40 K-Cups Later, These Are the 5 Best (and Worst) Coffee Pods to Brew in a Keurig
Not all K-Cups are created equal, and my taste test of 40 pods proves it. Here are the five I'd definitely buy again.
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Written by Katherine Peach
Article updated on June 3, 2026 at 1:00 AM PDT
I've brewed coffee using every method imaginable. For a basic brew with the least amount of fuss, the Keurig still reigns supreme. That's the reason millions have push-button brewers set up on their kitchen counters. But the coffee you get from a Keurig is only as good as the pod you load in.
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Years behind the espresso machine as a barista left me with little patience for mediocrity, which makes navigating the pod aisle a challenge in its own right. I went in searching for balance and that roasty freshnessthat separates a real cup from...
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