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Best Nespresso capsules, by community rating

58 capsules rated from published opinion, best first. Altissio Decaffeinato leads at 4.2 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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58 capsules ranked

  1. Altissio Decaffeinato

    4.2/5 from 10 opinions

    Vertuo Intensity 9 Price in United States: $1.15

    Summary of what people say: Altissio Decaffeinato is a short Vertuo espresso with a cocoa-led profile that many drinkers prefer in creamy drinks, affogato, or as a double-shot base. Its aroma can be smooth and chocolatey, while the black cup may deliver a pronounced bitterness; milk softens it but can also reduce the cocoa finish.

    • Pronounced cocoa character
    • Works well in creamy drinks and affogato
    • Many drinkers find it satisfying as a decaf espresso

  2. Melozio Decaffeinato

    4.2/5 from 10 opinions

    Vertuo Intensity 6 Price in United States: $1.45

    Summary of what people say: Melozio Decaffeinato is a full-size Vertuo decaf that many drinkers use in the afternoon or evening. Its smooth, nutty and cereal-like profile can work on its own, with milk, or as the base of a mocha; some people find it too mild or watery, while others simply dislike the flavour.

    • Full-size decaf for afternoon or evening
    • Smooth nutty and cereal character
    • Works with milk and as a mocha base

  3. Tanzania

    4.2/5 from 6 opinions

    Vertuo Intensity 5 Price in United States: $1.55

    Summary of what people say: Tanzania for Original Line has a fresh, citrusy and sometimes fruity profile. It works black and in iced drinks with caramel and milk, but its acidity may not suit people who prefer a softer cup.

    • Fresh, citrusy and sometimes fruity character
    • Works black and in iced or caramel-and-milk preparations

  4. Bianco Doppio

    4.1/5 from 75 opinions

    Vertuo Price in United States: $1.35

    Summary of what people say: A mild double espresso that almost nobody drinks black: it is named again and again as a favourite for hot and iced lattes, and the praise is consistent about why — it stays smooth and slightly sweet under milk instead of turning sharp. The complaint is the same trait seen from the other side.

    • Stays smooth and sweet with milk
    • Good over ice as well as hot
    • Mild enough not to overpower a latte

  5. Ice Leggero

    4.1/5 from 57 opinions

    Vertuo Price in United States: $1.35

    Summary of what people say: The capsule people reach for when they want iced coffee, and the one most often named in answer to a question about it: a double espresso built to be brewed straight over ice, light and low in acidity, and sweet enough that a syrup or a flavoured milk sits on it without a fight.

    • Made to be brewed straight over ice
    • Light and easy to drink
    • Carries syrups and flavoured milks well

  6. Odacio

    4.1/5 from 43 opinions

    Vertuo Intensity 7 Price in United States: $1.40

    Summary of what people say: It also divides more sharply than the pods around it.

    • Works black or over ice

  7. Double Espresso Scuro

    4.1/5 from 15 opinions

    Vertuo Intensity 11 Price in United States: $1.35

    Summary of what people say: Double Espresso Scuro works especially well in iced lattes and other milk drinks, where its rich, smooth and robust coffee base remains present with milk, caramel or ice. The profile can seem smoky or too acidic, and some people prefer Chiaro or other double espressos.

    • Rich, smooth and robust enough for iced lattes and milk drinks
    • Works with milk, caramel syrup, cold foam and protein drinks without disappearing
    • Some drinkers describe it as a favorite, daily choice or close substitute for Ristretto

    • cheating on me day of the shower LOL ✌🏼 ANYWAY, I have tried soo many pods and continue to buy double espresso scuro (and Puerto Rico occasionally as a treat 💸 )to make my daily

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    • Scuro was my favorite from my first haul (tried dolce, chiaro, scuro, diavolitto, ristretto intenso) Got the NOLA blend for free and I’m definitely excited, I’ve loved the chi

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  8. Altissio

    4.1/5 from 12 opinions

    Vertuo Intensity 9 Price in United States: $1.08

    Summary of what people say: The Vertuo single espresso people reach for when they want coffee flavour to survive milk or ice. It is described as creamy but still intense, and is very often used as a top-up shot on top of a larger drink rather than drunk on its own. Almost nothing negative was collected: the one dissenting view finds the…

    • Still tastes of coffee through milk and ice
    • Creamy but still intense
    • Works as an extra shot in a larger drink

  9. Melozio Go

    4.1/5 from 8 opinions

    Vertuo Intensity 6 Price in United States: $1.55

    Summary of what people say: This smooth, easy-drinking Vertuo coffee is enjoyable black, including over ice. It can become a regular favourite and also works with milk, while the boosted version may taste a little more bitter than standard Melozio.

    • Smooth and easy to drink black
    • Works well over ice
    • Pairs with milk

  10. Voltesso

    4.0/5 from 23 opinions

    Vertuo Intensity 4 Price in United States: $1.08

    Summary of what people say: Voltesso is a short, mild and faintly sweet espresso that many drinkers choose when they want coffee without a sharp or bitter edge. It can take syrup and milk without turning bitter, although some find it weak or watery and say that it disappears in a larger milky drink.

