SWAP YO’ DROP: NESPRESSO®*
Into coffee, but not into the hefty prices? If you’re thinking of cheating on your current pods, we’ve broken down our comparison cuppas to Nespresso’s ®* lineup.
Switching coffee brands is like bungee jumping; it's scary, a little dangerous, and requires a lot of trust. You like what you like; we get it! But if you are looking for something to swap your daily espresso with that's a little more environmentally friendly and a supporting a small business, you don't have to look any further than us. We've put together our alternatives to Nespresso's
* most popular blends to make swapping your drop a bit easier.
Read on (we cover from highest intensity to lowest) or scroll down to our handy comparison chart: the choice is yours!
NAPOLI - INTENSITY #14
For the fans of Nespresso®* Napoli, our Intensity #14 delivers the bold, deep roast you crave – but with an even bigger punch. Think of it as the superhero version of your usual morning cup (cape optional).
KAZAAR or INDIA - INTENSITY #12
If you’re all about those dark, luxurious flavours with a touch of spice, our Intensity #12 is your new best mate. It’s bold, well-rounded, and guaranteed to wake you up faster than a double espresso.
RISTRETTO or ARPEGGIO - INTENSITY #10
Love your coffee with rich cocoa notes and a creamy finish? Our Intensity #10 brings the boldness without the hefty price tag. It’s the ultimate all-rounder for your daily fix.
ENVIVO LUNGO - INTENSITY #10
Vivo En Lungo! Swap this drop with our Intensity #10, and you’ll be belting ‘Urban Brew forever!’ in serenade from the rooftop in a big old song-and-dance number that’s right out of musical*.
* Song-and-dance number not actually guaranteed. Results may vary. Consult your karaoke practitioner before purchase.
FORTISSIO LUNGO - INTENSITY #8
If you’re able to look past the lungo (long shot) option here, and it's flavour you're after, we recommend swapping your Fortissio Lungo for our Intensity #8 pod. Delightful when drunk black, pop one in your machine with a short shot and top up with hot water for a deliciously different drop.
VENEZIA or ROMA - INTENSITY #8
For a smooth, well-balanced cup with subtle caramel and woody undertones, our Intensity #8 is here to make your mornings better. Perfect black or with a splash of milk, it’s like a hug in a mug.
INDONESIA - INTENSITY #8
If you love wood-noted Indonesia blend, then why not consider trying our Intensity #8? This one’s scrumptious straight up, or delicious with a dash of milk!
VIVALTO LUNGO or VOLLUTO or COSI - INTENSITY #6
If you adore fruity, light, and sweet notes, our Intensity #6 is your match made in coffee heaven. It's versatile, vibrant, and oh-so-easy to love.
LINIZIO LUNGO - INTENSITY #6
As you know, our pods are short shot only. But, if you're willing to take a little extra step and top your coffee up with boiling water after pouring your shot, then swap your Linizio Lungo for our Intensity #6. With the same malt and cereal notes in the shot, you can add a splash of milk to really bring out those savoury nut and cereal flavours you enjoy in the Linizio.
COLOMBIA - INTENSITY #6
Swap the fruity notes of Colombia for our Intensity #6! We recommend drinking this straight up to compare those sparkly acidic notes and a bright burst of red fruit notes that are often a characteristic of our Intensity #6 blend!
NICARAGUA - INTENSITY #6
If it’s the sweet honey notes from this blend, we also recommend trying out our Intensity #6 blend here. You’ll notice that this blend, in particular, is pretty versatile and well-rounded when it comes to matchin’ flavour profiles!
ETHIOPIA - INTENSITY #6
Another fave from Nespresso®* that you can switch with ours. If you’re into the rich, fruity notes of their Ethiopia blend, our Intensity #6 is a pretty solid substitute!
CAPRICCIO - INTENSITY #6
Similarly with Capriccio. You’ll notice here that our #6 does the job for a few brews; it’s a pretty nifty number! If you want to give us a go, and love Capriccio, swap it with Intensity #6.
So there you have it! Some of the best swaps we can offer for your current Nespresso®* pod. Please do note, though, that these are just rough comparisons and we can't promise that they'll taste exactly the same. After all, if all coffee tasted the same then what's the point in having different businesses and all the different ways to make coffee? If you have any questions or comments or think you can offer a better comparison between our pods and Nespresso's, please feel free to reach out!