Best Flavor Variety: Two Rivers Coffee Flavored Coffee Pods

When trying out k-cup variety packs, we put extra emphasis on variety—some packs were better at achieving this goal than others! After testing several brands, we think this one by Two Rivers hit the right spot: lots of variety without breaking the bank. If you are in charge of the office coffee supply, this one would be our suggestion.

What We Liked

• Best variety of flavors including some faves like cookies & cream and butter crunch.

• Affordable.

• Fun way to try new flavors.

• Excellent coffee.

What Needs Work

• No tea or hot cocoa flavors.

• Some pods are duplicates.

Best Tried & True Brand: Keurig Coffee Lovers’ Collection Sampler Pack

If you prefer to stick with a name brand, this variety pack doesn’t disappoint. Our testers loved the flavors here, especially the super sweet Krispy Kreme and Kahlúa. 

What We Liked

• Great gift idea.

• Aromatic flavor.

• Nice treat.

• Excellent coffee quality.

What Needs Work

• A bit pricey.

• Too much dark roast, not enough other fun flavors.

Best Funky Flavors: Coffee Pods Variety Pack Sampler

If you are in charge of the coffee for your office, church or other place, you know variety is the spice of life—folks love trying new and funky flavors. This sampler from Crazy Cups fits the bill—yes, you will find standards here, but also vanilla pumpkin spice and butterscotch caramel. Simply delicious, said our testers.

What We Liked

• Best for unusual flavors.

• Fresh taste.

• Nice aroma.

• Variety of brands like Entenmann’s.

What Needs Work

• Lots of dark roast.

• A bit pricey.

Best Budget Friendly: Victor Allen’s Coffee Variety Pack

Yes, k-cup variety packs can get rather pricey—this pack by Victor Allen has excellent quality coffee at a price that is much easier on the wallet. No, you don’t get funky flavors like hot fudge brownie, but if you like the basics (light, medium and dark roasts), this will fill the bill. Our testers liked the overall smooth flavor and quality here.

What We Liked

• Fresh, good quality coffee.

• Affordable.

• Basic flavors everyone likes.

• Non-GMO.

• 100% arabica beans.

What Needs Work

• Not very adventurous, flavor-wise.

Best Sweet Flavors: The Original Donut Shop Coffee Variety Pack

When it comes to coffee lovers, there are two camps: those who like the classic flavors (Dark Roast, please) and those who have more of a sweet tooth. If you fall into the latter category, this variety pack hits the spot—we like the vanilla latte and caramel best, but all of the flavors are spot-on.

What We Liked

• Fun to try new flavors.

• Lots of sweet choices.

• Delicious.

• Fresh coffee.

What Needs Work

• Pricey.

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