{"id":1742165,"date":"2022-02-11T07:45:29","date_gmt":"2022-02-11T12:45:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/?p=1742165"},"modified":"2025-03-18T14:49:24","modified_gmt":"2025-03-18T19:49:24","slug":"i-tried-atlas-coffee-club","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/i-tried-atlas-coffee-club\/","title":{"rendered":"Atlas Coffee Club Review: This Subscription Helped Me Discover the Wide World of Coffee"},"content":{"rendered":"I frequently find myself standing in the aisle of my local grocery store, wishing they had a better selection of coffee brands<\/a>. They mostly carry big-name brands, which are good, but I'd be lying if I said they don't get a little boring when you drink them every day.\r\n\r\nI love trying different coffees and even giving coffee gifts<\/a>. So when I heard about Atlas Coffee Club<\/a>, a coffee subscription box<\/a> that sends you coffee from around the world<\/a>, I knew I had to try it out. Read on for our Atlas Coffee Club review.\r\n\r\n[SINGLE_AFFILIATE_PRODUCT superlative=\"We Tried It\" product_name=\"Atlas Coffee Club\" short_description=\"Discover the wide world of coffee without leaving your home! This club inspires wanderlust with every sip.\" image=\"1946435\" image_credit=\"VIA MERCHANT\" pr_name=\"Atlas Coffee Club\" pr_url=\"https:\/\/go.skimresources.com?id=131817X1598243&xs=1&url=https%3A%2F%2Fatlascoffeeclub.com%2F\" pr_display_text=\"Shop on Atlas Coffee Club\" retailers_2_name=\"Amazon\" retailers_2_url=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/stores\/page\/3F202DAA-F020-42A6-B8A2-4425455B0867\" retailers_2_display_text=\"Shop on Amazon\" \/]\r\n

What is Atlas Coffee Club?<\/h2>\r\n\"Atlas\r\n\r\nAtlas Coffee Club<\/a> is a coffee subscription service, and though it's certainly not the only brand that ships freshly brewed beans, it stands out from competitors thanks to its globally sourced coffee. Each month, Atlas sends \"micro-lot coffees\" that it sources from all around the world\u2014one month, you'll get to experience chocolaty coffee from Costa Rica<\/a>, and the next, you'll be sipping a surprisingly fruity brew from Ethiopia<\/a>.\r\n\r\nI was lucky enough to receive coffee from the Yunnan region of China for my delivery. I opted for ground beans that I could use in my drip coffee machine<\/a>, and I received the coffee in a medium and light roast. Each bag was carefully packaged in its box and came with a postcard featuring facts about Chinese culture. Additionally, there was a pamphlet with information about the coffee beans, tasting notes and brew recommendations.\r\n\r\nI also appreciated that Atlas Coffee Club uses recyclable packaging, aligning with my preference for eco-friendly products. Additionally, their support for farmers over fair trade companies leads to better quality coffee and matches my commitment to ethical sourcing.\r\n\r\nThe coffee bag itself was absolutely beautiful. It featured a vibrant yellow and blue print with a dragon tail, red flowers and Chinese lanterns. It would jump off the shelf at you, but you'd never find these particular coffee beans at the store as they make their U.S. debut via Atlas. Cool, right?\r\n

Atlas Coffee Club Features<\/h2>\r\n\"Atlas\r\n\r\nAs mentioned earlier in our Atlas Coffee Club review, it's a subscription service, which means the company sends recurring deliveries. When customers sign up for Atlas, they can select whether they want deliveries every two or four weeks and how many bags they want per delivery. The smallest is a half-bag option, and the largest for true coffee enthusiasts is the four-bag box. It's worth noting that if you opt for deliveries every two weeks, you will get the same beans twice because the brand only introduces new coffee monthly.\r\n\r\nAtlas also caters to your individual coffee preferences. You can choose between whole-bean or ground coffee, depending on what coffee equipment<\/a> you use. Plus, you can specify whether you prefer light-to-medium roast, medium-to-dark roast, or all roast types.\r\n\r\nAs with most subscription services, you can skip a delivery or cancel at any time, and Atlas also has rewards programs that let you earn bonuses such as free shipping and store credit.\r\n

How We Tested It<\/h2>\r\n\"Toha24\r\n\r\nHow do you test coffee? You drink it, of course! (Tough job\u2014I know.) I first sampled Atlas in February 2022.\r\n

