Nespresso.....Do you have one?

[dullbird]

Hey Guys

I'm very lucky, Ian amongst other things got me an an delonghi Nespresso machine for Christmas.

I'm sure many of you out there probably have one so I was wondering what your favourite capsule might be??

I personally like to drink weak Latte's so if anyone has an idea of a particular capsule I should try let me know.:)

Lou

[Chucaro]

The only thing that keep me out of purchasing one is that I like more selection of flavors but now THIS (http://espressoland.com.au/125-capsules-compatible-nespresso) site appears to offer a big selection.

[Piddler]

Have had one for 5 years, favourite Cossi and Voluto. They are great simple to clean, cheap to run and work a treat.

Enjoy.

Cheers

[dullbird]

Yeah I like the Voluto, I haven't tried the Cosi yet, thats next on the list :)

I have just bought some more Voluto....seems to me that Im suited to the 3 and 4 intensitys

[CraigE]

Ristretto, Voluto etc the stronger the better.

[dullbird]

oh really voluto is not strong I dont think it only comes in at 4 intensity a lot of the coffees come in at 7 and above

[dmdigital]

Hi Lou, PM Sniegy he got one too ;)

Can't help with pods as I only use freshly ground beans :)

[Landover]

I like a strong coffee so Ristretto or Arpeggio. For a smoother cup I like the Fortissio. If you like the milder flavors try the lower intensity until you find the one that suits. You should have got a sample pack with the unit. This is good to try them all. If you can get to a store to pick up your Pods they will make you a cup the try.

We even add coffee syrup's to make them a real treat. There good unit and easy to maintain and clean. Going strong after 2 years now.

[dullbird]

yeah my nearest store is in the city so thats not going to work for me which is a shame because I htink it would be an awesome way to get the limited edition ones

Discowhite has one and I tasted a couple of limited edition ones at his and they were lovely.

[outback jeff]

I have one of the delonghi Nespresso machine and think its great, i don't know what there names are I only go by the colours because i can't pronounce them, I like the Black, Gold, Purple, Dark Green & Pinkish ones, the limited edition ones are also good . Recently there were some macadamia, coconut and hazelnut flavoured ones. You can order them online and if you order over a certain amount (i think it's $100 but I'm not sure) postage is free. Hope this helps. Enjoy your coffee .

Cheers Jeff

[JC Rover]

Hi there,

I've had one for a year or two. I'm a cappuccino man. I always get Capriccio. My wife gets Ristretto, which I find a bit bitter. Love the machine though. Can't go back to instant coffee. When I go camping now, i take a stainless steel plunger (from ebay). No instant coffee for me. Nothing like good coffee in the middle of nowhere:cool:!

Cheers,

Jono

[patclan]

Had mine for a few years also, when I buy capsules I keep going back to the same ones, the Ristreto, the Indriya both 10's ( not sure of the spelling) and the Fortisso Lungo for the large cup.

I would point out one thing though if you don't know, like most coffee the capsules do not like being over extracted, so only run water through them once, or the coffee will be bitter, if you want more water in the cup then pop the capsule out and hit the water button again to just get hot water. Or bung in a fresh capsule for double and enjoy an intense one..

I took my nespresso on our last trip, worked great on the sites with power, but did not work so well on the crappy inverter I had, Coffee was just warm and it played up, that said waking up in the Simpson to a nice Ristretto was great.

Join the club and get your coffee delivered, it is quick and probably cheaper than fuel to pick them up, but there is less chance of you bumping into George Cluny

Enjoy your new machine.

Pat

[CraigE]

oh really voluto is not strong I dont think it only comes in at 4 intensity a lot of the coffees come in at 7 and above

Dont necessarily believe the ratings on them. I have found some of the lower rated ones to be better tasting or stronger than some of the higher ones. It also depends on the cup size for the strength too. The purple ones are a good normal use. Also depends on how you drink your coffee (cup, mug or espresso cup).
Reminds me I have to get some more for work. Without having them on me I may be mistaken about the Voluto, but I am sure that was one of the good ones.

[PeterM]

I bought the wife a Nespresso U for Christmas. She's loving it and the milk frothing attachment is much better than trying to steam milk. She's working her way through the sample pods and likes most of them, the decaf ones aren't winning too many friends though.

In addition to the ones people have listed already she also like the Romano one, she's a latte drinker as well.

[JamesH]

Hi DB

If I were you I'd try the Pure Origins, Rosabaya and Dulsao. The have a good flavour and are not too strong. (Personally I like the stronger pods).

Also, listen to Pat, don't over extract and if your machine is automatic (most are now days) make sure you push the correct button for the pod. If you or Ian like a mug of coffee from time to time then get some lungo sized pods, don't wring out a short shot pod.

If you like a weeker or longer coffee do as Pat says and top up with hot water. I use water from the kettle as I have this idea that water coming through the machine may pick up some old oils and stains but this is probably not something I could pick in a blind comparison.

