Pros and cons of using dolce gusto coffee machine capsules

Coffee prepared in a capsule-type coffee machine differs significantly from regular coffee in its taste and aroma. The speed and principle of its preparation also differ.

Coffee capsules contain compressed coffee, which significantly exceeds the saturation level compared to regular ground coffee. To prepare it, special capsules are used in accordance with: 1 capsule is equal to one serving of the finished coffee drink.

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The most popular coffee machine manufacturers are Dolce Gusto, Nespresso and Tassimo.

What capsules are there?

You need to approach the purchase of a capsule coffee machine very consciously. It is not enough to know what their service life is and what breakdowns may occur. You also need to know what capsules are available for a coffee machine of this brand, where they are sold, how accessible they are, how much they cost, and the range that can be found throughout the Russian Federation.

Another important question is whether Chinese engineers have invented reusable capsule containers for this brand or whether it is not so popular as to take up time from specialists.

The fact is that when the budget for original products runs out, the search begins for reusable plastic or metal capsules. Fiddling with them in the morning is still a pleasure, but you can take regular coffee from a pack, pour it in and brew it. Long, but cheap.

We can immediately say: not a single self-respecting company will release products that will be used by owners of other cars. This is what business is all about - selling the coffee maker cheaply, then making money on capsule coffee for the rest of the time.

Many people have already come to the conclusion that it is cheaper and more profitable to buy a regular good carob model and experiment with coffee varieties. Therefore, questions about whether Nespresso capsules are suitable for Dolce Gusto or Dolce Gusto for Bosch Tassimo are inappropriate in advance, unless the cups are fake.

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For Nespresso

Which capsules are suitable for this brand of coffee machine:

• Counterfeits from other companies - often unknown on the market, and cheap.

• High-quality capsules produced with the permission of Nespresso have almost the same price as the original.

• Original. You need to be more careful here. The fact is that the products that were imported from Europe had a completely different taste, in the sense of better than the supposedly original ones, but officially sold on the Russian market. The price was not lower, which is very confusing.

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Some of the companies that produce decent coffee include Pelican Rouge, Egoist, Smart Coffee Club, and Julius Meinl. To complement the assortment, it is recommended to find products from the brands Single Cap Coffee, Compagna del Arabica, Cafe Corsini, Blues, Porto Rosso.

Varieties of Dolce Gusto capsules

Depending on the manufacturer, capsules are offered with different contents and flavors. There is Dolce Gusto with Arabica and Robusta, but only elite varieties are taken. The capsules always contain 100% natural coffee.

Flavorings make the taste of Dolce Gusto rich. Most varieties are grown in Brazil. Let's look at several types and their features.

Dolce Gusto Moka

It is based on espresso, with milk and cocoa added. Only 100% Arabica beans are used. The foam creates a sweet taste. The coffee is strong and tonic.

Dolce Gusto Crema Grande

A classic option for morning drinking. Coffee will be a useful source of energy for the working day. Consists of 100% Arabica.

Dolce Gusto Nesquik

This is specially prepared cocoa. The drink helps you feel good. Excellent warmth in cold weather. Suitable for use with children for breakfast or after it. Cocoa has a persistent excellent aroma.

Dolce Gusto Caffe Americano

The taste of Americano from the capsule is mild, suitable for consumption at any time of the day. Only lightly roasted grains are used. Convenient to drink in a large glass or cup. Many people like to add milk.

Dolce Gusto Espresso Caramel

Delicious coffee thanks to the combination of espresso and caramel. It invigorates well in the morning, suitable as a dessert. The bitter sweet taste will surprise even connoisseurs.

Dolce Gusto Mocha

This option will appeal to 3-in-1 coffee lovers. The coffee is strong, with a distinct chocolate aroma. Usually containers with coffee are complemented by containers with milk. This is convenient for drinking the drink in a group.

Dolce Gusto Espresso Intenso

Suitable for use in the morning and after hours of fatigue. The coffee machine, under a pressure of 15 bar, prepares luxurious foam, espresso coffee is obtained like in the best coffee shops.

Dolce Gusto Chococino

It's basically just regular hot chocolate. The package usually contains half cocoa capsules and half milk. The drink is extremely rich. Made from natural cocoa beans.

For Dolce Gusto

Dolce Gusto coffee machines are the most common, so disposable containers are easier to buy. However, the range of flavors in the Russian Federation is still limited.

The following brands are analogues of original products:

• Must DG;

• Di Maestri;

• Oysters

There are reusable plastic and steel capsules for Dolce Gusto coffee makers. You can buy them in supermarkets or online stores, having ordered a couple from China. The latest innovation is a set: a capsule made of new generation steel, which comes with a tamper for compacting the coffee.

The downside of Dolce Gusto is that the milk capsules contain a dry mixture. The manufacturer also saves on a single quantity of ground coffee: there is only 6 g of it in the preparation, while Nespresso puts in 8 g.

Original proprietary composition

No one would refuse an invigorating cup of aromatic drink, but what is contained inside such a capsule? Does the composition contain flavorings and other chemical additives, what kind of milk, type of grains and degree of roasting does the manufacturer offer:

• The favorite foam in espresso drinks is not milk, but the foam of natural coffee (cream) prepared under high pressure. Aftertastes and original aromas - 100 percent natural additives - cinnamon, vanilla, the best varieties of cocoa;
• milk is always added to drinks in the required proportion and sold together with capsules with natural coffee of a certain type.

If you don’t respect powdered milk, then you can add regular milk from the store or market to your coffee drink.

What types of coffee are in capsules?

The rich and deep flavors of Dolce Gusto capsules are due to the use of only 100% natural, finely ground coffee.

