Customer reviews for Carte Noire CARTE NOIRE Expresso

Carte Noire CARTE NOIRE Expresso

Find yourself transported to the magnificent streets of Paris with each sip of our heavenly Carte Noire. Imported from Europe exclusively for TASSIMO, this robust blend of 100%Arabica beans is topped with a delicate layer of foam and brewed to perfection, offering an authentic experience every time.
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5
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7 out of 10(70%)reviewers recommend this product.
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Customer reviews for CARTE NOIRE Expresso
Review 1 for CARTE NOIRE Expresso
Overall rating 
5 / 5
5 / 5

Good Espresso

PostedFebruary 19, 2013
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Nat32
fromLas Vegas, NV, USA
Age:25-34
Favorite Beverage:Latte
Gender:female
Length of Use:More than 2 years
Taste 
5 / 5
5 / 5
Aroma 
4 / 5
4 / 5
Strength of flavor 
4 / 5
4 / 5
My husband loves espresso, and has tried all the brands available for the Tassimo. This one is his favorite.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Review 2 for CARTE NOIRE Expresso
Overall rating 
5 / 5
5 / 5

Just like in Paris

PostedOctober 4, 2012
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MC123
Taste 
5 / 5
5 / 5
Aroma 
5 / 5
5 / 5
Strength of flavor 
4 / 5
4 / 5
It's an expresso, ok. I am just thrilled to find my French brand for sale in the US :)
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Review 3 for CARTE NOIRE Expresso
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4 / 5
4 / 5

french, not Italian

PostedMay 26, 2012
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sinapses
fromPortland, OR
Age:45-54
Favorite Beverage:Cappucino
Gender:male
Length of Use:More than 2 years
Taste 
4 / 5
4 / 5
Aroma 
5 / 5
5 / 5
Strength of flavor 
2 / 5
2 / 5
Some complain that this coffee is weak, but it reflects well a traditional espresso preparation that does not produce the same Italian ristretto effect, which is what some incorrectly refer to as espresso. It is a genuine espresso and produces a nice, balance coffee
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Review 4 for CARTE NOIRE Expresso
Overall rating 
1 / 5
1 / 5

colored water

PostedMay 23, 2012
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wally324
fromflorida
Age:45-54
Favorite Beverage:Espresso
Gender:male
Length of Use:1-2 years
Taste 
1 / 5
1 / 5
Aroma 
1 / 5
1 / 5
Strength of flavor 
1 / 5
1 / 5
This is so weak its like drinking colored water. I bought 6 of the 16 packs and sorry that I did. I would not buy this again and I certainly would not recommend it to anyone. Stay with the gvalia brand if possible. This was totally a waste of money.
No, I do not recommend this product.
-1point
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Review 5 for CARTE NOIRE Expresso
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1 / 5
1 / 5

watery & weak

PostedApril 20, 2012
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Brett
fromAlabama
Age:55-65
Favorite Beverage:Latte
Gender:male
Length of Use:3-12 months
Taste 
1 / 5
1 / 5
Aroma 
1 / 5
1 / 5
Strength of flavor 
1 / 5
1 / 5
I was surprised that this product was so weak; not at all robust
No, I do not recommend this product.
-2points
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Review 6 for CARTE NOIRE Expresso
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1 / 5
1 / 5

Very watery and weak

PostedJanuary 25, 2012
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JavaVixen
fromLas Vegas
Favorite Beverage:Espresso
Gender:female
Length of Use:1-2 years
Taste 
3 / 5
3 / 5
Aroma 
2 / 5
2 / 5
Strength of flavor 
1 / 5
1 / 5
Purchased this espresso after Starbucks was discontinued, the flavor is weak and the espresso is watery. I don't know how they could label this extra bold when it is weaker than regular coffee.
No, I do not recommend this product.
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Alabama
 
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watery & weak
Posted April 20, 2012
I was surprised to find this product was weak; not at all robust
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Review 7 for CARTE NOIRE Expresso
Overall rating 
5 / 5
5 / 5