Initial Testing<\/h3>\r\nTypically, I have at least two cups of coffee per day\u2014one in the morning and one mid-afternoon. I decided to sample the medium roast as a midday pick-me-up. I brewed a pot in my drip coffeemaker and took a few sips of it black before adding my usual coffee creamer<\/a> and sugar. The coffee was rich without being overwhelming, and I could taste notes of honey. I found that I didn't need to add as much sugar as usual because the brew was naturally a bit sweet.\r\n\r\nBeforehand, I was worried that the coffee might be a bit out-of-the-box for my tastes, but overall, it tasted like a high-quality brew that one would find in a cafe. I'd happily drink it any day!\r\n\r\nNot everyone has the same coffee preferences, so I wanted to have a few more people sample the product. Family brunch was the perfect opportunity to get opinions, so we brewed a pot of the light roast all together. My father thought the brew was a little too<\/em> light\u2014he's a dark-roast kind of guy\u2014but everyone agreed the flavor was great, regardless of whether they drink their joe black or with mix-ins.\r\n

Follow-Up Testing<\/h3>\r\n\"Toha24\r\n\r\nTo ensure this subscription continues to live up to the hype, Senior Shopping Editor Katie Bandurski<\/a> re-tested the service in July 2024.\r\n\r\n\"I tried Atlas many years ago, and I was eager to see if it's still worth the price,\" Katie said. \u201cAfter all, this subscription helped me get into brewing quality coffee at home. Before, I used to think people who ground beans every morning and had multiple different brewing gadgets were a little crazy. Coffee is just a source of caffeine, right? But trying Atlas blends from around the world helped me realize there are so many coffee flavors, notes and even textures to explore.\"\r\n\r\nFor this test, Katie sampled three bags: a dark roast and a medium roast from Guatemala, as well as a dark roast from Burundi. She also got an assortment of K-Cups and Nespresso pods.\r\n\r\n\"One of my favorite parts of this coffee club is the packaging, so I'm pleased that hasn't changed,\" Katie says. \"I love the postcard and informational note about the coffee\/country of origin. It's a fun way to learn a little something new and keep track of all the coffee you've tried. The brightly patterned bags are fun, too.\"\r\n\r\nKatie first tried the dark roast Guatemala coffee with tasting notes of malt, baked red apple and butterscotch. \"I use my KitchenAid KF8 automatic espresso machine<\/a> every day, and this whole bean dark roast was the perfect espresso-style bean<\/a> to kick off testing. It brewed a rich, full-bodied cup with minimal acidity. The flavor was balanced and tasty, either black or with a splash of vanilla creamer. I made espresso shots, cappuccinos and Americanos with this coffee and it was incredibly easy to drink.\"\r\n\r\nNext, she tried another dark roast. This time from Burundi with tasting notes of red apple, black tea and raisins. \"Since it was a dark roast, I chose to brew this blend in my espresso maker as well,\" Katie notes. \"And even though the roast and prep method were the same, this was a totally<\/em> different coffee experience. The flavor was balanced, with a touch more acidity than the Guatemala beans.\"\r\n\r\nThat's the beauty of Atlas! Even when sticking to coffee preferences, the club delivers a new experience every single month. \"I love this service so much,\" Katie says. \"It really is perfect for both established coffee drinkers and beginners defining their tastes. I know my day is about to get better when that little gray box shows up on the porch!\"\r\n

Atlas Mushroom Coffee<\/h3>\r\n\"Atlas+\r\n\r\nIf you're looking to level-up your morning cup of joe, Atlas recently released mushroom coffee<\/a>, too. This nutrient-packed instant coffee blend is easy to make, thanks to an included coffee frother in your first order.\r\n\r\nEach serving is packed with 2250 mg of functional mushrooms, including ashwagandha, reishi, lion\u2019s mane and cordyceps. But the benefits don\u2019t stop there. You\u2019ll also get cassia cinnamon, probiotics, prebiotics, L-theanine, collagen and vitamins D3 and B12.\r\n\r\nKatie tested the Atlas+ Superblend<\/a> and was impressed with the noticeable benefits. \u201cIt tastes like a lot of instant coffees, bitter with a slightly chalky mouthfeel,\u201d she says. \u201cThere\u2019s no complexity or balanced flavor like you get with brewed coffee, but it\u2019s considerably better than other mushroom coffees I\u2019ve tried.\u201d\r\n\r\n\u201cI was shocked to learn there\u2019s only 45 mg of caffeine in each serving,\u201d Katie explains. \u201cI noticed an immediate difference in clarity and energy that picked me out of my afternoon slump.\u201d There\u2019s also a latte version if you prefer some sweetness.\r\n

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