I prefer medium-dark roasts, so I originally purchased Homely House which is listed as a medium roast (just in case the dark was too dark). I found that was far, far too light for me, so I got Great Old One, listed as a dark roast, to try next. Unfortunately, this is barely any darker than Homely House, and even calling it a medium roast would be generous in my opinion. Even if we consider it at least a medium, it is definitely NOT a dark roast, not by a long shot. If you compare Homely House and Great Old One side by side you can barely notice a difference in the color of the beans. I would usually expect a dark roast to have been roasted at least long enough to start bringing out the oils so the beans have a shiny surface, but these do not have that. Lest you think I'm talking merely about appearance here, the smell and the taste also have that characteristic acidic aroma of lighter roasts ("bright" in coffee-speak, but for me it brings to mind cooked tomatoes). I understand that lighter roasts are generally preferred amongst coffee drinkers with a more sophisticated palette than mine, so I think this coffee is probably still just fine overall, which is why I have rated this a 3 instead of a 1 or 2. However, I unfortunately cannot give it higher than that as it is listed as a dark roast and simply is not. If you want a dark roast, you will be disappointed. If you pretty much can ONLY enjoy coffee if has been roasted long enough to remove the "bright" acidic flavor, you will be very, very disappointed. I really wanted to support Many Worlds Tavern because I love the idea of a geeky roastery but unfortunately it seems there's nothing in your lineup that will work for me. Let me know if you come up with an "ultra dark" roast. ;)

Pretty good!

A perfectly done dark roast!

Thank you for carrying Tanzanian coffee. My new every day coffee. Also thanks for supporting Tolarian Community College. Please do again.

Really enjoyed this dark roast, it was not bitter at all. It worked well in my half caff blends that I enjoy, but also made for a great cup on its own.