Death Wish Coffee Valhalla Java Medium-Dark Roast Whole Bean Coffee, 5 lb

If you need a serious caffeine kick to get your day moving but absolutely hate the harsh, burnt taste of standard high-powered dark roasts, this blend is a total game changer. Grinding these beans fresh releases a wonderful, earthy aroma with heavy notes of rich chocolate and roasted nuts. The smart mix of Arabica and Robusta beans ensures you get a deeply robust, full-bodied cup of coffee that stays buttery smooth from the first sip to the last drop, requiring zero sugar or heavy creamer to mask any unpleasant acidity. It delivers a clean, incredibly sharp wave of focus that helps you power through a busy morning shift without triggering those annoying, jittery heart palpitations. Because the flavor profile is so naturally mellow and well-balanced, it holds up perfectly whether you brew it in a standard drip machine, a French press, or over ice. Getting the two-pack of twelve-ounce bags is an excellent way to keep your pantry stocked with a premium, organic roast that actually lives up to its legendary reputation.

I had no business making this coffee when it arrived at 7pm, but did I? Yes. And did i post a review the same day i received it? Yes. Yes, i did because it's THAT good. This coffee is almost other worldly. I thought the reviews on here were exaggerating but omg they are not. Usually, i go for the Peets Coffee Major Dickason's Blend (been purchasing for years) but i figured why not try something new. Nothing ever topped Peets coffee until this. The amount of caffeine is great but that also means you should not have multiple cups of this due to the high caffeine content. This has little to nonexistent acidity for me which is a huge bonus. Its smooth and dark without being bitter. It definitely is on the pricier side but i think it's worth it. To each their own but i would at least recommend that you give it a go, if you have not tried this before, please give it at least a shot and see how you like it. I feel like the freshness was good but if that's something you're super concerned about then you can always order this directly from their website. To me, this is the best cup of hot coffee i have ever had.

I use this for my espresso in the morning. As someone who was going to Dutch Bros every morning i have fell in love with making my coffee at home because it tastes SO MUCH better. The blend is amazing, its richer and strong in flavor.

I love a good dark roast coffee, and like many people I need the occasional caffeinated slap in the face, so after reading the mostly positive reviews of this coffee I figured I'd give it a shot. Is it good? Yes, especially if you like dark coffee. Dark but not bitter, slightly sweet but in a "90% cacao" kind of way, and not excessively fruity. It has a strong backbone, but I didn't find its flavor profile exceedingly complex. That can be good or bad, depending on what you enjoy. Did it take me on a flavor journey, transporting me through different realms of gustatory experiences as it traveled over my tongue exciting a wide range of taste buds? No, it didn't do any of that. It was, however, good coffee; not one-dimensional, but not complicated either. In terms of caffeine content, I brewed my first cup with a mix of excitement and trepidation. Would the coffee machine be possessed by the spirit of Odin and pour forth a stream of Nordic nectar? Would my freshly shaven face suddenly sprout a deep-red beard that begged me to braid it? Would I feel empowered to take on my daily tasks with the fury of Thor's hammer? No, none of that happened either. It did wake me up a bit, but I didn't ride around my kitchen on a caffeinated tidal wave. Bottom line: This is a good dark coffee with flavor that is robust but not multi-faceted and a caffeine content that is at least what you would expect from a strong cup of coffee. My only quibble is that it is fairly high priced. Whether it is worth its price is up to you; for me, in this price range I like something with a little more complexity. I like this Valhalla and will probably return to it, but for now I will stick with my personal favorite dark coffee for my regular morning brew.

I'm not a coffee connoisseur, nor do I have the money to throw away on things like high quality coffee beans. For someone as broke as I am, this was an impulsive, self-indulgent buy I may not ever be able to afford again. Fifteen bucks for twelve ounces, when I can get three times the amount for the same price, is a lot. But it was worth it. This is delicious. It's smooth and it doesn't leave that acrid after taste I've come to expect of dark roasts. My palette isn't evolved enough to tell you all the notes and nuisances, but I can tell you the aroma that hit me when I opened the bag was a waft of pure decadence. You can smell the difference immediately, especially if you take a whiff of another, cheaper, brand of bean beforehand and then smell this one. It's amazing. And it tastes amazing, too, of course. Rich and so smooth, I can't emphasize that enough. My stomach didnt hurt at all afterwards like it does for some dark roasts. I suppose quality over quantity really is important in this case. Ive only gotten into whole bean brewing (? Is that what it's called??) recently, and this is one of a few whole bean brand things I've tried. I kind of don't want to try any others, though I'm curious. It's so good. Have I mentioned that? It's very, very good. And the caffeine is... usually, coffee puts me to sleep, but I'm super alert right now. Too alert. Colors are brighter. I really like this coffee. Also, the whole Norse thing is awesome. I wanted to buy it as soon as I saw the name. I was worried I had wasted money on a novelty, but no, it deserves the name and praise. I wish there was a line of these. You know, like Nidhogg something, or Sif or Loki or Jormungdr or Freyja whatever. I bet they'd be amazing too. (hint hint, free idea, you're welcome :D). Just get it. It's good. You know you wanna.

Valhalla Java is a standout choice for your morning ritual. It delivers a remarkably smooth cup with absolutely no bitterness, making it a pleasure to drink straight or with a splash of milk. Whether you brew it in a French press for a rich, full-bodied texture or use a standard drip system for convenience, the flavor profile holds up beautifully. It’s the perfect way to start the day.

Wife bought this for me .. yes, and let me say it was outstanding this coffee is great!! Freshness and Caffeine content is just great! Appearance is smells divine and the blend is fantastic!! Digesting this is ok.

Freakin' loved it. The only other Death Wish Coffee I've had was the Dark Roast, which is my favorite whole bean coffee for working the night shift. I ordered this Valhalla Java Odinforce blend after it went on sale. This might be my second favorite coffee. Very smooth and wonderful taste with enough caffeine to get me through a night shift alert. Death Wish Coffee must employ some heavenly angels brought to us from some higher power-coffee God.

Muy bueno