Two Bold Roasts, Two Different Cups

If you're choosing between Folgers Black Silk and Gourmet Supreme, you're comparing two well-regarded ground coffees that serve different parts of the dark roast spectrum. Black Silk delivers a full dark roast with a smooth, not bitter finish. Gourmet Supreme sits at a medium dark roast, offering a balanced flavor profile that is bold but less intense than a true dark roast. Your decision comes down to how much roast character you want in your cup.

Roast Level and Flavor Profile

The primary difference between these two coffees is the roast depth, which directly affects taste.

  • Folgers Black Silk – Dark Roast: Black Silk is a dark roast ground coffee that delivers a bold, full-bodied flavor. The catalog notes it offers a smooth, not bitter finish, which is a key advantage for drinkers who want intensity without harshness.
  • Folgers Gourmet Supreme – Medium Dark Roast: Gourmet Supreme is a medium dark roast. It provides a balanced flavor profile with a bold yet smooth taste. This roast level retains more of the coffee's natural character than a full dark roast, making it a good middle ground for those who find dark roasts too heavy.

Pack Sizes and Value

Both coffees are available in multi-pack options that suit different consumption habits. The Folgers Black Silk Dark Roast Ground Coffee comes in a 22.6 ounce canister, and can also be purchased as a pack of 6 of those canisters (product ID 15070) for a total of 135.6 ounces. There is also a 9.6 ounce pack of 6 (product ID 15072), yielding 57.6 ounces. The Folgers Gourmet Supreme Medium Dark Roast Ground Coffee (product ID 15084) is sold as a pack of six 9.6-ounce cans, providing a total of 57.6 ounces. This makes Gourmet Supreme a convenient option for regular brewing without committing to a very large container.

What the Catalog Confirms

  • Folgers Black Silk Dark Roast Ground Coffee, 22.6 Ounce Canister: Folgers Black Silk Dark Roast Ground Coffee, 22.6 ounce canister. Dark roast ground coffee for a full-bodied, robust flavor. The Black Silk blend offers a smooth, not bitter finish. This confirms the roast level and the smooth finish that sets Black Silk apart from other dark roasts.

    Folgers Black Silk Dark Roast Ground Coffee, 22.6 Ounce Canister

    Folgers Black Silk Dark Roast Ground Coffee, 22.6 Ounce Canister

  • Folgers Gourmet Supreme Medium Dark Roast Ground Coffee, 9.6 Ounces (Pack of 6): Folgers Gourmet Supreme Medium Dark Roast Ground Coffee, pack of six 9.6-ounce cans. Medium dark roast offers a balanced flavor profile with a bold yet smooth taste. This establishes Gourmet Supreme as a medium dark option, ideal for those who want boldness without the full dark roast intensity.

    Folgers Gourmet Supreme Medium Dark Roast Ground Coffee, 9.6 Ounces (Pack of 6)

    Folgers Gourmet Supreme Medium Dark Roast Ground Coffee, 9.6 Ounces (Pack of 6)

Brewing Fit and Compatibility

Both products are ground coffee designed for use with standard drip coffee makers. The convenient ground format means you can use them in any automatic drip brewer, pour-over setup, or French press without needing a grinder. Neither product requires special equipment, so your choice can be based purely on taste and pack size.

Which Should You Choose?

Choose Folgers Black Silk if you want a deep, dark roast with a smooth finish and don't mind a larger canister or multi-pack. It's the right pick for drinkers who prioritize roast intensity and want a consistent bold cup every morning. Choose Folgers Gourmet Supreme if you prefer a medium dark roast that balances boldness with the coffee's natural flavors, especially if you want a multi-pack of smaller cans that stay fresh longer after opening.