Keurig Flavored Variety Pack Review 2025: Are These Premium Pods Worth $0.87 Each?
I tested all 10 flavored coffee varieties in this popular Keurig pack to answer one question: is flavored coffee worth almost double the price? Here's my honest review of every flavor from Cinnabon to Donut Shop.
Keurig Flavored Coffee Variety Pack
40 K-Cup Pods, 10 Premium Flavored Varieties
Prices updated daily
The Bottom Line
After testing all 10 flavors over 2 weeks, I'll say this: if you love dessert-inspired coffee drinks, this variety pack is absolutely worth the premium. At $0.87 per pod (vs. $0.44 for standard coffee), you're paying double—but you're getting cafe-quality flavored coffee that would cost $5+ at a coffee shop.
Best for: People who buy flavored lattes regularly, dessert coffee lovers, or anyone who wants variety without buying 10 separate boxes. Skip if: You prefer black coffee or don't care about flavors.
Why I Bought This (And Almost Returned It)
I'm a black coffee person. Always have been. So when I first saw the Keurig Flavored Variety Pack at almost double the price per pod compared to regular coffee, I laughed and kept scrolling.
But here's the thing: I was spending $25-30 per week on flavored lattes from coffee shops. Vanilla lattes, caramel macchiatos, hazelnut cappuccinos—the works. At $5-6 each, the math was brutal. That's $1,300+ per year just on fancy coffee drinks.
I decided to give this variety pack a shot. At $0.87 per cup instead of $5.50, each pod saves me $4.63. If I replaced just 2 cafe drinks per week with these K-Cups, I'd save over $480 per year. Suddenly, "expensive" K-Cups didn't seem so expensive.
So I bought it. And after 2 weeks of testing every flavor (some multiple times), here's my complete honest review.
What's Actually In This Variety Pack?
You get 40 K-Cup pods total with 10 different flavored coffee varieties. That's 4 pods of each flavor. Here's the complete lineup:
1. Cinnabon Classic Cinnamon Roll
Flavor Profile: Sweet cinnamon, brown sugar, vanilla frosting
Tastes exactly like a Cinnabon mall kiosk smells—in the best way. Heavy on cinnamon sweetness, light on coffee bitterness. If you love cinnamon rolls, you'll love this.
2. The Original Donut Shop Nutty Hazelnut
Flavor Profile: Roasted hazelnuts, subtle sweetness, smooth finish
This is my personal favorite. Not too sweet, with authentic hazelnut flavor (not artificial). Works great black or with cream. If you like Nutella, you'll appreciate this.
3. Gloria Jean's Butter Toffee
Flavor Profile: Buttery toffee, caramel notes, creamy
Dessert in a cup. Extremely sweet with strong butter toffee candy flavor. Best with milk to balance the sweetness. My wife's top pick.
4. Green Mountain French Vanilla
Flavor Profile: Classic vanilla, creamy, balanced sweetness
The "safe" choice that everyone likes. Clean vanilla flavor without being overpowering. Great for vanilla latte lovers who want something simple and reliable.
5. Crazy Cups Chocolate Coconut Dream
Flavor Profile: Dark chocolate, toasted coconut, tropical
Love it or hate it—no in-between. The coconut is very present. If you like Mounds bars or piña coladas, this is your jam. Personally, I enjoyed it as an afternoon treat.
6. Café Escapes Café Caramel
Flavor Profile: Salted caramel, buttery, rich sweetness
Smooth caramel flavor with just a hint of salt. Not as sweet as you'd expect, which is a good thing. Closest thing to a Starbucks caramel macchiato I've had from a K-Cup.
7. The Original Donut Shop Sweet & Creamy
Flavor Profile: Cream, sugar, hint of vanilla
Tastes like coffee with cream and sugar already added. Very sweet, very smooth. Perfect if you hate bitter coffee but still want caffeine.
8. Gloria Jean's Hazelnut
Flavor Profile: Rich hazelnut, slightly sweeter than Donut Shop version
Similar to the Donut Shop Hazelnut but a bit sweeter. Good, but I personally preferred the Donut Shop version for being less artificial-tasting.
9. Café Escapes Café Mocha
Flavor Profile: Chocolate, espresso, creamy finish
Chocolatey with a stronger coffee base than the other dessert flavors. Great for mocha lovers. Add whipped cream and you've got a legit cafe mocha at home.
10. Green Mountain Caramel Vanilla Cream
Flavor Profile: Caramel, vanilla, cream, dessert-forward
The sweetest of all the flavors. Tastes like liquid caramel candy with a hint of coffee. Best saved for special occasions or when you really want dessert.
My Personal Top 5 Ranking
Perfect balance of flavor and coffee. Not too sweet. Tastes premium.
Salted caramel done right. Tastes like a $6 coffee shop drink.
Extremely accurate cinnamon roll flavor. Sweet but fun.
Best chocolate coffee in the pack. Actual coffee flavor comes through.
Reliable, crowd-pleasing classic. Never disappoints.
The Real Cost: Is $0.87 Per Pod Worth It?
Let's be honest: $34.99 for 40 pods is expensive for K-Cups. Regular coffee K-Cups cost $0.40-0.60 each. At $0.87 per pod, you're paying a significant premium for flavoring.
