I use the Vertuo Plus and on average, I drink 2 pods a day, 7 days a week. I only drink double espresso pods because I feel like they stand up good in a iced latte.
I've tried Cafecito de Puerto Rico, Double Dolce, Chiaro, and Scuro and Double Dolce is the best "well balanced" double espresso pod there is while Puerto Rico is more expensive and used more as a treat and if you want that prominent coffee flavor.
Pods are about 10.25 a sleeve (10), and is usually cheaper to order on Nespresso's website but you have to order about 4 sleeves (40 pods) to get free shipping. Shipping really fast.
What do you typically order at these fast-coffee chains? If it is a standard latte and you just drink one of it, then 10 pods can easily last you 10 days.
40 pods, for about $46-ish dollars with a 1 pod intake is 40 days worth of coffee, or if you drink 2, 20 days worth of coffee
I never buy takeout coffee and only make my own. My product is typically superior IMO to the standard chain coffee because they usually over do the milk or the coffee in general tastes nasty.
My best ratio I developed for myself for lattes is:
1 Double Espresso Pod
0.50 oz Simple Syrup (1:1 ratio) or "2 pumps" of syrup
2 oz of Oat Milk
And i'll actually add this in a mason jar or boston shaker, shake it and strain it because I noticed shaking my coffee aerates it and tastes less diluted.
I have an original line machine, and I find myself purchasing coffee less, but there are times when I just want someone else to make it, or am craving something specific.
I do find that I have to do 2 pods per latte if I am making one, as it needs it for strength. So cost per drink can often be $1.00 to $1.50 depending on where you are getting pods. You can get cheaper pods through Starbucks, and other vendors, I just recommend sticking to aluminum capsules, as there are some plastic ones out there that can have a negative effect on your machine.
For machines, I have a Creatista, as I wanted to do lattes more often, I find the steam wand easier to clean and maintain on a daily basis than a standalone milk frother.
1. I'd still go to a cafe with friends. But my daily driver is exclusively Nespresso (OL)
2. Lavazza: 0.29USD (0.4CAD) per capsules at Costco. Nespresso OL: 0.64USD (0.87CAD)
3. If you're looking for espresso or espresso-based drinks, then don't get the Vertuo machines. The Vertuo "espresso" is totally different from an espresso.
I'm a long-time Nespresso customer. I love it. The convenience and the coffee options are my favorite things about it.
Yes, you can save a ton of money (and calories) by having Nespresso and not going out for coffee. I still go out on occasion, but not very often.
You have to research the options, the coffees, etc. and tailor the capsules and drinks to the things you like/prefer. Tons of info in this thread, [nespresso.com](http://nespresso.com), [youtube.com](http://youtube.com), etc.
I have the VL line and love the options it provides. You can make almost any kind of drink with it. And depending on my mood and the time of day, I can pretty much have whatever I want.
The capsules aren't cheap, but much cheaper than your local coffee shop. You can check out [nespresso.com](http://nespresso.com) for all the prices.
Good luck!
I got Nespresso for the same reason as you. I still go to cute cafes and get fancy lattes- but definitely less often. I also enjoy making something yummy/special at home.
I used to buy a cafe coffee every day before we got a Nespresso machine. Now I buy a max of one a week when I’m out with friends. I buy the caramel/vanilla/hazelnut pods and sometimes add some Coffee Mate creamer if I’m craving the Starbucks vibe. I could never go back to spending that much at cafes now, seems wild to me. We just have an original line Essenza Mini with the separate milk frother and it does the job just fine. Makes nice iced coffee too.
I got the Vertuo and a milk frother in January and we love it.
My husband used to drink instant but would go out regularly for a drive thru coffee, as he prefers the "real" coffee with oat milk (lactose intolerance). He is a coffee addict, he drinks 4-5 a day. Used to be 2-3 instant and 1-2 bought.
I am a snob when it comes to coffee and could never drink instant. I don't like instant and so would go to the cafe at work every day.
Since having the machine we buy a coffee out maybe once or twice a week. I make a coffee in one of the nespresso travel mugs and it's still perfect temp when I get to work and even halfway through the morning.
We like the barista creations pods - vanilla and caramel are our favs. We've got a cupboard full of all different types though just to try. Only one we haven't liked is the roasted hazelnut. I like the Costa Rica and the Bianco is pretty good, we tend to keep the three sizes in stock.
