Nescafe Dolce Gusto – coffee with a wide variety of flavors

The philosophy of the Dolce Gusto brand is to consider the process of brewing coffee as an art.
The main criterion for cooking is the pressure, which must be maintained at a certain level. Such an innovation as capsules for coffee machines is designed to provide this condition. Any coffee prepared using such innovations will have an exquisite taste, which was previously found only in specialized coffee establishments. The Nescafe company positions its product on the market as a premium product. According to the manufacturer, the foil container of this brand is characterized by the optimal composition and concentration of substances that are necessary to make a masterpiece. And the coffee machines of this company are distinguished by a stylish and unusual design, which makes the products stand out among others on store shelves.

Brand history

Dolce Gusto units were produced by the Swiss transnational company Nestle , which began its own activities in 1866, and soon the products of this company began to be actively sold throughout Europe, which provided broad ground for the expansion of production. Since the 1900s, Nestle has had several divisions in the USA, Great Britain, and Spain, thanks to which its products began to be sold throughout the world. This predetermined the success of the brand, which was associated with a real boom in products that subsequently began. After the Second World War, the history of the brand can be traced to the systematic expansion of both its range and its production in the form of the construction of new factories and plants, including in countries such as Brazil, Singapore and Russia.

For some time now, Nestle has had a subsidiary company Krups , which began to directly produce Nescafe Dolce Gusto capsule coffee machines. To popularize this line of household appliances, the company has repeatedly attracted American stars and Hollywood actors to advertise the products, which led to a sharp rise in product sales.

Company assortment

The catalog includes a large number of items. The company produces various household appliances: espresso coffee makers, drip coffee makers, BeerTender beer dispensing systems, food processors, grain coffee grinders, kettles and electric slicers. It is believed that Krups is one of the leaders in the production of kitchen scales. Juicers and stationary blenders of this brand are very popular.

To prepare high-quality coffee, just place a special capsule in the device and turn on the device. He will do the rest himself

The Krups product range includes carob coffee makers. This device is suitable for those who like to fully control the cooking process. The drink is prepared at high pressure in an aluminum boiler, and the control system is completely manual. But coffee machines occupy a special place in the assortment.

The products are distributed all over the world and are deservedly considered to be of high quality and reliable.

In 2010, Krups and Nestle jointly developed a new system for preparing Dolce Gusto drinks. The device belongs to the premium class. To prepare coffee, special capsules are used, which are produced in factories in Spain, Great Britain, and Germany. There are also cheaper analogues from domestic manufacturers. An interesting innovation is the pressure increased to 15 bar. According to the manufacturer, this significantly improves the taste of coffee.

Recently, the Dolce Gusto line was supplemented with the RUPS Latte Smart smart system, which allows remote control by setting the recipe and amount of sugar. Also, a special mobile application will inform the user about interesting news from the world of cooking.

Prepares coffee according to more than 20 recipes

The coffee machine offers a lot of options and methods of preparation. Can be ordered:

• Americano;
• latte;
• cappuccino;
• mochaccino;
• espresso.

At the same time, the device can also prepare hot chocolate and cocoa. The company follows all the innovations in the world of coffee and constantly introduces new recipes and combinations.

From the technical characteristics, it is worth noting that Krups Dolce Gusto consumes power of 1200 W and has a water tank with a volume of 600 ml. The body is made of plastic, and its appearance is constantly improved by experienced designers. The coffee machine is designed to use cups with a height of no more than 10 cm.

On the Russian market, Krups Dolce Gusto costs from 4,000 to 5,000 rubles.

The device can be purchased from many online stores or major home appliance retailers. You can also order a coffee machine on the manufacturer’s official website.

Advantages and disadvantages

, Nescafe Dolce Gusto devices have gained high popularity among coffee lovers, the reason for this being a whole set of undeniable advantages that the coffee machine has. To begin with, it is worth noting that the manufacturer took care of the customers and created a fully automated unit . Special coffee preparation modes are ensured by the ease of use of the device; you can easily understand how to operate it by reading the instructions or watching a couple of thematic videos.

The device also has a high level of safety - when using it, it is simply impossible to get burned, since the section where the capsule is located is removable, and it has become easy to remove the capsule from the coffee machine without the risk of getting a burn. As you can see, practicality is the main characteristic of units of this brand, because the mug stand is also a container for drips.

However, the most important and, one might say, key feature of the coffee machine is the fact that there is no need to periodically clean the equipment from coffee residues and household waste. This is due to the fact that disposable airtight capsules are used in the preparation of the drink. After serving the drink, it is thrown away. Thanks to this quality, the coffee machine will be convenient for both the office and home.

