Not really dark roast
585860
Not really a dark roast the beans were surprisingly light and not the flavor I was looking for in a dark roast. This coffee has the flavor of spices, I was looking for dark cocoa flavors.
4851700
The coffee is a decent quality, but it just doesn't quite fit my flavor profile preferences, I guess.  I prefer the dark roasts.  My wife loves the Don Francisco Italian roast, though.
3810638
I give this coffee a 4-star only because I was expecting a flavor similar to Starbuck's French Roast.  It has dissapointed in coming close to my "bench-mark" and there is not that "smoky" flavor that you get from a dark roast coffee.  Maybe it has to do with the decaffinating process taking out more of the coffee character.  I have bought several, only because I don't have the time to dedicate to find a more suitable decaf.
2183952
I think this coffee is either mislabeled or a bad batch. I frequently try different coffees in search of coffee nirvana. This is NOT a medium blend. This is very dark and oily. Maybe espresso roast in a house blend bag. For a dark roast it is okay. For medium roast it is awful.  Anyone who expects a medium roast will be very unhappy.  I can drink it, but it certainly is not what I expected.  I will probably mix it with a lighter roast to tone it down a bit.
3992968
I bought this coffee because of the great reviews and really Im not a picky coffee drinker Ill drink it all BUT I do love a Dark Roast coffee flavor. I made my first two cup and it basically tasted like watered down coffee. Not impressed...so then I made a smaller size...nope not as watered down but still not impressed. Weak coffee flavor. I guess u get what u pay for.
1996071
First it was not a dark roast as stated, it was a light brown and brewed as such.  Was not vacuum packed, was shipped in an envelop and pretty well beat up.
1816150
First, my coffee experience; my love for coffee began in Seattle... where I enjoyed great coffee from many different coffee shops (including Starbucks). I began roasting my own coffee about 12 years ago in the quest for a great decaf coffee. I could creat a pretty good roast. Then Amazon Prime came along with valuable ratings, love the system.
Now, my rating comments for this coffee. I ordered this coffee because I like dark roasts and the high rating. The roast is certainly on the dark side, most coffee drinkers would say this is burnt (many coffee roasts are, but this is really dark). This roast is burnt more than any Starbucks roast that I have tried.
I am now mixing this in with a medium dark roast coffee at a ratio of 30% coffee bean direct coffee and 70% medium dark roast. That mix is 5 star.
2790812
Advertised as "Dark Roast" however having been a long time Dark Roast coffee lover this is most assuredly not "Dark" at all.  this is a Medium Roast at best, maybe even a bit lighter than average medium roast.  It's a good medium roast, very smooth, but if you are looking for "Rocket Fuel" like I am this is not it.
1950380
I am enjoying the coffee, and it is very good, however it is not what I am used to in a "dark roast".  I would say it is more a medium roast.
3885149
This coffee is weak and acidic with little dark roast character.  There are far better options for dark roast Kcups that offer more coffee (extra bold) and much better flavor.
4940533
This is on the dark side, and I'm not a huge dark roast fan (a lot of Sbux's blends don't work for me), but this is good and has a 'hearty' flavor (the only way I can describe it).
1027188
This is 100% Kona however it is darker roast than what Kona usually is. So if you are expecting the normal Kona mild/medium aroma and taste, you will be disappointed as I am.
3783139
This really doesn't seem to be espresso roast.  In any event, it's not like the rich, dark Italian roast coffee one can get from Peets, or from shops in North Beach (e.g.).  It isn't as full-bodied, deep, or....well...flavorful.  Perhaps that is an unfair comparison; this clearly is not a premium coffee.

Nor is it one that I will again use in the espresso maker.  What DOES seem to work reasonably well is to use this to make cold brew coffee.
1784230
Excellent coffee but i would describe it as Mild rather than the advertised Medium Dark
3241595
Before my formal review, attached are pics of the product brewed for espresso.  The pic with the three different roasts has the product, Subtle Earth Coffee med-dark roast, on the left.  Center bottom is a light roast and on the right is what I would call a med-dark roast.  I also have a pic with the coffee ground for espresso.  I use a Classic Gaggia with filtered water.
The good:
Price
Grinds well
Few if any bad beans

Next "your preference":
Very smoky in oder & taste
Strong tobacco flavor
Chard oak flavor
Bitter stale dark chocolate

The bad:
There is no nuance or subtlety
This is really a DARK roast
The tobacco smoky taste is over the top
The bean should not be roasted this dark.
I would not recommend this to coffee oficionados.
I would recommend it to smokers that drink coffee or to those that love smoky tobacco flavors.
2262794
I normally buy the regular Caza Trail Dark Roast which I love. This style was advertised as a "decadent" dark roast, however it is much, much, MUCH less flavorful than my regular Caza Trail Dark Roast. Amazon kindly refunded my purchase when I explained my dissatisfaction.
One star for the coffee, add a star for great Amazon customer service.
4413270
The description of this coffee is "medium roast." It is not a medium roast, it is a dark roast. The beans are a very dark brown, almost black, and shiny, a characteristic of dark roasts.  It has the bitter taste of a dark roast. Some people like dark roasts, but for those who prefer a lighter roast, the description on the coffee should be accurate.