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Description
This is the Velo French Roast brought to you by Colectivo Coffee. Velo is Colectivo's version of the classic French Roast created just for you. Dark-roasted organic, Fair Trade Organic coffees from Central America and Indonesia come together in this smoky, full-bodied blend with a note of dark chocolate, rewarding those who want a little boldness in their lives!
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Honduras, Sumatra Customer Reviews
I like bitter coffee but this one was just slightly too bitter and acidic. Overall the flavor was rich with white chocolate notes.
9/25/2023
too finely ground- flavor is alright but very smoky which is not my favorite
9/19/2023
Over roasted and bitter
9/10/2023
Flat dark flavor, more like espresso
9/7/2023
Good, strong, full
Coffee taste and “muddy” in the best way. A good morning brew to start the day off with a kick.
Coffee taste and “muddy” in the best way. A good morning brew to start the day off with a kick.
8/25/2023
Too burnt / smoky for me. I did not enjoy this roast.
8/19/2023
This one was quite dark. We made cold brew from it, which was great, but didn't like it as much hot.
8/16/2023
The flavor was rich and full bodied, but the beans were very oily.
8/4/2023
Really did not like this one from the ,omens I opened it. Not good
7/29/2023
Best yet! Finally found a go to Favorite!
7/29/2023
We do not like French Roast
7/27/2023
Too bitter. Not a fan of the strength. We like strong coffee but something about the taste of this one.
7/26/2023
Love this one. Full of flavor and body. Oily beans.
7/24/2023
This was good.
7/18/2023
rich flavor, deep aroma
7/16/2023
Excellent. Exactly what coffee should be. Yum!
7/12/2023
Too bold for my taste
7/12/2023
Incredibly bitter, no matter how I brew it. Do not like it at all.
7/10/2023
Too dark and oily for pour iver
7/1/2023
Wife likes it, can taste the flavors; tar, smokey, dark. I didn't like it but we're going off wife's preference.
6/25/2023
This was a bit dark and bold for us. Mostly we did not like it because the beans were very oily and clogged our grinder and espresso machine.
6/24/2023
Tastes horrible. The absolute worst coffee I have ever had.
6/4/2023
This was nice and bold!
6/1/2023
I know it's a great bean when I brew a full pot of coffee and the cup is still poured dark in my cup! I love this coffee
5/26/2023
I feel bad giving this two stars. I think, as an example of French Roast, it is very likely a very good French Roast. For me, however, I actually didn't finish the bag. I can't think of another time I have done that. I found this so dark as to be unpleasant to drink.
5/23/2023
Great dark roast, full bodied flavor!
5/21/2023
Interesting that one of my favorites (Black and Tan) and one of my least favorites (Velo) are from the same roasters. Velo was very dark, very smoky (charred), and very oily…just too much for my tastes. I guess it would be suitable for an espresso but for a daily brew just not what I want.
5/4/2023
A perfect French Roast, exactly as described. Highly recommended.
4/14/2023
Not a favorite
4/5/2023
No more French roasts please
1/8/2023
It's smokey and love it. I want more organic coffees. the less pesticide the better Curator. please recommend dark organic coffees
12/31/2022
Dark, rich and complex. An instant hit.
10/9/2022
Very Oily and hard to brew espresso with. This is also the first bag I have received without a roast date...just a an expiration date
9/19/2022
One of the best dark roasts I've ever had. I could do coffee like this every day.
9/5/2022
did not like
8/28/2022
Quite smokey - almost too much for my tastes.
8/11/2022
Great, smooth, dark flavor
7/28/2022
This is a good basic coffee. We enjoyed it's rich favor.
5/29/2022
Static
5/29/2022
Not a fan. Idk, just seemed too oily and bitter.
5/19/2022
Very oily, almost burnt taste
4/6/2022
Did not like
3/31/2022
Loved this! Best coffee yet!
2/27/2022
A strong and hearty blend that was also smooth. Good cup!
2/2/2022
burnt
7/22/2021
Horrible, over-roasted, dark sludge. Undrinkable!
7/17/2021
Over-roasted; all roast no bean. I like dark roast but this one is practically cremated. It's fine in a French press but anything finer is pretty acrid. Would prefer something with a bit more nuance in the future.
5/30/2021
classic
3/30/2021
Not all that great...really nothing special about this roast.
3/29/2021
Did not care for this choice- much to dark/strong of a flavor.