Best Expresso on the Market

PostedJanuary 4, 2012
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DZiem
Taste 
5 / 5
5 / 5
Aroma 
5 / 5
5 / 5
Strength of flavor 
5 / 5
5 / 5
I love Carte Noire when I go to France, so it's great that Tassimo offers it!
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Review 8 for CARTE NOIRE Expresso
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2 / 5
2 / 5

Not "Extra Bold"

PostedDecember 27, 2011
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eydie34
fromAsheville, NC
Age:Over 65
Favorite Beverage:Espresso
Gender:female
Length of Use:More than 2 years
Taste 
2 / 5
2 / 5
Aroma 
2 / 5
2 / 5
Strength of flavor 
2 / 5
2 / 5
I thought I'd try a different Expresso from the one I usually buy, especially since the label said "Extra Bold," but I was disappointed. It seemed watered down. I even tried using two discs in a cup, and it still lacked the usual bold taste of expresso.
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Indiana
 
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On-Target Review! Carte Noire is not at all bold.
Posted February 17, 2012
Was utterly disappointed at the taste: blah, watery, awful. I returned it immediately. Tried Mastro Lorenzo and found an unbelievably smooth, European-type brew. Wonderful. Sharp contrast to Carte Noire.
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Review 9 for CARTE NOIRE Expresso
Overall rating 
5 / 5
5 / 5

Excellent Espresso

PostedApril 9, 2011
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CappyGirl806
fromLubbock, TX
Age:25-34
Favorite Beverage:Cappucino
Gender:female
Length of Use:3-12 months
Taste 
5 / 5
5 / 5
Aroma 
5 / 5
5 / 5
Strength of flavor 
5 / 5
5 / 5
My husband and I were so bummed when we heard certain products would be making an exit from Tassimo!! We decided to try different espresso brands and were very pleased to find this one!! I only wish they made cappuccino and latte combo packs. Guess you can't always have it all!! We think this espresso may even be a step up from the others!!
Yes, I recommend this product.
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New Jersey
 
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An Alternative
Posted April 25, 2011
Nespresso sells milk foamers which work really well and are simple to use. We always buy the espresso from Tassimo and then use the nespresso foamer. You can use real milk and have your choice of what type of milk to use. Tastes even better than using the combo packs.
+2points
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Review 10 for CARTE NOIRE Expresso
Overall rating 
5 / 5
5 / 5

Moment of Luxury

PostedMarch 23, 2011
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WhiteRose
fromHouston, Texas, USA
Age:35-44
Favorite Beverage:Espresso
Gender:female
Length of Use:More than 2 years
Taste 
5 / 5
5 / 5
Aroma 
5 / 5
5 / 5
Strength of flavor 
5 / 5
5 / 5
I am a long term professional coffee drinker.
The main reason I bought Tassimo coffee machine was to make my own espresso at home the way I wanted.
From all espresso coffee brands this is the winner. I knew and tried the product in 2005 when I spent time in Monaco and France, even before it was introduced into US.
It is my daily MOMENT OF LUXURY at home to have a really good cup of coffe in the morning before I start my day. Try it!
Yes, I recommend this product.
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LOVE Carte Noire!
Posted January 20, 2012
I run the same pod through twice for the same drink...nice & creamy but not too strong.
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Review 11 for CARTE NOIRE Expresso
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3 / 5
3 / 5

OK, I guess

PostedMarch 4, 2011
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theo1106
fromColchester, CT
Age:55-65
Favorite Beverage:Cappucino
Gender:male
Length of Use:Less than 3 months
Taste 
3 / 5
3 / 5
Aroma 
3 / 5
3 / 5
Strength of flavor 
3 / 5
3 / 5
Not to bad, Slightly watery, but much better than Gevalia. Until I find something better, I guess I will continue to use this brand.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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I found something better
Posted March 14, 2011
If you like your espresso with a strong flavor and aroma. buy Mastro Lorenzo espresso.
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