    • Smooth and mild, with no bitter edge
    • Suits people who find other capsules too sharp
    • Takes syrup and milk without turning bitter

  11. Blue Bottle Bold Blend

    4.0/5 from 18 opinions

    Vertuo Intensity 5 Price in United States: $1.75

    Summary of what people say: Bold Blend is generally considered easy to drink black or with milk, and some people call it a favourite or a go-to coffee. Others find the long cup mild, bland or less remarkable than its name suggests; one preparation works better for some as a double espresso with milk and sweetener.

    • Easy to drink black
    • Works well with milk and sweetener

  12. Double Espresso Chiaro

    4.0/5 from 15 opinions

    Vertuo Intensity 8 Price in United States: $1.35

    Summary of what people say: Double Espresso Chiaro is broadly liked as a base for milk drinks and iced espresso. Supporters describe it as a favorite, use it in lattes, shaken espresso and brown-sugar drinks, and pair it with oat or almond milk.

    • A reliable base for lattes, shaken espresso and iced drinks
    • Pairs naturally with brown sugar, oat milk, almond milk and flavored creamers
    • Some drinkers call it a favorite or keep it among their preferred espresso pods

    • What are some of your favorite ways to have the chiaro? I’m enjoying it with the Trader Joe’s brown sugar oat creamer but am also looking to try out new variations.

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    • My favorite is double espresso chiaro, I just ordered double espresso scuro and dolce to try them out!! Anyone like these/have recommendations for drinks to make w them? I

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  13. Diavolitto

    3.9/5 from 34 opinions

    Vertuo Intensity 11 Price in United States: $1.08

    Summary of what people say: Diavolitto is a short, intense shot that works through plenty of milk and suits iced drinks or affogato. Its woody or bitter aftertaste can be harsh when drunk neat, and the single-shot format may feel small.

    • Strong enough to taste through a lot of milk
    • A short shot with real body
    • Good over ice and as an affogato

  14. Solelio

    3.9/5 from 20 opinions

    Vertuo Intensity 2 Price in United States: $1.40

    Summary of what people say: Solelio is a very light, mild Vertuo coffee with a large group of fans who drink it black and call it a go-to or sleeper favorite.

    • Light and mild profile suited to low-intensity coffee
    • Many find it smooth, low in acidity or bitterness, and drinkable black
    • A reliable hot coffee for some, with occasional praise for iced coffee

  15. Fortado Decaffeinato

    3.9/5 from 14 opinions

    Vertuo Intensity 8 Price in United States: $1.40

    Summary of what people say: Fortado Decaffeinato is a substantial Vertuo decaf with woody, cocoa and roasted notes. Many drinkers value its bold body, smooth crema and ability to stand up to cream; it also works in richer drinks such as an eggnog-and-bourbon latte. The profile is divisive: some find it delicious and dependable, while others…

    • Woody, cocoa and roasted depth
    • Full body and crema that hold up to cream
    • Works in rich seasonal drinks as well as black coffee

  16. Oatly Barista Edition

    3.9/5 from 9 opinions

    Vertuo Price in United States: $1.55

    Summary of what people say: Oatly Barista Edition is a soft, slightly sweet Vertuo double espresso with cereal, nutty and malty notes. Many drinkers like it with oat milk or in a latte, while others taste little difference from an ordinary double espresso or find it slightly bitter. A modest amount of milk helps keep the coffee flavour clear.

    • Soft, slightly sweet cup
    • Cereal, nutty and malty notes
    • Works with oat milk or in a latte

  17. Café Joyeux

    3.9/5 from 7 opinions

    Vertuo Intensity 5 Price in United States: $1.50

    Summary of what people say: Café Joyeux Vertuo is usually described as mild, smooth and easy to drink, with bright notes that make it a pleasant change of pace. Some drinkers keep it in regular rotation or enjoy it black, although a side-by-side comparison found the Vertuo version less distinctive than the Original Line version.

    • Mild, smooth and easy to drink
    • Pleasant black or as an everyday coffee

  18. Active

    3.8/5 from 16 opinions

    Vertuo Price in United States: $1.50

    Summary of what people say: Active works especially well in iced drinks, where its almond-vanilla character can taste sweet and refreshing. It can also seem bitter or vitamin-like, and the profile is not for every palate.

    • Works especially well over ice
    • Almond-vanilla profile appeals to many
    • Often chosen as a favorite

  19. Sweet Vanilla

    3.7/5 from 34 opinions

    Vertuo Price in United States: $1.40

    Summary of what people say: Sweet Vanilla is often chosen for sweet, flavoured drinks and combinations with milk.

    • Works well with milk or over ice
    • Gives some drinkers a clear vanilla note

    • Same! I really love vanilla, but their sweet vanilla pods are meh to me, which is annoying since it's a permanent flavor. Oddly enough, limited edition pods with vanilla notes seem to taste better…

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    • I would add the bianco dopio!!! That’s a tasty one too, the dolce is my personal favourite though 👌🏼 I also have the same picks (sweet vanilla iced leggero). I exclusively make iced drinks with my…

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  20. Melozio

    3.7/5 from 23 opinions

    Vertuo Intensity 6 Price in United States: $1.40

    Summary of what people say: The default Vertuo coffee, and treated as such: many people call it their everyday cup and praise it as smooth and unchallenging. It also draws the most "just fine" verdicts of any capsule here — Some drinkers describe it as watered down, too light, or simply unremarkable next to the rest of the range.

    • Smooth, with little bitterness
    • A reliable everyday cup
    • A good base for milk and syrup

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