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Best Nespresso capsules, by community rating

78 capsules rated from published opinion, best first. Blue Bottle Bold Blend 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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78 capsules ranked

  1. 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

  2. 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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  3. 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

  4. 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

  5. Elvazio

    3.9/5 from 17 opinions

    Vertuo Intensity 4 Price in United States: not sold here Discontinued

    Summary of what people say: Elvazio is a light-roast Vertuo capsule with a mostly favorable reception among drinkers who prefer mild, subtle or fruity coffee, but it also has a small number of very strong negative reactions.

    • Light, mild profile suits drinkers who dislike heavy roasts
    • Some appreciate its subtle fruity character and use it as a lighter alternative

    • both love Solelio, which is only intensity 2. We regularly order that one. I tend to like the middle of the road ones, like Melozio and Elvazio, as well as Volluto for the original line. It's nice…

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    • ry Columbia if you liked Elvazio. Columbia is more subtle in terms of the fruity flavor, but I like it a lot more than Elvazio.

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  6. 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

  7. 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

  8. 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

  9. 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

  10. 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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  11. 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

  12. Ice Forte

    3.7/5 from 21 opinions

    Vertuo Price in United States: $1.40

    Summary of what people say: Ice Forte is a full mug designed to be poured over ice, with a darker and more peppery character than its paired capsule. It can also work hot, although its profile is strongest when served cold.

    • Darker and more peppery than the other iced capsule
    • Some people prefer it hot

  13. Alto Dolce

    3.7/5 from 12 opinions

    Vertuo Intensity 4 Price in United States: not sold here Discontinued

    Summary of what people say: Alto XL Dolce is a large 14-ounce Vertuo capsule with a light, mild profile and a sharply divided reception. Some drinkers find it watery, flavorless or undrinkable, especially compared with Alto Intenso, while others call it a favorite, go-to or ideal coffee for a large thermos.

    • Large format is convenient for a travel mug or thermos
    • Some drinkers find it an easy daily coffee and call it a favorite or go-to
    • Milk, syrup or cold preparation can make a weak cup more usable for some

    • I have simple tastes - Alto Dolce is my "go-to" - but when trying to do a top up order here in Australia, It tells me a) it is out of

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    • So far I’ve only tried the Stormio and the Alto Dolce from the sampler kit. I like both but the dolce is definitely one I want more of. I’ve also Starbucks ones of Pikes Place which is just a staple…

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  14. White Chocolate & Strawberry

    3.7/5 from 12 opinions

    Vertuo Price in United States: $1.60

    Summary of what people say: White Chocolate & Strawberry is highly preparation-sensitive. As a hot black coffee it can seem lacklustre, artificial or unable to show its advertised flavours, while espresso mode, milk, white-chocolate sauce or a cold iced preparation can make it much more appealing. The strawberry note is more convincing with…

    • Milk can bring out a sweet strawberry note
    • Double espresso with white-chocolate sauce can work well
    • Cold or iced preparation may taste better than a hot cup

    • Verdict: it does give a sweet hint of strawberry so I prefer it with milk. Would I buy another sleeve? Hhhmmm… hard to say, but I might try and add it to my milkshake and see.

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    • i didn’t like this hot, but it is very nice iced! maybe try that

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  15. Colombia

    3.7/5 from 7 opinions

    Vertuo Intensity 5 Price in United States: $1.50

    Summary of what people say: Colombia receives a mixed but slightly favorable reception among Vertuo drinkers. The capsule is therefore a reasonable everyday option for people who enjoy a brighter profile, but not a safe universal recommendation.

    • Some rankings place it around 8/10 or describe the cup as less bitter than alternatives

    • Update: I tried the Colombia coffee as I had the box of 12 different coffee.

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    • I just bought a Vertuo Plus Deluxe and my favorite pod in the sampler was the Colombia. Are there any other flavors that you all think I might like based on that? I need to use up my $10 coupon soon!

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  16. Starbucks® Espresso Roast

    3.7/5 from 7 opinions

    Vertuo Intensity 11 Price in United States: $1.30

    Summary of what people say: Starbucks Espresso Roast for Vertuo gets a mixed but generally positive reaction. Some drinkers value its intense coffee character and use it in milky or iced drinks, while others find the cup watery after milk and sugar. It suits people who want a forceful coffee base rather than a delicate profile.

    • Intense coffee character
    • Works as a base for milky and iced drinks
    • A strong single-pod option for some drinkers

  17. Bianco Forte

    3.6/5 from 21 opinions

    Vertuo Price in United States: $1.40

    Summary of what people say: The split follows how it is served almost exactly — people who add a good deal of milk tend to like it, people who drink it black tend not to, and one of its strongest defenders drinks it black and says so as if it were a confession.

    • Strong enough to hold up under plenty of milk
    • Thick crema

    • I loved the sample of Bianca Forte and I was wondering if anybody knew when/if it would be abc, in stock

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    • Bianco Forte is my all time favorite and don’t understand how more people don’t like it! Maybe it’s because I drink it black.

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  18. Stormio Go

    3.6/5 from 9 opinions

    Vertuo Intensity 8 Price in United States: $1.55

    Summary of what people say: Stormio Go is a full-bodied black Vertuo coffee with a loyal following and a noticeable caffeine-focused appeal. Some people find it a dependable favourite, while others dislike the taste or notice little difference from regular Stormio; it is therefore a distinctly personal choice.

    • Full-bodied black coffee
    • Extra caffeine appeals to some drinkers
    • A strong favourite for some

    • If you’re looking for more of a kick I would try to melozio boost or the stormio boost. I like both of these black and they have extra caffeine

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    • I’m grateful for the option and not being stuck with Stormio Boost. That stuff’s disgusting.

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  19. Sweet Vanilla Decaffeinato

    3.6/5 from 7 opinions

    Vertuo Price in United States: $1.45

    Summary of what people say: Sweet Vanilla Decaffeinato divides opinion more than its name suggests: some find it comforting, enjoyable with creamer, and a good evening decaf, while others find the vanilla weak or the cup unpleasant. The flavour stays close to the regular Sweet Vanilla profile, so its appeal depends on whether that profile suits…

    • Comforting evening decaf for some drinkers
    • Works well with creamer for some

  20. Blend No. 1

    3.5/5 from 22 opinions

    Vertuo Intensity 4 Price in United States: not sold here Discontinued

    Summary of what people say: Blend No. 1 is a limited Vertuo collaboration with a light, delicate and often fruity or Ethiopian-style profile. It can show plum, bright fruit and a filter-coffee character, although some cups taste watery, sharply acidic, wine-like, vegetal or simply unlike coffee. Hot and cold preparations can differ noticeably…

    • Light, delicate and fruity character appeals to fans of lighter roasts
    • Some perceive plum, Ethiopian or pour-over-like notes and call it a favorite
    • Works for some as an iced drink or with milk and sweetener

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