Every roaster has a story, and this one starts in St. Petersburg, Florida, where Roast To Order began (then known as No Name Java) back in 2004. Saint Pete’s Dark Secret is a nod to those early days—a blend so bold and smooth it went from quiet experiment to customer favorite almost overnight.
This dark roast is built from Latin American, Indonesian and African beans, roasted slow and deep to bring out chocolate richness, a touch of smoky sweetness, and a silky finish. It’s bold enough to satisfy dark roast fans, yet smooth enough to win over the “not usually a dark roast” crowd.
And the secret? Freshness. We roast this blend only after you order and ship within 24 hours, so you get the bold character without the bitterness of beans left sitting on a shelf.
What’s in the Cup:
Origins: Latin America · Indonesia · Africa
Roast Level: Dark
Flavor Notes: Dark Chocolate · Toasted Caramel · Smoky Sweetness
Body: Full, Round
Acidity: Low
Finish: Bold, Smooth, Lingering
Why you’ll love it: A dark roast with history, heart, and just the right amount of mystery.
This dark roast coffee delivers exceptional freshness with "chocolatey, toasty flavors" and "no bitterness." Customers praised its smooth, rich taste and quick delivery. "Fresh beans make great espresso," with dark chocolate and berry notes. One customer noted less oily beans affecting flavor, while another found bag sizing reduced from 1lb to 12oz disappointing.
5 stars: 54 (90%)
4 stars: 5 (8%)
3 stars: 1 (2%)
2 stars: 0 (0%)
1 star: 0 (0%)
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Amy C. (Grand Rapids, Michigan)
I'm very happy! ☕
I'm very happy with the chocolatey, toasty flavors of Saint Pete's. Having fresh beans is essential for my Bambino and I think Roast to order is the best option I have found.
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Mike M. (San Antonio, Texas)
Roast to order
Wrong picture and i dont know how to delete it. Recieved oin a good amount of time. Was a good brew and will consider buying again. I currently in the process of reviewing several brands so cant yet rate it compared to others.
Thanks. Picture is incorrect
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Michael C. (Belmont, New Hampshire)
Great
Great
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Stuart S. (Marietta, Georgia)
Saint Pete's makes a wonderful espresso
I prefer dark roast coffee and Saint Pete's makes a wonderful espresso. This is my second bag and so far it has taken ab out 5 days from my order to delivery. The beans arrive super fresh and really hold on to the freshness all the way through the bag (2.5 lbs). I alternate between Saint Pete and the Old World Espresso and am really enjoying them both.
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Deanna B. (Oak Park, Michigan)
Very tasty
Very tasty,low acidity A nice rich cup.
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Barry S.
Excellent
Excellent brew!
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Andrew K. (Las Vegas, Nevada)
Amazing Dark Roast
Fresh beans makes great espresso. This is a very nice dark roast with slightly oily beans and dark chocolate and deep berry overtones. The blend has nice balance and has appeal to consumers of medium to dark roast drinkers. I’m placing it on auto monthly order.
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Casey L. (Osage Beach, Missouri)
Unique roast
One of the better dark roasts! Enjoyed uniqueness!
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James H. (Holyoke, Massachusetts)
It is ok
It is ok, still have two others to try out. I'm picky when it comes to my tastebuds. Always searching for my standout......
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Charles F. (Potsdam, New York)
Best cup of coffee!
Wonderful! I have never had coffee this fresh. I use a stove top perculator with coarse ground beans and the coffee is delicious, and the kitchen smells great during brewing.
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David M. (Hoover, Alabama)
This coffee smells and tastes amazing
This coffee smells and tastes amazing. Full bodied, dark, without any bitterness. I brew using a MoccaMaster, with my Aromaster grinder set to the coarseness between pour over and French press. Outstanding results.
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Anonymous (Tampa, Florida)
My go to roast
Can always count on this company delivering the perfect roasted coffee. Love it!
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jeff R. (Fort Lauderdale, Florida)
I like
I like it
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Garry L.D. (Tampa, Florida)
Absolutely great coffee
Absolutely great coffee. Good flavor, smooth. Will definitely be re-ordering.
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Megan V. (Port Charlotte, Florida)
It's a great brew
It's a great brew. I have a sub for 2 bags every month.My husband and I drink multiple cups daily.
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Anonymous (Los Angeles, California)
Good
Good
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Suzi H. (Tampa, Florida)
Love the
Love the taste!
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Anonymous
SPDS is amazing!
One of the best coffees we've ever had. Typically brew americanos and latés and is becoming our daily go to. Shared with friends and family with the same result - go try it if you are looking for something new!
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james R. (Homosassa, Florida)
my go to
my go to. Dissapointed that you dropped the 1lb bag....reduced to 12oz
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Bob M. (Martinsburg, West Virginia)
really good coffee
really good coffee, even if you just grind and brew one cup
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Linda L. (Palmdale, California)
Great coffee
Great coffee. Timely shipping time
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Kevin H. (Atlanta, Georgia)
Excellent dark roast coffee
Excellent dark roast coffee, ☕️
Smooth and fresh coffee, enjoying it every morning ♥️
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dennis r. (Racine, Wisconsin)
Smooth for a dark
Smooth for a dark roast
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David R. (Summerland Key, Florida)
Rich bold balanced!
Rich bold balanced! As fresh as possible! No disappointment whatsoever!
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Kathy M. (Gilbert, Arizona)
Very nice fresh coffee no bitterness enjoyed
Very nice fresh coffee no bitterness enjoyed it
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Anonymous (Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania)
This was our first order and we just today ordered again
This was our first order and we just today ordered again. That should tell you all you need to know. We only buy espreso and this is our new favorite.
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Paul S. (Crest Hill, Illinois)
Todd just received my 10 lbs of Saint Pete's Dark
Todd just received my 10 lbs of Saint Pete's Dark...and as usual it is by far the best full brewed coffee out there. I've been drinking this for at least 10 years. Never disappointed..
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Beverly (St. Petersburg, Florida)
Our family loves this coffee
Our family loves this coffee. Wish there was a retail offering nearby!
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Anonymous (Tampa, Florida)
Great coffee
Great coffee, great company! I’ve been ordering from them several year, always fresh and delivered quickly.
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Aaron (Parrish, Florida)
Some of the best I’ve had
St. Pete’s dark secret was recommended and now it’s the only coffee I buy. Love how smooth this coffee tastes, and no bitter taste.
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Susan M. (Largo, Florida)
SPDS
Outstanding flavor. Incredibly fresh
Love it!!!
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Dave B. (North Port, Florida)
SPDS
Family and friends give me coffee for Christmas - all kinds from good (occasionally) very average (usually) to horrible. I try and drink most of it. It's finally all gone and I'm back to my SPDS. Damn it's good.
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Timothy R. (Wexford, Pennsylvania)
One of my favorites
This one never gets old for me. I love SPDS.
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