The neat, modern and stylish design of the device also makes a pleasant impression , which will allow it to fit into any kitchen interior. Moreover, it is very compact, so it will not take up much space in the dining area, but will appeal to all coffee lovers due to its small dimensions, the quality of the coffee produced, speed and quiet operation.

While doing household chores or getting ready for work, it becomes possible to prepare delicious drinks without actually taking part in it, only by setting the mode necessary for the operation of the unit.

The great news is that Dolce Gusto support not only the preparation of coffee , but also other drinks - cocoa and tea. In addition, their strength can be easily adjusted. Along with multiple advantages in the form of ease of operation, speed of operation, fashionable design, there is another criterion that plays a big role in the choice of household appliances - price. It is very affordable and starts from 5,000 rubles, which is not so much for a coffee machine, especially when compared with analogues from other brands.

However, this technique also has negative features . They are not so numerous, but very significant, so it is impossible not to highlight them. Because Dolce Gusto is not a professional unit for preparing drinks, but is aimed at the so-called mass market.

• This leads to the first obvious disadvantage of the device : the quality of the coffee is slightly lower than that from a professional coffee machine. We can say that this is a matter of taste, but many users noted this.

• The inability to brew coffee from other manufacturers is perhaps the main complaint of buyers, since by buying only what the Nescafe Dolce Gusto brand offers, people become limited in the choice of drinks. This characteristic trick of marketers, aimed at actually forcing people to buy products from a certain company, has long gained popularity among manufacturers and is specific to most of them.
• Here you can also add the considerable cost of capsules . For the sake of fairness, we note that these capsules still provide a decent taste.

• The last significant drawback is the small volume , which allows you to prepare a couple of small cups in one. Of course, this is inconvenient, the only way to try to solve this is to add more water, but this will lead to the coffee turning out diluted. It’s unlikely to be tasty, so there are big doubts that such a coffee machine is suitable for lovers of a strong drink.

Advantages of Nescafe Dolce Gusto capsule coffee makers

Nescafe Dolce Gusto coffee machines for coffee capsules are very convenient to use both at home and in the office. They do not require constant cleaning - you just need to throw away the used capsule.

Thanks to the removable capsule nest in the coffee maker, the possibility of getting burned is eliminated. The stand for cups has the same design, which at the same time acts as a container for drops.

An important advantage is the ability to independently adjust the strength of the drink. This is especially true in an office or a large family, because everyone has different tastes. Nescafe Dolce Gusto machines operate silently, they are characterized by low energy consumption and overall efficiency.

Using coffee makers you can prepare a wide range of drinks: delicate latte, aromatic cappuccino, strong espresso, as well as cocoa and tea.

All devices look stylish, modern and neat. They fit into the interior of any kitchen or office. In addition, coffee machines are compact and save space. With them you can prepare amazingly tasty and aromatic drinks without actually taking part in this process. While you are getting ready for work, doing household chores or solving important issues at the office, the coffee maker will make the perfect coffee based on your tastes.

Principle of operation

Taking care of maximum automation, the manufacturer has created a line of coffee machines operating on the basis of capsule action. In order to prepare yourself a drink, you need to buy a special capsule, which will be discussed below. So, first, cold purified water, preferably bottled, is poured into the container. The coffee capsule must be placed in a special slot, which clamps the impenetrable capsule using a lever. After selecting the cooking program, the coating is pierced with a needle, after which boiling water passes through the film.

After brewing the drink, the used packaging must be removed - this is safe and quite simple to do. Then all that remains is to enjoy the drink.

In all Dolce Gusto units, the operating principle is the same , but depending on the model, additional individual modes may appear that significantly expand the functionality of the device. Coffee machines easily cope with many tasks, for example, if you need to add milk or cream to a drink, you just need to remove the coffee capsule and replace it with milk. After a minimum of time, the coffee will be ready, and the owner will only need to remove and throw away the used packaging. It is important that there is no need to clean or wash the device.

Popular models

Modern manufacturing companies present a wide range of their products on the market. All devices differ and are classified by design, functionality and, of course, cost.

The line of equipment from Krups Dolce Gusto includes the following models:

• Piccolo and Dolce Gusto Genio are combined into one category because they have similar characteristics, such as small dimensions and a wide range of colors, which will allow the coffee machine to easily fit into any interior. It is important to understand that due to its compactness, this model is more suitable for a family of two or three people than a large family. Despite its size, the quality of work does not deteriorate at all - on the contrary, the unit can prepare a cup of coffee in a couple of moments, which will delight its owners with a pleasant and rich taste.

In addition, low energy consumption is provided, because the coffee machine has a special power supply.

• Oblo has a wide functionality and many modes , thanks to which it is possible to prepare both cold and hot drinks, which distinguishes this device from its analogues both within the Dolce Gusto and among competing products.

