Which is cheaper, Whole Bean Coffee, Dark Roast Coffee or Black Rifle Coffee Medium Roast Whole Bean?

Whole Bean Coffee, Dark Roast Coffee lists at $17 and Black Rifle Coffee Medium Roast Whole Bean lists at $17. Prices change often, so check the current listing before buying.

Head to head · Coffee & Espresso

Whole Bean Coffee, Dark Roast Coffee vs Black Rifle Coffee Medium Roast Whole Bean

Ravvy scores Whole Bean Coffee, Dark Roast Coffee at 86.07 and Black Rifle Coffee Medium Roast Whole Bean at 89.46. Black Rifle Coffee Medium Roast Whole Bean takes the overall pick, best for home baristas who want a versatile bean for both drip and espresso..

Starbucks

Whole Bean Coffee, Dark Roast Coffee

86.1

$17

This is the definitive choice for home baristas wanting the classic Starbucks latte flavor at a lower price point, provided they accept the oily profile typical of dark roasts.

Ravvy pick

Black Rifle Coffee Company

Black Rifle Coffee Medium Roast Whole Bean

89.5

$17

This is an ideal choice for multi-method brewers who want a smooth, low-acid transition between drip coffee and espresso, provided they are willing to pay a premium for fresh, mission-based sourcing.

How they score

Factor	Whole Bean Coffee, Dark Roast Coffee	Black Rifle Coffee Medium Roast Whole Bean
Value for Money	82.5	72.5
Flavor Intensity	95	–
Roast Consistency	89	–
Freshness Potential	78.5	91
Versatility With Milk	94	–
Body and Crema	–	86.5
Flavor Complexity	–	89.4
Brewing Versatility	–	95

Whole Bean Coffee, Dark Roast Coffee

Skip it if light roast enthusiasts or fans of acidic third-wave coffee

Black Rifle Coffee Medium Roast Whole Bean

What owners praise

Balanced flavor profile with low acidity
Versatile enough for drip, pour over, or espresso
Rich crema production when ground fine
Small batch roasted in the USA
Supports veteran and first responder causes

What to know first

Slightly higher price point per ounce than grocery brands
90 day shelf life requires quick consumption for freshness
Requires a dedicated grinder for best results

Skip it if budget shoppers or those without a home grinder

Specs side by side

Spec	Whole Bean Coffee, Dark Roast Coffee	Black Rifle Coffee Medium Roast Whole Bean
UPC	762111287823	810071974793
ASIN	B09369VYBL	B07DT8CMMJ
GTIN	762111287823	810071974793
Size	18 Ounce (Pack of 1)	12 Ounce (Pack of 1)
Units	18 Ounce	12 Ounce
Flavor	Espresso	AK Espresso
Variety	Arabica	blend
Diet Type	Vegetarian	–
Item Form	Whole Bean	Whole Bean
Specialty	Natural	Single Origin
Brand Name	Starbucks	Black Rifle Coffee Company
Unit Count	18 Ounce	12 Ounce