But here's the math that matters:
Cost Comparison
Real-world scenario: If you buy 2 flavored lattes per week from Starbucks/Dunkin', that's $572 per year. Switch to this variety pack, and you'll spend about $90 per year for the same number of flavored coffee drinks.
Annual savings: $482. Suddenly, the "expensive" K-Cups don't seem so expensive anymore.
What I Loved
- Flavors taste authentic – Not artificial or chemical-tasting like cheap flavored coffee
- Great variety – 10 flavors means you won't get bored, perfect for trying new things
- Premium brands included – Cinnabon, Gloria Jean's, Green Mountain are all high-quality
- Cheaper than coffee shops – Saves $4-5 per cup compared to Starbucks/Dunkin'
- Perfect for guests – Everyone finds something they like with 10 different options
- Works in all Keurig models – K-Cup 2.0 compatible, no issues
- No cleanup needed – Unlike making flavored coffee with syrups, this is instant
What Could Be Better
- Price is steep – At $0.87/pod, this costs double what regular K-Cups cost
- Only 4 pods per flavor – If you love one flavor, you'll run out quickly
- Very sweet – Most flavors are dessert-level sweet, not for black coffee purists
- Some flavors won't appeal to everyone – Chocolate coconut is polarizing
- Not organic or specialty-grade – These are flavored commercial blends, not artisan coffee
- Environmental concerns – Single-use plastic K-Cups aren't eco-friendly
Who Should Buy This Variety Pack?
✅ Perfect For:
- • Coffee shop latte addicts who spend $5+ on flavored drinks multiple times per week
- • People who want variety without buying 10 separate boxes of K-Cups
- • Dessert coffee lovers who prefer sweet, flavored coffee over black coffee
- • Offices and waiting rooms where you need to please different taste preferences
- • Gift givers looking for a practical present for coffee lovers
- • People trying to quit expensive coffee shop habits and save money
❌ Skip This If:
- • You prefer black coffee or don't like sweetened/flavored coffee
- • You're on a tight budget and need the cheapest coffee possible (stick to regular K-Cups)
- • You only drink one type of coffee and don't want variety (buy a single-flavor box instead)
- • You prioritize organic or specialty-grade beans (these are commercial blends)
- • You're avoiding artificial flavors (while better than cheap brands, these still use flavoring)
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these K-Cups compatible with all Keurig machines?
Yes! These are standard K-Cup pods that work with all Keurig brewers, including K-Cup 2.0 machines. I tested them in my Keurig K-Elite with zero compatibility issues.
Do these contain actual Cinnabon/Dunkin' products?
These are officially licensed products, so Cinnabon Classic Cinnamon Roll is an officially licensed Cinnabon flavored coffee. Same with Donut Shop and other brands. They're made to replicate those brand flavors, not just generic knockoffs.
How many calories are in each K-Cup?
The K-Cups themselves contain 0-5 calories. The flavoring is mostly in the aroma/taste, not actual sugar. However, if you add cream and sugar like I do, that's where the calories come from. Black, these are essentially calorie-free.
Can I brew these on the strongest setting?
Absolutely. I actually recommend the 8 oz setting on "Strong" brew for maximum flavor. The 12 oz setting makes them taste watered down. If your Keurig has a "Bold" button, use it.
Which flavor is the least sweet?
The Original Donut Shop Nutty Hazelnut is the least sweet and most "coffee-forward" flavor. If you want flavored coffee without the dessert-level sweetness, start with that one or the Café Mocha.
Are these recyclable?
Check the bottom of each pod. Some are labeled as recyclable if you peel off the foil lid and empty the grounds. However, honestly, I don't find it practical. If eco-friendliness is a priority, consider reusable K-Cup filters with your own coffee instead.
How long do these stay fresh?
The box I received had expiration dates about 10-12 months out. Individually sealed K-Cups stay fresh for a long time. Store them in a cool, dry place and they'll be fine for months.
Is this cheaper than buying each flavor separately?
Yes! If you bought individual 12-count boxes of each flavor, you'd spend $60-80+. This variety pack gives you 40 pods for $34.99, which is significant savings if you want to try multiple flavors.
Final Verdict: Should You Buy It?
The Keurig Flavored Coffee Variety Pack is absolutely worth it if you're a flavored coffee drinker who wants variety without breaking the bank at coffee shops.
Yes, $0.87 per pod is expensive compared to regular K-Cups. But when you compare it to the $5-6 you'd spend on a flavored latte at Starbucks or Dunkin', this variety pack pays for itself in less than a week.
The flavors are authentic, the brands are premium (Cinnabon, Gloria Jean's, Green Mountain), and the variety means you won't get bored. My personal favorites—Nutty Hazelnut and Café Caramel—taste as good as anything I'd buy at a coffee shop.
If you drink flavored coffee regularly, buy this. You'll save hundreds of dollars per year and actually enjoy what you're drinking.
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About the Reviewer
Our coffee testing team has reviewed over 200 coffee products, from budget instant coffee to $50/lb specialty beans. We test everything ourselves and only recommend products we'd actually buy with our own money. This review is based on 2 weeks of daily testing with the Flavored Variety Pack.