3/26/2021
Super rich, extra oily beans. Nice smooth dark taste.
3/24/2021
It was so oily, I had a hard time calibrating for my espressos, and finally blended it with a medium roast to get it close.
2/28/2021
Please no more French Roast
2/21/2021
Deep rich flavor, wonderful. One of my favorites
2/9/2021
Loved! Everything I want in a coffee
2/2/2021
A little too dark for us. The oily beans clogged our bean grinder.
1/3/2021
Very mellow and roasty. Not acidic at all
11/8/2020
Awful! Very sour tasting
10/25/2020
Burnt, stale, VERY oily
8/22/2020
This was a great dark roast! Really delicious - smooth, rich, and bit of smokiness as described.
7/26/2020
My grinder didn’t like it for some reason, had a strange flavor
7/25/2020
way to bitter. not enjoying it. most like going to pick up another bag of local beans to get me through.
6/26/2020
A little bitter
6/10/2020
This was great. I love the bold flavor!
4/30/2020
Yum.
4/20/2020
too dark, tastes burnt
4/14/2020
LOVE!
4/3/2020
Wonderful!
4/2/2020
I enjoyed the notes of licorice
5/4/2019
I'm not sure what about it I'm.not liking considering I love chocolate notes. I have loved every other coffee before this tho
5/1/2019
Like Colectivo but not this French roast. Not crazy about most French roasts.
4/30/2019
Super French roasted. A little too much for me.
4/20/2019
Bitter
3/10/2019
Strong
3/1/2019
I like this coffee a lot. Nice flavor, full bodied, good and dark. Good with which to start the day.
2/11/2019
Extremely dark. Would prefer a bit lighter, more standard coffee taste.
2/6/2019
Can you please send this one again? This one was so very good!
1/24/2019
Not good. It was wet somehow? It clogged our grinder from the moisture or oil or whatever made it wet. Also flavor was meh.
1/23/2019
A little too dark
1/20/2019
enjoyed this one... like the boldness / richness (though I like even more!) and low acidity.
12/21/2018
Oily and hard to get grind right to get espresso.
12/13/2018
Not my favorite. Tasted burnt most of the time, too much bite for my liking, not terribly smooth or robust. Smells great, doesn't taste that way.
11/26/2018
I rarely give 5 stars but this coffee is wonderful. Bold smooth with definite chocolate overtones. No bitter taste at all and it is definitely for the person who likes a dark roast. It is slightly smoky as described but not too much. Perfect Morning Brew! I used a percolator.
11/21/2018
LOVE French roast coffee and Colectivo did great with this one. The balance of bold, smoky flavors with the chocolate hints gave you a full bodied cup of coffee that you never want to end!
11/14/2018
It's good but not as good as the first one.
11/4/2018
This bean was so oily that it clogged our espresso machine several times. Not fun.
10/27/2018
A bit much on its own, but goes really well with some french vanilla creamer
10/21/2018
Way too bitter and roasted flavor. Did not enjoy on it's own nor as a latte.
10/8/2018
Wonderful rich coffee, very nice in a drip and makes a great cup through a pressure system DeLonghi.
10/7/2018
Love the flavor. Huge fan of this brand.
9/29/2018
This one was really good. Would have it again.
9/19/2018
The roast was perfect, but I wasn't a huge fan of the dark chocolate notes. Also, I got this coffee two shipments in a row for some reason :/
7/24/2018
Upgraded from 4 stars
7/19/2018
Really enjoyed
7/10/2018
Smoky but the lasting flavor was rough
6/6/2018
I love this coffee so much! One of the best I've ever had.
6/3/2018
Too dark, almost too “dirty” tasting, bitter
5/26/2018
A bit too dark and bitter
5/4/2018
Nice and Dark
5/3/2018
Delicious dark roast, but not overbearing as some French Roasts tend to be. Hints of light earthiness and smokiness come through and contribute to the full mouth feel. Enjoyed this one the most so far.
4/19/2018
My Husband does not like this one. He feels it is harsh and bitter.
4/18/2018
Very unique super dark roast but still super oily. I loved it!
4/7/2018
Too much like a Starbucks dark roast. I get the dark chocolate, but it was almost a bit too dark for my tastes.
4/2/2018
Did not like this one please remove. Has a fishy odor.
4/2/2018
A solid dark roast.
3/24/2018
toooo smoky?
3/1/2018
I really tried to love French roast, but it’s not for me.