• Circolo stands out thanks to its futuristic design , representing a circle, which is already stated in the name of the model. Also, compactness and the presence of a drink strength control function are undeniable advantages of this type of coffee machine. This will be an excellent opportunity for those who prefer somewhat restrained and diluted drinks.

Nespresso Dolce Gusto is not a single unit model, but a whole series of coffee machines, united under the auspices of supporting only Nescafe . These devices are more advanced than the models described above. Each unit of this type of household appliance is equipped with many additional functions that are not provided in the basic versions of the equipment.

• For example, the Mini Me line features a built-in automated water dispenser . Its operation is based on what type of coffee is used. A nice addition that gives this series its name is the compact size of the device.

Traditionally, there are several color options for all models: they are presented in red and black shades, as well as in metallic color. Despite the small palette, coffee machines will easily fit into any interior, since the colors chosen by the manufacturer are basic. Dolce Gusto products are quite popular in Russia, so finding them is not difficult: in any household appliances supermarket you can buy any device you like, since the entire model range of the brand is often presented there.

Coffee Dolce Gusto

So, Dolce Gusto is represented in Russia by four categories of coffee and many subcategories:

1. Small cups of black coffee: espresso (strength 5), espresso intense (strength 7), caramel espresso (strength 7), ristretto (strength 8), barista (strength 9), ristretto ardenza (strength 11 - the strongest in the line), espresso decaffeinated (5 strength).
2. Large cups of black coffee: Americano (4 strength), Grande (5 strength), Lungo (6 strength), Grande Intenso (9 strength).
3. Coffee with airy milk foam: cappuccino + low-calorie, latte macchiato + caramel + vanilla, café au le, cortado (espresso with milk), flat white.
4. Desserts and tea: chocochino + caramel, mocha, nesquik, cold cappuccino, tea latte.

It seems like I didn’t miss anything, but if I forgot something, write in the comments and I’ll add it to the article.

When it comes to black coffee, I'm a novice. I trust this part of the story to Slava. But about coffee with foam and desserts... Oh, this is just mine!

From Glory

Caramel espresso is sooooo delicious, but it’s just not enough. This is my favorite. The Americano turned out to be somewhat overcooked, but with sourness. You can drink, but it’s not a fountain for my taste. Grande is tasty enough, but not strong enough. Grande Intenso is both rich and tasty - second favorite after caramel espresso. I haven't tried the rest yet.

Well, I’ll continue about coffee drinks.

My three favorites are caramel choccino (chocolate with milk and caramel), caramel latte macchiato and mocha. Caramel chocochino can only be ordered on the Dolce Gusto website - it cannot be found in stores such as Eldorado and M-Video. But it's worth it! Although here, too, it depends on the taste and color... You can also order a vanilla latte macchiato only on the manufacturer’s website. To be honest, I was not delighted with him. I thought it would be even tastier than caramel, but no. Wow didn't happen.

The cappuccino is also very tasty, but for my taste, the latte is still tastier. And mocha (coffee with chocolate) also seemed tastier to me than cappuccino. Although for me, probably, everything with chocolate tastes better. We also tried cafe o le (coffee with milk) - I didn’t count on it much, to be honest, but it turned out to be very good. Before this, I tried Slavin Americano with cream, and it didn’t suit me at all. That’s why I didn’t have any special hopes for the café o le. I was wrong, as it turns out.

Nesquik is also very, very good. In my opinion, it’s better than filling the instant version with milk. But a capsule coffee machine makes it tastier.

As for cold cappuccino and tea latte, I can’t say anything here, because they are not on sale in Astrakhan stores, and even on the Dolce Gusto website it is not in the categories available for order. Here I really envy the Europeans: you go to some French or Finnish Dolce Gusto, and there is such an assortment of capsules that it makes your eyes wide open. At least take it and go there for coffee. But it will turn out to be a little expensive, considering that you will also have to apply for Schengen

How to choose capsules?

Since capsules are the basis for the operation of coffee machines , you need to learn how to choose them correctly, because today the variety of coffee containers is amazing. You can purchase types such as latte, Americano, cappuccino, espresso, cocoa, hot chocolate, and tea. For every drink, be it coffee, tea or something else, there is a whole variation of the types of this product, so we can safely say that even passionate gourmets will be able to choose a drink for themselves.

However, taste is not the only criterion you should rely on when choosing coffee capsules.

They are classified by type of coating:

• Aluminum using aluminum foil. A distinctive feature is that they protect the contents well from contact with air and the environment. Thanks to this, the drink turns out tasty and aromatic. A pleasant moment that shows the level of service and care for customers is the opportunity to receive capsules for pre-collected bonuses. This will undoubtedly please many coffee lovers. Containers for coffee machines can be purchased in supermarkets; for example, in Auchan their selection is huge.

