Updated on Mar. 18, 2025
We tested Atlas Coffee Club, a popular coffee subscription service that sends you freshly roasted java from around the world. Here's why it's worth the splurge.
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I frequently find myself standing in the aisle of my local grocery store, wishing they had a better selection of coffee brands. They mostly carry big-name brands, which are good, but I’d be lying if I said they don’t get a little boring when you drink them every day.
I love trying different coffees and even giving coffee gifts. So when I heard about Atlas Coffee Club, a coffee subscription box that sends you coffee from around the world, I knew I had to try it out. Read on for our Atlas Coffee Club review.
VIA MERCHANT
Discover the wide world of coffee without leaving your home! This club inspires wanderlust with every sip.
Atlas Coffee Club is a coffee subscription service, and though it’s certainly not the only brand that ships freshly brewed beans, it stands out from competitors thanks to its globally sourced coffee. Each month, Atlas sends “micro-lot coffees” that it sources from all around the world—one month, you’ll get to experience chocolaty coffee from Costa Rica, and the next, you’ll be sipping a surprisingly fruity brew from Ethiopia.
I was lucky enough to receive coffee from the Yunnan region of China for my delivery. I opted for ground beans that I could use in my drip coffee machine, and I received the coffee in a medium and light roast. Each bag was carefully packaged in its box and came with a postcard featuring facts about Chinese culture. Additionally, there was a pamphlet with information about the coffee beans, tasting notes and brew recommendations.
I also appreciated that Atlas Coffee Club uses recyclable packaging, aligning with my preference for eco-friendly products. Additionally, their support for farmers over fair trade companies leads to better quality coffee and matches my commitment to ethical sourcing.
The coffee bag itself was absolutely beautiful. It featured a vibrant yellow and blue print with a dragon tail, red flowers and Chinese lanterns. It would jump off the shelf at you, but you’d never find these particular coffee beans at the store as they make their U.S. debut via Atlas. Cool, right?
As mentioned earlier in our Atlas Coffee Club review, it’s a subscription service, which means the company sends recurring deliveries. When customers sign up for Atlas, they can select whether they want deliveries every two or four weeks and how many bags they want per delivery. The smallest is a half-bag option, and the largest for true coffee enthusiasts is the four-bag box. It’s worth noting that if you opt for deliveries every two weeks, you will get the same beans twice because the brand only introduces new coffee monthly.
Atlas also caters to your individual coffee preferences. You can choose between whole-bean or ground coffee, depending on what coffee equipment you use. Plus, you can specify whether you prefer light-to-medium roast, medium-to-dark roast, or all roast types.
As with most subscription services, you can skip a delivery or cancel at any time, and Atlas also has rewards programs that let you earn bonuses such as free shipping and store credit.
How do you test coffee? You drink it, of course! (Tough job—I know.) I first sampled Atlas in February 2022.
Typically, I have at least two cups of coffee per day—one in the morning and one mid-afternoon. I decided to sample the medium roast as a midday pick-me-up. I brewed a pot in my drip coffeemaker and took a few sips of it black before adding my usual coffee creamer and sugar. The coffee was rich without being overwhelming, and I could taste notes of honey. I found that I didn’t need to add as much sugar as usual because the brew was naturally a bit sweet.
Beforehand, I was worried that the coffee might be a bit out-of-the-box for my tastes, but overall, it tasted like a high-quality brew that one would find in a cafe. I’d happily drink it any day!
Not everyone has the same coffee preferences, so I wanted to have a few more people sample the product. Family brunch was the perfect opportunity to get opinions, so we brewed a pot of the light roast all together. My father thought the brew was a little too light—he’s a dark-roast kind of guy—but everyone agreed the flavor was great, regardless of whether they drink their joe black or with mix-ins.
To ensure this subscription continues to live up to the hype, Senior Shopping Editor Katie Bandurski re-tested the service in July 2024.
“I tried Atlas many years ago, and I was eager to see if it’s still worth the price,” Katie said. “After all, this subscription helped me get into brewing quality coffee at home. Before, I used to think people who ground beans every morning and had multiple different brewing gadgets were a little crazy. Coffee is just a source of caffeine, right? But trying Atlas blends from around the world helped me realize there are so many coffee flavors, notes and even textures to explore.”
For this test, Katie sampled three bags: a dark roast and a medium roast from Guatemala, as well as a dark roast from Burundi. She also got an assortment of K-Cups and Nespresso pods.
“One of my favorite parts of this coffee club is the packaging, so I’m pleased that hasn’t changed,” Katie says. “I love the postcard and informational note about the coffee/country of origin. It’s a fun way to learn a little something new and keep track of all the coffee you’ve tried. The brightly patterned bags are fun, too.”
Katie first tried the dark roast Guatemala coffee with tasting notes of malt, baked red apple and butterscotch. “I use my KitchenAid KF8 automatic espresso machine every day, and this whole bean dark roast was the perfect espresso-style bean to kick off testing. It brewed a rich, full-bodied cup with minimal acidity. The flavor was balanced and tasty, either black or with a splash of vanilla creamer. I made espresso shots, cappuccinos and Americanos with this coffee and it was incredibly easy to drink.”