2/8/2018
Really liked this one.
2/5/2018
One of my favorites! I love the deep rich taste and the oily beans.
2/3/2018
Dark, chocolate, licorice
1/25/2018
Great flavor and very smooth. Makes a great cup to wake you up in the morning if you like dark roasts!
1/16/2018
Amazing.
1/16/2018
Did not like this one at all. Took forever to dial in and the flavor profile was overpoweringly 'nyquil-like'.
1/11/2018
Great cup of bold, low aciditiy. Definitely one of the better coffees from Mistobox
12/28/2017
A very dark and bold French Roast. Nice aroma as soon as you open the bag. Dark and oily beans; easy grinding. I enjoyed the flavor, but it's just a little too close to the the extreme of dark roasts, and a bit bitter..
12/25/2017
A little to dark and powerful for my taste but really strong and excellently made.
12/20/2017
Very bold and dark roast. Love it
12/15/2017
not a big fan of smoky..
12/14/2017
This was ok coffee, but why did you guys send me the exact same stuff twice in a row? I thought the whole point of this service was to get variety?
12/12/2017
Very bold but also smokey. A little too smokey for my tastes but did have a nice rich dark flavor.
11/25/2017
Loved, and would definitely like to have it again!
11/17/2017
The smokiness and chocolate notes are incredible.
10/11/2017
Little too sharp and dark
10/11/2017
At first I thought this was too dark and roasty, but now I have decided that I really like it. It really packs a punch. It is dark, ...you almost think it is too dark but it tastes delicious. Another plus is that it makes a great iced or cold coffee. It's almost bitter - almost too bitter. I think Dillano's French Roast Blend might be a little better than this, but I am not complaining and I am giving this five stars. Will wake you up!
10/8/2017
Good coffee. Not quite as good as the first order, but good.
10/5/2017
Not my favorite Colectivo Coffee but still good. Def can taste the smoky and chocolate, but I wouldn't call this one very bold.
9/25/2017
Definitely taste the smokiness and chocolate and like the boldness
8/24/2017
Lot's of bold flavor, rich and satisfying.
8/24/2017
It's a great coffee, one of my favorite's. I'd appreciate something slightly sweeter next time
8/9/2017
Well Seth, as I indicated earlier, I do like this coffee. After trying it for several days however, I believe that I like the Dillano's better. It is difficult for me to apply the adjectives you suggested. I just can tell whether I like it or not, and which one I like more. I wouldn't know where to begin with the nuances. It's kinda like wine... some people go crazy with the description, I can just tell you if I like it or not.
8/2/2017
Very yummy!!!! Keep up the good work!
7/26/2017
My favorite yet. A true dark roast, rich, smooth and bold.
7/22/2017
This is my style of coffee - the beautiful oily beans grind down to that rich chocolatey bitter deliciousness I seek for my one and only (albeit 20 oz) cuppa each morning
6/27/2017
Smoky, bold, intense. A great French roast!
6/25/2017
I think this is our favorite so far. It is rich, flavorful and holds that flavor like crazy! We may have to do this one again, and again!
6/23/2017
Over roasted
6/21/2017
This was exceptionally good. I haven't had french roasts for a while, but this one reminded me how much I like them. And the smoky notes were perfect.
6/7/2017
Really liked this coffee. Had a bold flavor with an oiliness to it that I really enjoyed.
6/6/2017
I love this coffee! It's the perfect level of darkness. And I love the combination of flavors.
6/4/2017
I enjoyed the rich flavor and smooth taste of this roast.
5/28/2017
The chocolate aroma and flavor is definitely apparent. I like this even more than Dillanos Special Dark Blend. The beans are darker for this roast, and closer to what I usually like to use with my semiautomatic espresso machine. I am very sensitive to "burnt" tasting beans and I would say that this coffee does not taste burnt at all but is instead on the roasty end of the spectrum. This coffee is also slightly more bitter than acidic (which is what I prefer) but is really pretty neutral, I would say. Lastly this coffee produced a really nice, golden crema, which I always strive to achieve.
5/22/2017
I like the bold rich flavor of this coffee. It is a bit stronger than what I typically brew but it was a good different. Not something I would want all the time but it was a nice change.
5/22/2017
the flavor is mostly at the end and it feels flat. I'm feeling like i want something more round. Perhaps it is my grind
5/20/2017
This coffee is really good.if possible I'd love something with a little less smoke flavor.mabey a more nutty flavor.thanks for doing such a great job.really enjoying this service.
