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Best Nespresso capsules, by community rating

146 capsules rated from published opinion, best first. Fortissio Lungo 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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146 capsules ranked

  1. Fortissio Lungo

    4.0/5 from 6 opinions

    Original Intensity 8 Price in United States: not sold here Discontinued

    Summary of what people say: Fortissio Lungo is a cereal-toned Original Line lungo that many drinkers return to, especially with milk or over ice. Its longer black extraction can seem watery to some, while others value the mellow cereal character and use a shorter or milk-based preparation to give it more body. It suits a softer, easy-drinking…

    • Pleasant cereal character
    • Works well with hot frothed milk and iced drinks
    • A comfortable, repeatable everyday lungo for many drinkers

  2. 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

  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. 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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  5. 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

  6. 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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  7. 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

  8. 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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  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. Envivo Lungo

    3.9/5 from 14 opinions

    Original Intensity 9 Price in United States: not sold here Discontinued

    Summary of what people say: Drinkers describe it as a morning staple, a favorite or a dependable intense lungo, while others find it unpleasant or simply do not love it.

    • Strong, dependable lungo character suits daily morning drinking
    • Some drinkers rank it among their favorites or use it regularly
    • Its intensity works for drinkers who want a more forceful lungo

    • Dulsao, Roma, Envivo Lungo, Arpeggio and Ristretto in that order. Really like Indriya and Cafecita de Cuba too. Just orde

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    • Welcome to the club. My top 2 are Napoli & Kazaar. My others favs are Scuro & Envivo Lungo. Have fun trying them all.

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  13. 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

  14. 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

  15. 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

  16. Pistachio Vanilla

    3.8/5 from 35 opinions

    Original Price in United States: not sold here Discontinued

    Summary of what people say: Pistachio Vanilla Flavor Over Ice is a strongly polarizing flavoured Original Line capsule. It is best approached as a cold, recipe-friendly drink, since hot preparation can taste harsher or more artificial.

    • Sweet pistachio and vanilla character can work especially well over ice
    • Pairs naturally with oat or almond milk and dessert-style iced recipes

    • s before i switched to nespresso) and all the negative reviews sounded so offputting. idk, it tastes like pistachio to me and i ordered 3 more sleeves.

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    • It’s a solid pod especially over ice and with a splash of vanilla oat or almond milk

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  17. 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

  18. Vanilio

    3.8/5 from 13 opinions

    Original Intensity 6 Price in United States: not sold here Discontinued

    Summary of what people say: Some drinkers find the vanilla weak, awkward or too plain, so the profile is not universally convincing.

    • Sweet vanilla character can remain pleasant with milk
    • Some appreciate its balance of coffee strength and flavor

  19. 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

  20. 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

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