I wish that I could be someone who appreciated the nuances of coffee beans and could distinguish between notes of orange peel, dried cherries, velvet plants or tree bark. Instead, I'm someone who only appreciates it when coffee activates my brain, allowing me to respond to early morning emails or plot out my daily to-do list. For me, coffee is, first and foremost, about convenience and a serious kick of caffeine. Of course, I still like it to taste good, which is why I'm such a huge fan of Atlas Coffee Club.
With its subscription-based model, I can easily get fresh roasted coffee beans delivered right to my door — and they just so happen to produce a delicious mug of coffee.
Atlas Coffee Club Subscription
- Fast delivery
- Chance to try different coffee
- Customize brew types
- Brand chooses coffee for you
- Subscription-based service
Product Specs:
Ground type: Whole bean, ground, K-Cup, Nespresso pods | Roast types: Light to medium, medium to dark
How I tried the Atlas Coffee Club
Each box is customizable
Coffee beans are not one-size-fits-all. Remember how I said I like coffee that's convenient? My first cup of the day is always prepared in my beloved Moccamaster coffee maker, a high-quality drip machine that brews hot coffee in minutes. With Atlas Coffee Club, I can choose the grind type based on my preferred brewing method, such as classic drip or other methods that I have less patience for, like a French press or pour-over.
I can also choose my roast preference — light to medium with fruity, citrus-forward notes; medium to dark featuring bolder chocolate flavors; or a variety.
Once I've selected my preferences, I can also choose the size and number of bags per shipment — a half bag (six ounces of beans or roughly 15 cups of coffee); a single bag (12 ounces of beans or about 30 cups of coffee); or a double bag (totaling 24 ounces of beans or 60 cups of coffee).
Finally, choose between two or four-week delivery intervals. According to the brand, the beans are roasted to order to ensure a fresh brew. I chose two-week intervals because I'd fall asleep if I didn't — and can confirm that each delivery arrived promptly.
Why I like the Atlas Coffee Club
The delivery is reliable
I received multiple emails once my order had been placed, including notifications when my box had shipped and was out for delivery. Each shipment arrived according to schedule and if I ever needed to make adjustments to the delivery date, the website made it easy to do so.
The bag of beans arrived carefully packaged in a fitted cardboard box and the aroma alone gave me a quick jolt.
It delivers a delicious cup of Joe
Of course, one of the most important factors when selecting coffee beans is the taste. Atlas sources its beans from countries all around the world, including Brazil, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Guatemala, Kenya, Peru and more.
Each shipment includes a bag of single-origin beans, which are packaged in a colorful printed bag that highlights the country where they were sourced. The box also includes additional information about the agricultural landscape of the country and flavor notes for the beans.
I received one bag of beans from Honduras and another from Vietnam. The Honduran beans smelled like anise and toasted marshmallow, while the Vietnamese beans had richer notes reminiscent of dark chocolate and dried cherries. The informational card highlighted notes of yellow raisin, honey and butter in the Honduran beans, which I tried to appreciate, despite a generous splash of cream and plenty of cane sugar to boot.
So if you're anything like me and can't start the day without coffee, consider signing up for a high-value coffee-based subscription service. I can't recommend Atlas Coffee Club enough for its variety of flavors, fast service and ease of use — you'll never have to worry about running low on coffee again. It would even make a great gift for a fellow coffee lover in your life, too. In the meantime, I will be brewing another pot.
More editor-loved coffee products
Cuisinart Coffee Grinder
- Easy to clean
- Easy to use
- Small capacity
Size: 2.5 ounces of beans | Material: Stainless steel blades
"Any coffee enthusiast will tell you that the difference between a good cup of coffee and a great one is grinding your beans right before brewing," says associate social media editor Dani Musacchio. "I absolutely love this electric coffee grinder because it is compact, easy to clean and not too loud. I've had it for nearly 10 years and I can't believe it still works just as well as when I first got it."
Yeti Stackable Cups
- Comes in pack of 2
- Maintains beverage temperature
- Fits most espresso machines
Size: 4 or 6 ounces | Features: Insulated | Colors: 13
Take your coffee to-go in these portable, stackable Yeti cups. "I saw this idea on TikTok of gifting these miniature mugs to your [mother in laws] or bridesmaids leading up to the big day to serve as a means for alcohol or coffee," says associate editor Sierra Hoeger. "I showed it to a couple of my friends and we all agreed it was a practical addition to any gift!"
Golde Superwhisk
- Rechargeable
- Easy to store
- Has two speeds
Material: Stainless steel | Key features: Rechargable USB-C cable, travel-friendly
If you like to make at-home lattes or matcha, you'll need a high-quality milk frother to achieve coffeeshop-style results. "I've had this for a few years and have sworn off other frothers because it's so good," says commerce editor Vivien Moon. "Not only does it have multiple whisking speeds, but it is also rechargeable. One charge lasts me for ages and it's easy to recharge."
Chemex Pour-Over Glass Coffeemaker
- Easy to use and clean
- Doesn't stay warm for long
Size: Makes 6 cups | Materials: Borosilicate glass
Looking to upgrade your morning coffee routine? Try this under-$50 device for pour-over coffee. "I recently stayed with a friend who uses a Chemex coffee maker every morning instead of a drip or single-serve machine, and I absolutely loved how the coffee tasted," says senior partnerships editor Francesca Cocchi Zabloudil.
"I immediately ordered one for myself on Amazon and a subscription to Atlas Coffee Club. I love that my Chemex is so much simpler and easier to keep clean than other coffee machines I've owned. Combined with the coffee subscriptions, which send me different bags of coffee every month that are specifically ground for Chemex, it's been a fun way to change up my coffee routine."
Moccamaster by Technivorm KBGV Select 10-Cup Coffee Maker
- Easy to use
- Fast brewing
- Coffee comes out great
- Some say pricy for what it is
Size: Brews up to 40 ounces | Key features: Warming plate, adjustable brewing speed, pump-free
I [Vaughan] received a Moccamaster from the brand years ago and was initially intimidated by its appearance, which looks way more complicated than other drip coffee machines. Not only is it incredibly simple to use, but it delivers a phenomenal product that I believe justifies the price.
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Kelly Vaughan is a recipe editor for TODAY.com where she oversees digital recipe content and branded food franchises.
