Capsule coffee - myths and facts

Capsule coffee is inferior to bean coffee - FACT or MYTH?

Nespresso capsule coffee is the fruit of thousands of hands. In the world of coffee, the work on the plantation is a source of pride for the community of farmers and growers, who pass down the knowledge of growing coffee plants from generation to generation. For example, in Brazil, where harvesting occurs less frequently than in other coffee regions, farmers care for each bush as if it were worth its weight in gold. They know that their work will translate into the taste of the coffee, which will go mainly to Europe and the United States.

The coffee that goes into Nespresso capsules is carefully selected beans of the highest quality. Experienced baristas and specialists in sourcing the best beans in the world, travel from plantation to plantation in search of the perfect beans, which then end up in Nespresso capsules.

The Nespresso capsules contain only the finest, carefully selected ground coffee beans. So what is the difference between a bean and a Nespresso capsule? The form of serving. But the coffee that comes in the Nespresso capsules used to be...bean coffee too.

Is capsule coffee inferior to bean coffee? MYTH
Capsule coffee is like a small tightly sealed packet of coffee. When a Nespresso machine brews a coffee, it's like opening a new packet. Why does this happen? The ground coffee is vacuum-packed into capsules, which contain nothing but the ground coffee - zero air is a guarantee of unique flavour and aroma.

What are the undisputed 3 advantages of coffee brewing equipment from Nespresso?

“Those cups...And they're aluminium! After all, they're just extra rubbish!” So say those who have no idea of Nespresso's values and mission. Why does the ground coffee end up in aluminium capsules? What happens to the empty capsules once the coffee has been brewed?

The aluminium cups provide the ideal protection for the sensitive and environmentally susceptible ground coffee. No contaminants or air get inside the capsule, ensuring that when you drink coffee from Nespresso capsules you are drinking real coffee of the highest quality.

In addition, you can receive a bag for your used Nespresso capsules completely free of charge. We will use them in the production of further capsules or give them away for further recycling. Your empty Nespresso capsules can be used to make car parts, bicycles, soda cans and computers.

What about coffee grounds? You have two ways. You can return the whole capsules along with the grounds at the next courier visit, or you can use the grounds as natural compost. Leftover delicious coffee is a great natural fertiliser for your garden. If you return the empty capsules together with the grounds, you can rest assured that we will take care of separating the aluminium from the grounds. The leftover coffee grounds will serve as green energy and support our programme to build vegetable gardens in Argentina.

If you would like to return the empty capsules to the courier, simply add a bag for the used capsules (without recycling option) to your basket when placing your order. On your next order, select the options (courier with recycling option). The courier will collect the bag with the empty coffee capsules and deliver a new bag to you. You don't have to change the bag every time, because you can put up to 200 Original and 150 Vertuo capsules in it. Drink delicious coffee and take care of the environment.

Capsule coffee generates more rubbish - MYTH
You can easily take care of the planet by choosing to return used coffee capsules.

Capsule coffee has different additives - FACT or MYTH?

Rumours are circulating that coffee capsules contain various additives of unknown origin. Such information is due to ignorance. Nespresso capsules contain only ground beans of the best beans from selected regions. You will not find flavour enhancers, preservatives or coffee of mediocre quality.

However, sometimes you will come across capsules with natural flavours added. Why is that? Some flavour compositions have been created for coffee fans with added natural flavours such as vanilla and chocolate. Check out a selection of capsules from the Barista Creations range and see for yourself that good coffee from Nespresso capsules can have additives - but only those that meet the high standards for quality and true composition. Start with the Barista Vanilla Eclair and Barista Cocoa Truffle capsule coffees.

Capsule coffee has various additives - a FACT, but...
In a selection of coffee capsules from Nespresso, you will find only natural aromas that enhance the specific flavour notes of each composition.

Is capsule coffee healthy?

Unless you have a contraindication to drinking coffee and your doctor advises you otherwise, you can enjoy a good cup of coffee. We have prepared a separate article on this topic and encourage you to read it.

With the highest quality coffee you'll find in Nespresso capsules, you can be sure - if you have no health contraindications - that you can drink up to 4-5 cups of coffee from Nespresso. In terms of caffeine, that's 300-400 mg. This is the permissible daily dose of caffeine that a healthy person can take in from all sources.

If you're a mum-to-be and you're not sure whether coffee is right for you, contact your doctor and read our article on the subject.

Is capsule coffee healthy then? Let's check just a few selected positive effects of drinking coffee and we will find out that coffee:

- contains antioxidants that protect against cancer,
- improves memory and concentration,
- supports the body during selected workouts,
- increases metabolism, thus aiding weight loss,
- improves mood,
- reduces the risk of coronary heart disease, Alzheimer's and Parkinson's.

Is it worth drinking coffee in capsules? Yes, it is worth it. It is important to remember, when choosing your capsules, to be guided by the quality of the coffee you find in the little coloured cups. Don't be fooled by attractive promotions and tempting-looking machines of unknown origin. If you want top-quality coffee, go for Nespresso capsules. You will find only the best ingredients and a reproducible, perfect taste and aroma.