The long-lasting freshness and aroma of ground beans is ensured by hermetic vacuum packaging of the capsule. What coffee is most often used to create an original blend:

• everyone’s favorite and popular “Arabica”;
• original combinations of Arabica and Robusta.

But it's not the variety that matters. For example, a high-mountain blend has a velvety aftertaste, while African varieties are harsher, more concentrated with an incomparable aroma.

For gourmets, Dolce Gusto offers a new product - Di-Maestri capsules. This capsule coffee is distinguished by its strength and rich, bright aroma. This is a drink for those who do not spoil a cup of strong coffee by adding milk and cream. Ingredients: only natural ground coffee of the highest quality.

Di-Maestri capsules are hermetically sealed, as if for a space flight, so freshness is guaranteed. Suitable for brewing in Krups and Dolce Gusto coffee machines.

For Bosch Tassimo

It is almost impossible to purchase alternative capsules for Bosch Tassimo. The original packages have a barcode that is read by the machine, after which it starts working. If there is no barcode, the machine will not turn on. Bosch Tassimo has a small assortment, and there are no analogues on the market.

Another drawback concerns lovers of cappuccino and various milk combinations. You have to buy capsules separately, which doubles the cost of the drink.

Consumers may come across instant capsule coffee with all sorts of synthetic additives, which is also not good. This applies to infant formula.

Another disadvantage: previously, dairy products contained natural milk. Now the manufacturer saves money and uses dry analogues that are not natural. This is both bad for health and worsens the taste.

Plus - the ideal amount of coffee in one serving is 9 grams of powder.

What is a coffee capsule?

This is a small, hermetically sealed container. Consists of aluminum or plastic, sometimes the materials are combined. Inside is the perfect portion of your favorite drink. Capacity is carefully checked.

Many coffee machines are designed for a specific brand of coffee, which is recommended to buy for maximum flavor results. However, there are many alternatives available in the market, experiments are possible, the machine will not be damaged.

Typically, analogues are cheaper and more accessible. They are manufactured according to an open standard, repeating the features of armored products. It's not fake.

Most Dolce Gusto coffee brands provide dozens of items. They differ in different tastes, degree of roasting, strength and intensity. There are capsules with fillers.

The capsules are harmoniously filled with all components, both coffee and fillers.

Pros:

• The aroma does not lose its properties, unlike regular coffee, which is negatively affected by opening the pack.
• Efficiency of preparation. It takes up to 1 minute, on the other hand, the Turk takes time.
• No filters are needed, the coffee maker cup does not need to be washed.
• The coffee machine lasts longer.

Minuses:

• There are few universal coffee capsules; a lot depends on the brand.
• Classic espresso tastes better.
• A large amount of garbage.
• The price is higher than for regular grains.

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Espresso capsules for Nescafe Dolce Gusto coffee machines

Our most classic flavor, a light and refined medium-strength roasted coffee. Enjoy a delicate fruity aroma, soft taste and golden foam.

The package contains 16 servings.

Espresso

Discover the amazing espresso from NESCAFE® Dolce Gusto® - a light and refined roasted coffee of medium strength. Espresso coffee capsules are our most classic taste. The perfect drink for any time of day, whether a cup of espresso is the perfect addition to breakfast or the end of a dinner with friends. Even a small 50 ml cup of this excellent espresso will allow you to enjoy a delicate fruity aroma, mild taste and thick, golden foam. Feel the subtle fruity aroma of pomegranate and roasted walnuts!

How Nestlé produces coffee

The company's talented coffee specialists have created a wonderful blend of Arabica beans grown in two different regions of South America, and then lightly roasted them to preserve a delicate and refined aroma.

High quality Dolce Gusto coffee machine for home and office

Thanks to our professional coffee machine with high pressure (up to 15 bar), you can independently prepare high-quality coffee with a thick and velvety foam. The unique technology embodied in the operation of a branded coffee machine allows you to reveal the rich taste and aroma of coffee beans, producing a high-quality drink worthy of a high-end coffee shop.

Preserving the freshness and aroma of coffee

Hermetically sealed capsules will allow you to preserve the freshness of excellent coffee, the rich aroma of which you will enjoy every day!

Easy to prepare

Just place the espresso capsule into the NESCAFE® Dolce Gusto® coffee machine - and in a few moments your drink is ready!

More than 20 types of coffee

With the NESCAFE® Dolce Gusto® coffee machine you can enjoy more than 20 types of your favorite premium drink - a small cup of espresso or a large mug of Americano, black coffee and coffee with milk! Feel the amazing taste of a strong ristretto, rich espresso, aromatic lungo, thick grande, frothy cappuccino, soft latte macchiato and even hot chocolate or soft drinks.

One package contains 16 capsules intended for NESCAFE® Dolce Gusto® capsule coffee machines. Enjoy 16 aromatic cups of espresso coffee!

Nutritional value / per 100 g of dry product* / per cup of ready-made coffee* Energy value / 1096 kJ 267 kcal / 2.5 kJ 0.6 kcal Proteins / 8.1 g / 0.08 g Carbohydrates / 0.2 g / 0.28 g including sugar / 0.2 g / 0.01 g Fat / 17.1 g / 0.03 g

* Contents of the coffee capsule – roasted ground coffee

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In the Capsboutique Coffee online store you can purchase coffee in Dolce Gusto Espresso capsules with delivery throughout Moscow or all over Russia, read the product description, information on taste and region of growth, and see photographs of the product. You can also supplement your order and purchase Dolce Gusto coffee capsules by choosing from a variety of products in the catalog on the website.