As a seasoned reviewer of all things coffee, I’ve sampled my fair share of Keurig products. After all, the brand’s presence is far-reaching; Keurig’s single-serve coffee makers are found in tens of millions of American households. So when I heard the brand had completely revamped its hard plastic-encased K-Cup, I knew this was big news. First teased way back in 2024, Keurig’s plastic-free pod coffee system has finally arrived .

Pros & Cons

The plastic-free pods are an achievement in themselves

The steam wand is high-quality

On balance, the coffee brewed was impressive

The digital interface was easy to use

The espresso lacked body

Keurig's largest coffee brewer, it takes up a good deal of counter space

The price is steep

Individual AltaRounds are packaged in foil (for now)

Called an AltaRound, this puck consists of coffee grounds encased in seaweed-derived gel. The changes go beyond packaging.…