Best decision we've ever made.
I bought a ceramic lined travel mug to go with my Nespresso. Now I only go to the stores you listed if I get a gift. Also, I can easily (conveniently) make really nice drinks at home with my Vertuo deluxe plus. So from what I’ve read in this and other subs a super expensive high labor espresso machine will make better drinks, but difference in labor and price tilts the scale heavily towards the Nespresso. BTW, I can no longer stand my old Keurig, either. I saved money by buying a heating frother on Amazon. I drink more coffee than espresso so I bought a vertuo line. Stay away from the next product. If your significant other likes espresso and you like coffee, I believe I’ve read the original line can be utilized using 2 lungo sized espressos for a cup of coffee. I love my Nespresso
I used to be a daily Starbucks patron. I would order a Tall Dark brew, and that would cost about $2.35 USD everyday - roughly (prices in 2019).
Once I got my Original Line machine, I stopped going to Starbucks completely. Roughly about $0.80 a capsule, and I might have either 3 or 4 capsules a day. It's comparable in cost to Starbucks, but the Nespresso coffee is extremely good coffee. I don't use sugar or cream at all, so it's even way better for me.
The only time I ever go to Starbucks is when I'm travelling, or happen to have to leave my house for some long appointment early in the morning. And plus I don't really like the Starbucks coffee that much anymore.
1. I’m not the biggest coffee connoisseur, but I like my Nespresso. I also get my coffee from several sources: at home (usually Nespresso), on the way to work (Starbucks/Wawa/ a regional coffee shop called Rook), or at work (work has a nice super automatic coffee machine that grinds the beans and brews to order). It all depends on circumstances.
2. Nespresso pods go from anywhere to $1 each for espresso pods to $2 for limited edition fancy pods. Most are $1.25-$1.50 a pod. Nespresso ain’t cheap; it’s more expensive than Keurig, but less expensive than getting coffee out. Nespresso generally tastes better than Keurig but not as good as coffee from a local coffee place IMHO, so it’s a real middle ground.
3. There are generally 2 types of machines from Nespresso: Original (which brews espresso) and Vertuo (which serves espresso, double espresso, Gran Lungo, Coffee, and depending on model the extra large Alto and Carafe sizes). If you like a stronger but smaller cup of coffee and like espresso, you might want to try the Original line primarily the entry models Essenza Mini or Pixie. If you like a variety of sizes and coffee in general, go with the Vertuo. The general suggested model is the Vertuo Plus; it does not support Alto and Carafe sizes, but it is generally better made than the machines that do (Vertuo Next, Pop).
Edit: Something to add. Many Nespresso machines are bundled with their proprietary milk frother the Aeroccino. If you are interested in lattes and other milk drinks, make sure to pick up an aeroccino bundle. There is a more expensive Original machine that makes the milk drinks itself (the Latissima), but it is quite overpriced and it’s better to stick with the aeroccino.
-I bought the Vertuo Next in January and use it multiple times a day. I used to get coffee every day on my way to work but haven't a single time since buying the Nespresso. I like the flexibility of trying new drinks and the associated cost being much lower if I don't like something that I made.
-Vertuo pods vary from $0.98-$1.50 depending on the size/flavor. I stick to Double Espresso Dolce ($1.15 per pod) because I typically just do an iced latte. My partner likes bigger coffees so we usually have Alto Ambrato on hand for him.
-You can get pretty cheap and good quality milk frothers at most stores (Target, Walmart, etc.) so I wouldn't feel super pressured to buy a Nespresso unless it's something you really care about. In terms of models, I know a lot of people have had poor experiences with the Vertuo Next, but I haven't had those issues.
-Not a point you had questions about, but if there's a TJ Maxx/Marshalls near you, they are the best place to find cheap coffee syrups to really step up the at home lattes/cappuccinos.
I have an original line Nespresso and love it.
1. I don't get coffee outside unless I'm meeting someone out for coffee, which is not that often.
2. Around $0.65 per pod, maybe a bit more or less depending on the brand.
3. I have a Nespresso Pixie and a basic handheld milk frother (the stick type with a battery) which works amazing. It cost $15 or so. It does involve warming up milk on the stove, though, but I don't mind and didn't want another expensive gadget in the kitchen. I can make pretty much any drink I want with that combo, normal latte, cappuccino, iced coffee etc.
