Starbucks Medium Roast Smooth and balanced, our medium-roast coffees are perfect for every coffee break. Breakfast Blend A shade lighter than most of our offerings more toasty than roast it was the result of playing with roast and taste profiles together. Each coffee bean requires a unique balance of temperature and time to reach its peak of aroma, acidity, body, and flavor. Dark Roast Fuller-bodied and bold, these espressos feature robust flavors and the characteristic essence of an intense roast. Proper grind allows all of the flavors of roast to end up in your cup, without bitterness. The recipe for great coffee is 2 tbsp (10 g) of freshly ground coffee for every 6 fl. Oz. ( 180 mL of water) get the perfect grind and the freshest flavor by grinding whole beans just before brewing, says brew expert dr. Jennifer h. Keurig, K-Cup, and the K logo are trademarks of Green Mountain, Inc.