On a Nespresso® U model, there are three different buttons / cup sizes to choose from – Lungo, Espresso or Ristretto We recommend a cup size of 100 ml for a Lungo, 40 ml for an Espresso and 25 ml for a Ristretto. What are the 3 buttons on Nespresso? On a Nespresso® U model, … Read more
As much as we recommend buying a second-hand espresso machine, we do not recommend buying one from anywhere else than a reputable site Is it safe to use a used coffee maker? In many cases, a refurbished coffee machine will function just as well as when it was fresh out of the box. Because of … Read more
The preferred nespresso setting for making a latte is the lungo The lungo – Italian for long – has the water pressed through the ground coffee for a longer period of time than a standard espresso shot. Can you make latte with Nespresso pods? I suggest using a strong coffee capsule from Nespresso to make … Read more
We say: There’s no messing around with the naming convention on this coffee, Intenso is exactly what you expect from a coffee rated 9 on Nespresso’ intensity scale: bold, dark and strong How strong is Nespresso intenso? We say: There’s no messing around with the naming convention on this coffee, Intenso is exactly what you … Read more
An espresso is intense when it has a very substantial body, a rich flavour and a significant aromatic impact A scale is normally used to define the levels of intensity: 1–4: light-bodied coffee with a delicate flavour. Does nespresso intensity mean more caffeine? From their official FAQs: The intensity is defined by a coffee’s degree … Read more
The preferred nespresso setting for making a latte is the lungo The lungo – Italian for long – has the water pressed through the ground coffee for a longer period of time than a standard espresso shot. Which nespresso capsule is best for latte macchiato? The preferred Nespresso setting for making a latte is the … Read more
Never use vinegar as it can damage your machine Never fill up the water tank during the descaling process. What can I use instead of nespresso descaler? We recommend using vinegar or citric acid Citric acid may be found at health food stores, but lemon juice that is strained of pulp (think of the yellow … Read more
Technically, you cannot use your own coffee with the nespresso vertuo This is because the Vertuo machines brew coffee by identifying a barcode on the nespresso capsule that you place inside the unit. What pods can you use in Nespresso Vertuo machine? The Nespresso Vertuo line offers much more (yet much less) variety when it … Read more
Does nespresso vertuo have a hot chocolate pod? Nespresso Vertuo Pods Hot Chocolate is a new product used in any coffee machine with pods It features low-fat milk, sugar, cocoa powder, and hazelnut flavoring to create the perfect hot chocolate drink without using an extra pot or mug. How do I make my Nespresso Vertuo … Read more
The chai tea pods worked great in our nespresso machine. They smelled amazing when brewing. The flavor is very good and not overpowering. I’ don’t understand why Nespresso does offer chai tea , but these pods are convenient, even though a little weak. Does Nespresso Vertuo make chai? Coffee Allow your mind to wander while … Read more