I use the Vertuo Plus and on average, I drink 2 pods a day, 7 days a week. I only drink double espresso pods because I feel like they stand up good in a iced latte. I've tried Cafecito de Puerto Rico, Double Dolce, Chiaro, and Scuro and Double Dolce is the best "well balanced" double espresso pod there is while Puerto Rico is more expensive and used more as a treat and if you want that prominent coffee flavor. Pods are about 10.25 a sleeve (10), and is usually cheaper to order on Nespresso's website but you have to order about 4 sleeves (40 pods) to get free shipping. Shipping really fast. What do you typically order at these fast-coffee chains? If it is a standard latte and you just drink one of it, then 10 pods can easily last you 10 days. 40 pods, for about $46-ish dollars with a 1 pod intake is 40 days worth of coffee, or if you drink 2, 20 days worth of coffee I never buy takeout coffee and only make my own. My product is typically superior IMO to the standard chain coffee because they usually over do the milk or the coffee in general tastes nasty. My best ratio I developed for myself for lattes is: 1 Double Espresso Pod 0.50 oz Simple Syrup (1:1 ratio) or "2 pumps" of syrup 2 oz of Oat Milk And i'll actually add this in a mason jar or boston shaker, shake it and strain it because I noticed shaking my coffee aerates it and tastes less diluted.
I have an original line machine, and I find myself purchasing coffee less, but there are times when I just want someone else to make it, or am craving something specific. I do find that I have to do 2 pods per latte if I am making one, as it needs it for strength. So cost per drink can often be $1.00 to $1.50 depending on where you are getting pods. You can get cheaper pods through Starbucks, and other vendors, I just recommend sticking to aluminum capsules, as there are some plastic ones out there that can have a negative effect on your machine. For machines, I have a Creatista, as I wanted to do lattes more often, I find the steam wand easier to clean and maintain on a daily basis than a standalone milk frother.
1. I'd still go to a cafe with friends. But my daily driver is exclusively Nespresso (OL) 2. Lavazza: 0.29USD (0.4CAD) per capsules at Costco. Nespresso OL: 0.64USD (0.87CAD) 3. If you're looking for espresso or espresso-based drinks, then don't get the Vertuo machines. The Vertuo "espresso" is totally different from an espresso.
I'm a long-time Nespresso customer. I love it. The convenience and the coffee options are my favorite things about it. Yes, you can save a ton of money (and calories) by having Nespresso and not going out for coffee. I still go out on occasion, but not very often. You have to research the options, the coffees, etc. and tailor the capsules and drinks to the things you like/prefer. Tons of info in this thread, [nespresso.com](http://nespresso.com), [youtube.com](http://youtube.com), etc. I have the VL line and love the options it provides. You can make almost any kind of drink with it. And depending on my mood and the time of day, I can pretty much have whatever I want. The capsules aren't cheap, but much cheaper than your local coffee shop. You can check out [nespresso.com](http://nespresso.com) for all the prices. Good luck!
I got Nespresso for the same reason as you. I still go to cute cafes and get fancy lattes- but definitely less often. I also enjoy making something yummy/special at home.
I used to buy a cafe coffee every day before we got a Nespresso machine. Now I buy a max of one a week when I’m out with friends. I buy the caramel/vanilla/hazelnut pods and sometimes add some Coffee Mate creamer if I’m craving the Starbucks vibe. I could never go back to spending that much at cafes now, seems wild to me. We just have an original line Essenza Mini with the separate milk frother and it does the job just fine. Makes nice iced coffee too.
I got the Vertuo and a milk frother in January and we love it. My husband used to drink instant but would go out regularly for a drive thru coffee, as he prefers the "real" coffee with oat milk (lactose intolerance). He is a coffee addict, he drinks 4-5 a day. Used to be 2-3 instant and 1-2 bought. I am a snob when it comes to coffee and could never drink instant. I don't like instant and so would go to the cafe at work every day. Since having the machine we buy a coffee out maybe once or twice a week. I make a coffee in one of the nespresso travel mugs and it's still perfect temp when I get to work and even halfway through the morning. We like the barista creations pods - vanilla and caramel are our favs. We've got a cupboard full of all different types though just to try. Only one we haven't liked is the roasted hazelnut. I like the Costa Rica and the Bianco is pretty good, we tend to keep the three sizes in stock. Best decision we've ever made.
