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The Best K-Cup Coffee For Your Keurig

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Sarah Ceniceros

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Single-serve coffee makers have become ubiquitous over the years, with brands like Keurig becoming household names. Keurig is known for its K-Cup pods, which hold single-servings of ground coffee. But now there are so many brands on the market making K-cups, it can be difficult to sort through which are the best. This is where we come in.

We sifted through many K-Cup brands, from Starbucks and Dunkin' to Green Mountain and the Original Donut Shop, to find the best, most highly rated pods to add to your morning routine. Whether you like a classic medium roast, a funky flavored cup, or a refreshing iced coffee, these are the best K-Cup coffees you can buy.

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Best Overall

Dunkin' Original Blend Medium Roast K-Cup Pods

Dunkin' Original Blend Medium Roast K-Cup Pods

If you're a Dunkin' fan (we know Ben Affleck is), you'll be impressed by the brand's K-Cup pods. "Tastes like the original you buy at a Dunkin' store," said one reviewer.

Dunkin's selection of K-Cups have a 4.8 rating on Amazon, and a lot of reviews praise the Original Blend. The medium roast is rich, yet smooth, making it a go-to for many fans.

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Best Runner-Up

The Original Donut Shop Regular K-Cup Pods

The Original Donut Shop Regular K-Cup Pods

With over 73,000 reviews and a 4.7 rating, the Original Donut Shop's K-Cups are a crowd favorite. "This medium roast is like a shot of adrenaline, sharp and strong, just what you need to get your day going," said one reviewer.

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Best Light Roast

Victor Allen's Coffee Morning Blend

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If you're looking for a light roast that's mild and smooth, Victor Allen's Morning Blend is for you. "Just the right strength," said one reviewer. "A good light roast can be hard to find so I have it on auto delivery."

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Best Medium Roast

Starbucks Pike Place K-Cup Coffee Pods

Starbucks Pike Place K-Cup Coffee Pods

Starbucks' Pike Place roast was crafted in 2008 after customers requested a coffee they could enjoy all day. This balanced roast has notes of cocoa and rich praline.

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Peet's Coffee Dark Roast K-Cup Pods

Peet's Coffee Dark Roast K-Cup Pods

Full-bodied and rich, Peet's bestselling dark roast has a 4.8 rating on Amazon. This was named after army sergeant Key Dickason, a customer of Peet's who helped develop the coffee. The end result was so good, Peet upgraded the rank from sergeant to major.

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Best Espresso Style

Café Bustelo Espresso Style Dark Roast K-Cup Pods

Café Bustelo Espresso Style Dark Roast K-Cup Pods

For a dark, espresso-style roast, look no further than Café Bustelo. Founded by Gregorio Bustelo, Café Bustelo is popular in Latin America and the U.S. The espresso-style blend is a full-bodied dark roast with a robust flavor.

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Best Flavored Variety Pack

Crazy Cups Flavored Coffee Pods Variety Pack

Crazy Cups Flavored Coffee Pods Variety Pack

Crazy Cups is known for its variety packs offering unique flavors from different brands. This pack comes with 30 different flavors, from hazelnut and pumpkin spice to Irish creme and Texas pecan.

"So many amazing flavors, and they're the perfect pick-me-up in the afternoon when I'm clawing for the end of the day," said Delish Editorial Director Joanna Saltz.

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Green Mountain Coffee Roasters Brew Over Ice Classic Black K-Cup Pods

Green Mountain Coffee Roasters Brew Over Ice Classic Black K-Cup Pods

Yes, you can brew any K-Cup over ice or add ice once it cools, but these pods from Green Mountain were made specifically to be brewed over ice. "Tastes as good as the cold brew at Starbucks," said one reviewer. They're also available in flavors like Hazelnut Cream and Vanilla Cream.

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