I'm thrilled with my Nespresso but there is no point in saying it makes a great coffee, it makes a good coffee. I grab an overpriced but really great coffee when I get an opportunity but happy to save money and time with Nespresso most of the time.

[phl]

Have several machines over the past 8 years or so, some given away when I got the Latissima due to volume of frothed milk when having guests. Also have one for the bedroom (good use for the Waeco when not travelling).

I like the Livanto, but have also programmed the machine to have a shorter draw.

If I want something different, I use the Capsul-in and fill it with ground coffee; that way I'm not restricted to what Nestlé offers.

[dullbird]

yep the Dulsao one is lovely I had that one last night...I do drink out of a mug however I just do the one pass on the capsule as I like my late weak anyway..and then I just top up with milk...mmmmmmm

and its funny you should say that Graid because I had a lungo one which was only supposed to be intensity 3 and I found it really strong! but I guess thats because the Lungos are designed to be drawn in to a large latte glass...

perhaps I should try the Romano one..after i try Cosi tonight:)

[oztruckdriver]

I got the other 1/2 one for Xmas & we were wondering if you could use milk instead of water so it makes a milk coffee? Has anyone tried it. Also the mugs she likes to use are about 300ml what would be a good coffee to have in that size mug.

[sschmez]

Interesting thread for me, I got the Aldi Expressi machine from Santa and it seems that both machines take the same pods.

K-Fee is the pod system Aldi uses, and if anyone can confirm that Nespresso uses the same there a few more to try.

Stevo

[Landover]

Sorry Stevo, the pods for the aldi and Nespresso are different sizes and can't be used. The Aldi machine and coffee pods are still very good. My Parent's have one and goes well.

[scarry]

SWMBO has been looking at them for ages,the boys found out and got her one for chrissy.

She is still learning about it,what works best,which tastes are best,etc.

As for me,i hate coffee,so my interest in it is ziltch:D

[frantic]

We've had one for just over 2 years and drove/drank? it into the ground. Thankfully they are going to fix it under warranty as we are only 9 days out. Always made a good coffee and the internet order is handy especially if you have a friend or 2 who have the same machine you can group your orders. Also get a descaling kit as that helps.
As to flavours I like the stronger ones after nightshirt and the mid ones you've already named on normal days.

[adm333]

Interesting thread for me, I got the Aldi Expressi machine from Santa and it seems that both machines take the same pods.

K-Fee is the pod system Aldi uses, and if anyone can confirm that Nespresso uses the same there a few more to try.

Stevo

The Aldi #10 pods are not quite strong enough for me but I did discover that Gloria Jeans now sells a compatible pod that hits the mark.

The Expressi is my secondary machine, primary (at home) is a Lavazza a Modo Mio and it is brilliant.

[phl]

K-Fee is the pod system Aldi uses, and if anyone can confirm that Nespresso uses the same there a few more to try.

Stevo

I can confirm that the pod for the Aldi system are NOT the same as the Nespresso. Personal taste, but on a side to side tasting (someone I know was asking opinions, as he needed several, and would have been a decent saving), I much prefer the Nespresso.

FWIW, I find the Nespresso commercial pods not as good as the domestic pods.

[Tombie]

Pod coffee is not real coffee.

Real coffee comes from fresh roasted beans, ground just before becoming the perfect cup :)

Pod coffee is the Blend43 of 2012 :D

[dullbird]

I agree pod coffee is no match for a real coffee but it sure as hell beats instant

[Tombie]

But by its very design...

It IS instant :)

[incisor]

But by its very design...

It IS instant :)
Refillable Capsules for Nespresso Pod machines - Reuseable for 300 Espresso | eBay (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Refillable-Capsules-for-Nespresso-Pod-machines-Reuseable-for-300-Espresso-/271128734569?pt=AU_Food&hash=item3f20882b69&_uhb=1#ht_1544wt_1029)

best of both worlds :p

[dmdigital]

Actually from what I've read Nespresso pods are real coffee unlike some of the other brands. I think what you're alluding to Tombie is the "freshness" of the ground coffee and I could agree more with you. In fact I think I'll go grind and pour a cup now :D

[Rayngie]

My wife usd to be the boss of Nespresso NSW a few years back, Nestle shipped her over to pet foods but before she left they gave her a top model machine as a thank you,love the thing.
FOrtisso Lungo is very good for latte's, but get a good separate milk frother, Nestle have never got theirs right for us flat white and latte lovers...

[rick130]

I agree pod coffee is no match for a real coffee but it sure as hell beats instant

If someone offers me coffee and it doesn't come from freshly ground beans...

I ask for a tea, please :D

[dmdigital]

If someone offers me coffee and it doesn't come from freshly ground beans...

I ask for a tea, please :D
That's me too.

[phl]

That's what I used to think too, but after tasting too many bad coffees from too many cafes, have to say the Nespresso is up there. Better than most, not as good as the best. But then I'm not a coffee snob, and judge it by taste.

As I said, you can always grind your own and use the Capsul-in; Vietnamese Gold Weasel anyone?