5/6/2017
This coffee is okay, but the smokiness is pronounced and I have found (after several "smoky" blends) that I'm not that fond of smokiness. I'd like to try more medium blends without this trait to see how they compare.
5/2/2017
weak and light
4/26/2017
These beans make a great cup of coffee. The smell is intoxicating.
4/22/2017
I guess it's the smokiness I don't like? It tastes almost burnt and very bitter. I like dark roasts, but I want the chocolate and caramel undertones, not smoky ones.
4/21/2017
Much better. Thanks. Good strength. A bit more smoke and sweetness will get us the goal of competing with Starbucks Espresso roast.
4/20/2017
The beans looked to be too dark for me but I was pleasantly surprised by the flavor.
4/19/2017
Solid Dark Roast. Could've used a bit more sweetness.
4/16/2017
A little too sharp for my taste.
4/15/2017
This is definitely a great bold coffee. Starting with the presentation of the packaging, the dark aromatic freshness of the beans, and the bold, robust + rich flavor => this coffee is outstanding!!!!!! Wish it would have been a double shipment!!!!!
4/6/2017
Very good dark and smokey as a french roast should be.
4/5/2017
This was the perfect match! Thank you!
4/5/2017
So smooth. Loved it
3/31/2017
A little burnt tasting. Probably my least favorite of the coffees so far.
3/21/2017
Wow you really nailed this one! It has that bold, smoky coffee taste that I love! I will definitely be buying this in the future!
3/14/2017
Here's the headline I use to describe the day I received the Velo.
"French, Dark, Bicycle on cover (except in the above thumbnail), Life changed, Morning Enhanced!"
I'm pretty sure I chuckled out loud as my tear ducts moistened a little at the magic of receiving this perfectly curated bag of coffee. Thank you Mistobox and Samantha.
"French, Dark, Bicycle on cover (except in the above thumbnail), Life changed, Morning Enhanced!"
I'm pretty sure I chuckled out loud as my tear ducts moistened a little at the magic of receiving this perfectly curated bag of coffee. Thank you Mistobox and Samantha.
3/9/2017
This coffee was better than the last but not quite 4 stars. The dark roast is good. The color of the bean is a little darker than the coffees I normally buy, but I don't know if that's a bad thing. It tastes more acidic than sour, which *I think* is a good thing. It didn't taste too bitter. I don't think I'm a fan of the smokiness of this coffee. Also, like I said before, I tend to avoid chocolate notes. I think I prefer something sweeter than this. One of my favorite coffees is the Starbucks Espresso Roast which has notes of caramel. Note that I don't mean sweet in the conventional way. I like my coffee dark with a touch of sweetness. I hope this makes sense - I still have a really hard time describing coffee.
3/8/2017
Mostly uninspiring and bland. We're having to put 1.5 x the beans in the cup for it to taste as much, so slightly confused by the description saying "rewarding those who want a little boldness in their lives!"
3/5/2017
Bold yet balanced. The best so far. Slight dark chocolate accompanies a solid backbone with a beautiful silky finish. Delicious!
3/5/2017
Not a big fan of French Roast
3/4/2017
I gave it many tries, but the scent of the beans are off-putting from the bag and even more so after the mill. The flavor is far less enjoyable than anything I have gotten from Mistobox thus far. I want to send it back.
3/1/2017
Drip - too bitter, acidic
Cappuccino - still bitter
Espresso - bitter
This coffee has an excellent top notch look and smell, but surprising bitter in all forms...If you prefer bitter, you will like this
Cappuccino - still bitter
Espresso - bitter
This coffee has an excellent top notch look and smell, but surprising bitter in all forms...If you prefer bitter, you will like this
2/27/2017
A very nice quality brew, but a bit darker than we would be interested in
2/20/2017
This was definitely dark and smooth. It had a nutty smell to it as well.
2/20/2017
Delicious, rich, and fragrant
2/14/2017
The Velo French Roast was new to me, so I was excited to give it a shot. Upon opening the bag, I smelled notes of smoke, black pepper and dark cocoa. These obsidian-black, oily beans brewed into a rich, smooth and well-balanced cup I couldn't stop enjoying. On a foggy or rainy day, you can count on Velo to clear the cobwebs out of your head and help you start your day right.
2/12/2017
Great flavor, no sour taste, and very smooth!
1/29/2017