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Best Nespresso capsules, by community rating

40 capsules rated from published opinion, best first. Kazaar leads at 4.0 out of 5.

Each score is the mean of opinions read in full from public sources, counted once per author. A capsule appears only once at least five independent authors have been read, so a capsule missing from this list is one we have not gathered enough evidence about — not one that scored badly. Every excerpt links to where it was published.

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40 capsules ranked

  1. Kazaar

    4.0/5 from 34 opinions

    Original Intensity 12 Price in United States: $0.90

    Summary of what people say: The most divisive of the everyday Original capsules. People who want the darkest, most caffeinated cup treat it as their default and describe it as consistently good; others find the same intensity comes through as bitter or woody and put the sleeve aside. Nearly everyone agrees it is a capsule you drink for…

    • Still tastes strong through milk
    • Very high caffeine
    • Consistent dark roast

  2. Cape Town Lungo

    4.0/5 from 16 opinions

    Original Intensity 10 Price in United States: $0.95

    Summary of what people say: Cape Town Lungo is often a favorite Original Line lungo with strong, woody, spicy and full-bodied character, working well black, with milk or in iced drinks.

    • Strong, full-bodied woody and spicy character
    • Works black, with milk and in iced drinks

  3. Chiaro

    4.0/5 from 8 opinions

    Original Intensity 5 Price in United States: $0.90

    Summary of what people say: Some people find it weak, bright or cloying.

    • Often a favorite or repeat choice
    • Works well in milk drinks

  4. Corto

    4.0/5 from 8 opinions

    Original Intensity 11 Price in United States: $0.90

    Summary of what people say: Corto is mostly praised as a strong, flavorful espresso that works black and with milk. A smaller negative group finds it too bitter or too intense, especially in some hot or iced milk drinks.

    • Strong and flavorful as a black espresso
    • Works well for milk drinks

    • I know I did not care for Corto hot or iced, it was too much for me surprisingly.

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    • I have enjoyed the cosi and corto and don’t love any of the super intense ones. But just yesterday, I brewed a corto and added steamed milk but the coffee tasted bitter and smelled a bit burnt.

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  5. Volluto

    3.9/5 from 36 opinions

    Original Intensity 4 Price in United States: $0.90

    Summary of what people say: Volluto receives mostly positive opinions as a mild Original espresso. People describe it as a good all-rounder, a favourite or a light roast with a mellow, aromatic character, and drink it black, with milk or in a latte.

    • Mild and aromatic
    • Works black, with milk or in a latte
    • Pairs well with milk for some

  6. Vaniglia

    3.9/5 from 22 opinions

    Original Intensity 6 Price in United States: $0.90

    Summary of what people say: Vaniglia is a sweet, floral vanilla-flavoured Original Line capsule with a generally favourable but clearly divided reception.

    • Pronounced floral and sweet vanilla character
    • Works in lungos, cappuccinos, milk drinks and iced recipes

    • Vaniglia has a very pleasant and floral vanilla taste. Nespresso uses the same natural flavors like they used for the Variation Fleur de Vanille (re

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    • Love Intenso and Melozio - not a fan of flavoured coffee but the Vaniglia is tasty. Try Nola next time - it is extraordinarily delicious.

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  7. Lisbon Bica

    3.9/5 from 18 opinions

    Original Intensity 10 Price in United States: not sold here

    Summary of what people say: Lisbon Bica is generally praised as a strong, dark and distinctive Original Line espresso, often with spicy, nutty, fruity, earthy or smoky notes. Some drinkers find it too bitter, soapy, dusty or flavorless, and preparation as a ristretto or with sugar or milk often matters.

    • Strong, dark and distinctive espresso
    • Spicy, nutty, fruity or smoky notes

    • I just tried this and really liked it. I can't stand sour coffee, and this is not sour at all. I also like coffees that are not overly bitter.

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    • I had my first Lisbon Bica the other day and really liked it. (I drink mine black.) Will be adding more sleeves to my next order.

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  8. Roma

    3.9/5 from 18 opinions

    Original Intensity 8 Price in United States: $0.90

    Summary of what people say: Roma is often described as a versatile Original espresso. People mention it as a smooth choice for cappuccino, a stronger straight espresso and a regular favourite. Other opinions call it sour, bitter or too intense, so it is not a universal choice.

    • Smooth for some in cappuccino
    • Chosen for straight espresso and stronger flavours
    • Often described as versatile or a favourite

  9. Tokyo Lungo

    3.9/5 from 17 opinions

    Original Intensity 6 Price in United States: $0.95

    Summary of what people say: Tokyo Lungo divides opinions: many describe it as a pleasant, light and nuanced lungo, sometimes a favourite or a good partner for milk and oat milk.

    • Pleasant light and nuanced flavour
    • A favourite or regular choice for some
    • Works for some with milk or oat milk

  10. Livanto

    3.9/5 from 16 opinions

    Original Intensity 6 Price in United States: $0.90

    Summary of what people say: The balanced middle of the Original range, and the capsule most often suggested to someone who found the dark roasts too much. People who like it describe it as smooth and well balanced enough to serve to guests or drink black all day; the dissent is consistent and specific — those who want more intensity find it…

    • Balanced, with little bitterness
    • Works black or with milk
    • A safe choice to serve guests

    • Genova Livanto is a favorite; it’s medium to light and I always have it in hand. ... So… my vote is Livanto, then Paris, then Roma

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    • I haven’t found a capsule I love as much as the Livanto. ... I stick with the only capsule I love but if Nespresso discontinued that capsule I would probably move on from Nespresso.