Next, she tried another dark roast. This time from Burundi with tasting notes of red apple, black tea and raisins. “Since it was a dark roast, I chose to brew this blend in my espresso maker as well,” Katie notes. “And even though the roast and prep method were the same, this was a totally different coffee experience. The flavor was balanced, with a touch more acidity than the Guatemala beans.”
That’s the beauty of Atlas! Even when sticking to coffee preferences, the club delivers a new experience every single month. “I love this service so much,” Katie says. “It really is perfect for both established coffee drinkers and beginners defining their tastes. I know my day is about to get better when that little gray box shows up on the porch!”
If you’re looking to level-up your morning cup of joe, Atlas recently released mushroom coffee, too. This nutrient-packed instant coffee blend is easy to make, thanks to an included coffee frother in your first order.
Each serving is packed with 2250 mg of functional mushrooms, including ashwagandha, reishi, lion’s mane and cordyceps. But the benefits don’t stop there. You’ll also get cassia cinnamon, probiotics, prebiotics, L-theanine, collagen and vitamins D3 and B12.
Katie tested the Atlas+ Superblend and was impressed with the noticeable benefits. “It tastes like a lot of instant coffees, bitter with a slightly chalky mouthfeel,” she says. “There’s no complexity or balanced flavor like you get with brewed coffee, but it’s considerably better than other mushroom coffees I’ve tried.”
“I was shocked to learn there’s only 45 mg of caffeine in each serving,” Katie explains. “I noticed an immediate difference in clarity and energy that picked me out of my afternoon slump.” There’s also a latte version if you prefer some sweetness.
While Atlas offers a solid coffee subscription, it isn’t the only option available.
Trade Coffee club provides a quiz to determine your coffee preferences and offers multiple grind types for different brewing styles. Trade’s shipping fee is low, but their coffee bags are pricier than Atlas. Additionally, Trade Coffee offers more delivery flexibility, while Atlas only has two options: every two weeks or once a month. The most notable difference, though, is that Trade Coffee has dozens of coffees to choose from ever month, while Atlas focuses on one lot from a specific country of origin. Learn more in our Trade Coffee review.
Next, Partners coffee subscription features seasonal brews and bold packaging similar to Atlas. Partners offer delivery every one to four weeks, which suits those who consume coffee quickly and enjoy variety. However, Partners is available only as 12-ounce bag of whole beans while Atlas offers a variety of sizes and grind types.
If you’re looking for a way to freshen up your coffee routine, our Atlas Coffee Club review tells you that this brand is worth a try. You’ll experience unique types of coffee that you can’t find in the grocery store, and the beans are always fresh. Plus, the box ships right to your door. There are myriad ways to customize your subscription so it fits your coffee-drinking preferences.
Plus, Atlas Coffee Club makes a great gift. Whether you’re shopping for a coffee lover, baker or breakfast fanatic, you can’t go wrong. It’s a staple on our food of the month club and gift subscription lists.
VIA MERCHANT
Eager to try coffee from around the world? Atlas Coffee Club makes it easy.
After reading our Atlas Coffee Club review are you ready to start sipping on java from around the world? Sign up for Atlas Coffee Club through the website, where you’ll be able to customize the frequency and size of your delivery. Additional options, like coffee samplers, are available on Amazon. Trust us—this is not your average joe!
Yes, Atlas Coffee is considered ethical. It prioritizes direct partnerships with farmers over standard “fair-trade” rates, ensuring local growers benefit more directly while providing users with higher-quality coffee. This approach makes Atlas Coffee a more ethical choice than many other coffee brands.
A half bag of Atlas Coffee costs $9 per shipment, a full bag is $14 and a double bag is $28, each with a $4.95 shipping fee.
Users can cancel their Atlas subscription at any time by logging into their account and navigating to “Coffee Membership Settings.” They can also contact support at [email protected] for assistance.
At Taste of Home, we’re big coffee fans. Our editors and Product Testing Team have reviewed countless caffeinated products, including flavored coffee, and coffee concentrates. We also test gear like Keurigs, pour-overs and coffee grinders. We have decades of experience in product testing across food and beverage.
Camryn Rabideau brings over eight years of experience in writing and professional product testing at Taste of Home, Bon Appétit, Epicurious, Food52, The Spruce Eats and Martha Stewart. As a freelance lifestyle writer, she has reviewed hundreds of kitchen and home products, making her an ideal candidate to evaluate Atlas Coffee Club.
Katie Bandurski, a senior shopping editor and former digital editor at Taste of Home, has experience as a digital staff writer at Better Homes & Gardens. With over eight years of experience reviewing food and home products, Katie has contributed to over 2,000 Taste of Home articles focused on recipes, products and brands. Her deep knowledge of kitchen, food and home content makes her well-suited to provide insights on Atlas Coffee Club’s features.
Alexandra Mantella, Content Updates Editor at Family Handyman, updated and contributed research to this piece. She has over five years of experience in product testing, research and commerce writing. Previously, she served as a commerce content update editor at Bob Vila.
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