• Combined containers. Part of their internal coating includes plastic, which affects the safety of use and the taste of the product. However, this drawback is easily offset by their price. Polymer capsules consist of the best raw materials, one of the elements of which are food polymers. The risks from using this type of container are minimal; according to testing results, they do not have any harmful effect, which, in turn, is the reason for the increased price of this type of capsule. There are also reusable containers that can be used an average of 100 times. They consist of stainless steel, plastic, and the container has a rubber lid. Original Dolce Gusto capsules cost about 200 rubles.

It is important to note that any company engaged in the production of coffee machines also produces these containers, tailored specifically for branded products.

And the Dolce Gusto company was no exception: it produces about 40 types of containers. They can be found in supermarkets such as Lenta, Auchan or Perekrestok.

What to look for when choosing?

When choosing a coffee machine, you should pay attention to some criteria that will help you make the most rational choice.

• Power is the most important measure of the quality of a device, because the speed of operation of the device and its ergonomics depend on this characteristic. They are important because quick preparation ensures a bright aroma and great taste of the drink.
• Noise level. Everything is obvious here: the lower it is, the less inconvenience the device causes.
• Electricity consumption is also important, because in many modern models there are special energy blocks that allow rational use of resources.
• Its compactness will allow the owner to install the unit in any interior and virtually anywhere: be it in the office or in your kitchen.
• When choosing a coffee machine, you should pay close attention to the container it uses and its characteristics.

A good addition would be to purchase separate cute accessories, for example, Irish glasses or special cappuccino makers, which will make the atmosphere more comfortable and allow you to enjoy not only the taste of the drink, but also its appearance.

Customer Reviews

Reviews about Dolce Gusto coffee machines are mixed, although overall positive consumer opinion still dominates . They praise the manufacturer for providing a wide range of flavors and capsules: from latte to cocoa and tea. Owners notice that the devices are stable, that is, they rarely break, and are very easy to use - according to them, even a child can handle it, and besides, it is reliable and hygienic.

Against the backdrop of irrefutable advantages, there are also some negative features noticed by users . Chief among them is some difficulty in acquiring capsules, but this is more typical for small settlements than for large cities; although coffee machines have recently become popular and soon finding accessories will not be difficult.

However, the affordable price wins the hearts of customers and, combined with the high quality of prepared drinks, fashionable design and ease of operation, makes this line of devices innovative, and the manufacturer one of the leaders in the global household appliances market.

The next video is a review of the Nescafe Dolce Gusto Piccolo coffee machine.

Coffee?! From fu-fu to mmmmmm...

Anyone who knows me personally knows that I am not a coffee drinker at all. Well, in general. Getting me to drink coffee is like a test that not everyone can pass. And if someone manages to get me drunk with it, this does not mean at all that I will be satisfied. In general, there has always been coffee - not my thing and that’s it.

I became familiar with coffee drinks in Thailand. Yeah, who would have thought, right? It all started with a regular latte at 7/11 (it turned out to be very tasty and also inexpensive!), and later came cappuccino and mocha. The latter turned out to be one of my favorites, because it combines two delicious things at once - coffee and chocolate. Mmmm...

Every morning we started with a cup (then a paper cup) of freshly brewed and very tasty coffee! And no matter what anyone says about the quality of coffee at 7/11 - it is no worse than what is served in the cafe, and it costs several times less.

My acquaintance with coffee continued after returning to Russia. We probably drank it wherever we had to. And in Shokoladnitsa, and in Burgerking, and at Lukoil and Gazpromneft gas stations. And everywhere the coffee was delicious - tastier than all sorts of instant Jacobs and Nescafe.

By the way, why didn’t I drink coffee before? Because every sip was accompanied by a sour aftertaste that stayed with me for another hour after I drank the coffee. I really didn’t like it, so I thought that all coffee was so disgusting and that’s why I didn’t like it.

We have identified two reasons for this sourness: sugar + type of coffee (Arabica or Robusta). As it turned out, if sugar is replaced with a sweetener (forgive the tautology), then the sourness is almost not felt. And if you brew Robusta instead of Arabica, the taste will be simply incomparable! One that you can already enjoy, and not just pretend that you “love” coffee

Next was a trip to Uzbekistan, and I had to end my friendship with coffee, because you can’t find freshly brewed coffee there. And only after returning to Russia after our road trip and settling in Astrakhan, we were able to begin a new stage in our friendship with coffee. And this new stage is the Dolce Gusto capsule coffee machine. We bought it.

Do not think that this is an advertising post - nothing like that. This is a post about love and friendship, only not between people, but between a person and household appliances