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  11. Shanghai Lungo

    3.9/5 from 15 opinions

    Original Intensity 5 Price in United States: $0.95

    Summary of what people say: Shanghai Lungo is often praised as a light, complex Original Line lungo with fresh-roast, tea-like and layered flavors, especially when brewed shorter. Some find it dilute, bland or among the worst, and preparation or cream can change the result.

    • Layered, light and complex flavor for many drinkers
    • Fresh-roast and slight tea notes are recurring positives
    • Often recommended as a favorite, especially with a shorter brew

  12. India

    3.8/5 from 12 opinions

    Original Intensity 11 Price in United States: $1.00

    Summary of what people say: India is sharply divided.

    • Dark, smoky and strong profile for many drinkers
    • Frequently kept as a favorite or go-to

  13. Café Joyeux

    3.8/5 from 11 opinions

    Original Intensity 5 Price in United States: not sold here

    Summary of what people say: Café Joyeux Original is generally smooth and biscuit-like, with a mild, easy-drinking profile and enough acidity to keep it lively. It works well black or with milk; some drinkers find it less distinctive or prefer other coffees, while a restricted ristretto brings out a stronger character.

    • Smooth, biscuit-like profile
    • Works well black or with milk

  14. Nocciola

    3.7/5 from 20 opinions

    Original Price in United States: $0.90

    Summary of what people say: Nocciola is a bold, strongly hazelnut-forward Original Line flavoured capsule. Its rich, sometimes sweet or Nutella-like aroma can make it a favourite, but the flavour may overpower the coffee or feel cloying, artificial or chemical.

    • Pronounced roasted hazelnut aroma and taste; some perceive sweetness
    • Works as espresso, cappuccino or latte, iced drinks and dessert recipes
    • Some drinkers call it a favorite or go-to

  15. Caramello

    3.7/5 from 18 opinions

    Original Intensity 6 Price in United States: $0.90

    Summary of what people say: Original Line Caramello is mostly liked as a mild, toasted-sugar and caramel capsule for lattes, lungos and milk recipes. Some people call it a favorite, but others find it weak, artificial or sickly sweet, especially compared with earlier Caramelito or Crème Brûlée versions.

    • Mild toasted-sugar and caramel profile
    • Works well in lattes, lungos and con leche drinks
    • Many describe it as a favorite or a go-to

    • Its not intense but its delicious. Double shot Caramello latte hits the spot!

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    • for iced lattes my “recipe” is I fill ice cubes in the 20oz travel mug and brew 1 OL caramello pod on lungo and 1 OL vanilla on regular directly into the mug.

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  16. Rio de Janeiro Espresso

    3.7/5 from 7 opinions

    Original Intensity 9 Price in United States: $0.95

    Summary of what people say: Rio de Janeiro Espresso is a polarizing Original Line espresso with woody aromatic character, subtle acidity and low bitterness. The profile can feel delicious and distinctive to some, but others find it weird, ashy or bitter.

    • Woody aroma and subtle acidity appeal to some
    • Some call it delicious, a keeper or a favorite
    • The espresso format suits drinkers seeking an aromatic profile

  17. Venezia

    3.6/5 from 23 opinions

    Original Intensity 8 Price in United States: $0.90

    Summary of what people say: Venezia is divisive: some people call it mellow, easy to enjoy, a staple or a favourite, and some like it with cream or as a black espresso. Others find it weak, too bitter or diluted as a lungo, or simply not to their taste.

    • Mellow and easy to enjoy for some
    • A favourite or staple for some households
    • Works black or with a little cream

  18. Capriccio

    3.6/5 from 11 opinions

    Original Intensity 5 Price in United States: $0.90

    Summary of what people say: Capriccio is a quiet mid-intensity capsule with a plain, cereal-forward everyday character. That simplicity can feel comforting or dull depending on taste.

    • Mild, with little bitterness
    • Works as a base for an americano

  19. Sweet Almond & Hibiscus

    3.4/5 from 9 opinions

    Original Price in United States: not sold here

    Summary of what people say: Sweet Almond & Hibiscus has a pronounced floral character, while the almond can be subtle rather than pastry-like. Some enjoy it with milk, syrup or ice; others find the floral aroma perfumed or too strong, so this flavour is particularly divisive.

    • Pronounced floral character
    • Can work with milk, syrup or ice
    • A pleasant choice for fans of flavoured coffee

  20. Cioccolatino

    3.1/5 from 15 opinions

    Original Intensity 6 Price in United States: $0.90

    Summary of what people say: Original Line Cioccolatino divides opinion. Supporters like its strong bittersweet chocolate character, especially in iced lattes or milk drinks, while others find it weak, bitter, chemical-tasting or less chocolatey than earlier versions.

    • Bittersweet chocolate can taste natural rather than artificial
    • Works well in iced lattes, lungos and milk drinks
    • Some treat it as a favorite or underrated capsule

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