Peet's Coffee whole bean French Roast dark roast 18 oz — bold smoky, full-bodied flavor

Peet's French Roast is a dark-roasted, 100% Arabica whole-bean coffee crafted for a bold, smoky cup with pronounced caramel and chocolate notes.

Peet's French Roast takes carefully selected high-altitude Arabica beans and subjects them to an extended, hotter roast to achieve an intense, full-bodied flavor profile. The beans’ density from slow maturation at altitude helps them stand up to the deep roast, yielding an assertive, smoky aroma balanced by subtle sweetness. This 18-ounce bag contains whole beans so you can grind to the ideal consistency for your preferred brewing method—espresso, drip, French press, pour-over, or cold brew.

How does French Roast develop its bold smoky character?

The French Roast profile comes from roasting beans longer and at higher temperatures than medium roasts. That process deepens sugars and oils in the bean surface, creating toasted, caramelized flavors and a smoky edge without relying on defects.

• Selected 100% Arabica beans from high-altitude Latin American regions
• Extended, intense roast to develop toasted and smoky notes
• Dense, slow-matured beans that resist over-roasting and retain complexity

What tasting notes and mouthfeel should I expect from this coffee?

Expect a big-bodied cup with pronounced smoky overtones, a chocolate-truffle mid-palate, and a caramel sweetness that cuts through the roast. The finish is assertive with a pleasant bite rather than bitterness when brewed appropriately.

• Primary flavors: smoke, dark chocolate, and caramel
• Texture: full body with a clean, bold finish
• Balance: pronounced roast tempered by subtle natural sweetness

Which grind and brewing methods work best with an 18 oz bag of whole beans?

This whole-bean format lets you select the grind size to match your equipment and desired strength. Use finer grinds for concentrated methods like espresso, medium for drip and pour-over, and coarse for French press or cold brew to extract balanced flavor without excessive bitterness.

• Espresso: fine grind for a bold, rich shot
• Drip/Pour-over: medium grind for clarity and balance
• French press/Cold brew: coarse grind for smooth extraction and reduced acidity

How does Peet's approach sourcing and roasting for sustainability and quality?

Peet’s combines careful sourcing with long-term relationships in coffee-growing regions and hands-on roasting expertise. The brand focuses on impact in producing communities while applying decades of roasting skill to maximize each bean’s potential.

• Sourcing from Latin American high-altitude farms for dense, flavorful beans
• Ongoing programs aimed at positive social and environmental impact
• Hand-roasted technique developed over 50+ years to ensure consistent quality

Who is this for: Peet's French Roast whole bean is for coffee drinkers who prefer a powerful, smoky cup—people who enjoy full-bodied roasts that stand up to cream and sugar, home baristas dialing in espresso, or anyone who values freshly ground beans for robust flavor. If you like a deeply roasted coffee with complexity rather than mild or bright acidity, this French Roast delivers a memorably bold experience.

• Contains one 18-ounce bag of Peet's French Roast whole-bean coffee
• Flavor profile: dark roast with chocolate truffle, smoke, and caramel notes
• Recommended grinds: fine for espresso, medium for drip/pour-over, coarse for French press/cold brew
• Peet's supports sourcing practices that aim to benefit farming communities and the environment

Ingredients

100% Arabica Coffee