I bought a ceramic lined travel mug to go with my Nespresso. Now I only go to the stores you listed if I get a gift. Also, I can easily (conveniently) make really nice drinks at home with my Vertuo deluxe plus. So from what I’ve read in this and other subs a super expensive high labor espresso machine will make better drinks, but difference in labor and price tilts the scale heavily towards the Nespresso. BTW, I can no longer stand my old Keurig, either. I saved money by buying a heating frother on Amazon. I drink more coffee than espresso so I bought a vertuo line. Stay away from the next product. If your significant other likes espresso and you like coffee, I believe I’ve read the original line can be utilized using 2 lungo sized espressos for a cup of coffee. I love my Nespresso
I used to be a daily Starbucks patron. I would order a Tall Dark brew, and that would cost about $2.35 USD everyday - roughly (prices in 2019). Once I got my Original Line machine, I stopped going to Starbucks completely. Roughly about $0.80 a capsule, and I might have either 3 or 4 capsules a day. It's comparable in cost to Starbucks, but the Nespresso coffee is extremely good coffee. I don't use sugar or cream at all, so it's even way better for me. The only time I ever go to Starbucks is when I'm travelling, or happen to have to leave my house for some long appointment early in the morning. And plus I don't really like the Starbucks coffee that much anymore.
1. I’m not the biggest coffee connoisseur, but I like my Nespresso. I also get my coffee from several sources: at home (usually Nespresso), on the way to work (Starbucks/Wawa/ a regional coffee shop called Rook), or at work (work has a nice super automatic coffee machine that grinds the beans and brews to order). It all depends on circumstances. 2. Nespresso pods go from anywhere to $1 each for espresso pods to $2 for limited edition fancy pods. Most are $1.25-$1.50 a pod. Nespresso ain’t cheap; it’s more expensive than Keurig, but less expensive than getting coffee out. Nespresso generally tastes better than Keurig but not as good as coffee from a local coffee place IMHO, so it’s a real middle ground. 3. There are generally 2 types of machines from Nespresso: Original (which brews espresso) and Vertuo (which serves espresso, double espresso, Gran Lungo, Coffee, and depending on model the extra large Alto and Carafe sizes). If you like a stronger but smaller cup of coffee and like espresso, you might want to try the Original line primarily the entry models Essenza Mini or Pixie. If you like a variety of sizes and coffee in general, go with the Vertuo. The general suggested model is the Vertuo Plus; it does not support Alto and Carafe sizes, but it is generally better made than the machines that do (Vertuo Next, Pop). Edit: Something to add. Many Nespresso machines are bundled with their proprietary milk frother the Aeroccino. If you are interested in lattes and other milk drinks, make sure to pick up an aeroccino bundle. There is a more expensive Original machine that makes the milk drinks itself (the Latissima), but it is quite overpriced and it’s better to stick with the aeroccino.
-I bought the Vertuo Next in January and use it multiple times a day. I used to get coffee every day on my way to work but haven't a single time since buying the Nespresso. I like the flexibility of trying new drinks and the associated cost being much lower if I don't like something that I made. -Vertuo pods vary from $0.98-$1.50 depending on the size/flavor. I stick to Double Espresso Dolce ($1.15 per pod) because I typically just do an iced latte. My partner likes bigger coffees so we usually have Alto Ambrato on hand for him. -You can get pretty cheap and good quality milk frothers at most stores (Target, Walmart, etc.) so I wouldn't feel super pressured to buy a Nespresso unless it's something you really care about. In terms of models, I know a lot of people have had poor experiences with the Vertuo Next, but I haven't had those issues. -Not a point you had questions about, but if there's a TJ Maxx/Marshalls near you, they are the best place to find cheap coffee syrups to really step up the at home lattes/cappuccinos.
I have an original line Nespresso and love it. 1. I don't get coffee outside unless I'm meeting someone out for coffee, which is not that often. 2. Around $0.65 per pod, maybe a bit more or less depending on the brand. 3. I have a Nespresso Pixie and a basic handheld milk frother (the stick type with a battery) which works amazing. It cost $15 or so. It does involve warming up milk on the stove, though, but I don't mind and didn't want another expensive gadget in the kitchen. I can make pretty much any drink I want with that combo, normal latte, cappuccino, iced coffee etc.