0 kcalbest |
| ↓ lower better | 4.7 mgbest | — |
| ↓ lower better | 0.05 gbest | — |
0.284 gbest | — | |
203 mmbest | — | |
161 mmbest | — |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Packaging(1) | ||
Package Quantity (pods) | 72 pods | 20 pods |
Sustainability(1) | ||
Certifications | Kosher, Vegan | Kosher (Orthodox Union); Recyclable under some programs; Sustainably sourced; B‑Corp |
General(3) | ||
Roast Level | Medium | Dark roast |
Coffee Type | Mountain Grown beans | 100% Arabica beans |
Origin | USA (New Orleans) | United States |
Nutrition(1) | ||
Calories (kcal) | 2.4 kcal | 0 kcal |
Design(1) | ||
Net Weight (g) | 8 g | 2.83 g |
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Everyday users consistently note the product's affordability and dependable flavor, describing it as a reliable, strong coffee that works well plain or with cream and sugar.
Professional reviewers highlight Illy Intenso's refined Italian quality, noting its bold dark roast with cocoa and dried fruit notes and consistent performance across pods, making it suitable for commercial environments.
“full-bodied character with robust flavor but noted a slightly bitter taste depending on personal preference”
“not as fragrant as expected”
“robust dark roast with deep cocoa notes”
Everyday users overwhelmingly appreciate the bold, full-bodied flavor and convenience, though some note occasional bitterness and limited pack size.
