Discover the Pros and Cons of Capsule Coffee

The Story Behind the Birth of Capsule Coffee

Capsule coffee began in the 1970s with Nestlé.
At that time, Eric Favre, a Nestlé employee and engineer,
introduced a new home espresso machine
and capsule coffee to the world.

Capsule coffee was a creative idea to contain
ground coffee beans and prevent them from spoiling.

Thanks to the invention of capsule coffee,
anyone could easily enjoy a delicious cup of coffee
without needing specialized knowledge.

Traditional whole-bean coffee requires expertise
and extraction techniques.
In contrast, capsule coffee pre-grinds the beans
and seals them in a capsule to minimize oxidation.

Also, capsules contain pre-measured coffee grounds,
providing a failproof, consistent quality coffee.

Recently, the variety of capsule coffee flavors has expanded
to cater to people's diverse tastes and preferences.

The Pros of Capsule Coffee

Coffee Ready with Just a Click of a Button

You only need three things to enjoy capsule coffee.
A capsule coffee machine, capsules, and a cup!
Capsule coffee also poses less burden when starting
a home café. It's more affordable compared to
espresso machines, allowing it accessible for trials.

Furthermore, a cup of coffee is made without complicated
processes like grinding or tamping,
and short extraction time allows you to enjoy your coffee
even during those busy mornings.
Capsule coffee, completed with just a press of a button
without any special knowledge or skills,
anyone can easily start their coffee journey.

The Joy of Choice and Preferences

Capsule coffee also comes in various flavors and aromas.
Some capsules capture the flavor of single origin
beans, as well as those infused with milk or aroma, allowing
you to choose according to your mood and taste preferences.

The greatest advantage of capsule coffee is in its ability to
deliver consistent flavor regardless of the person making it.

Capsule coffee seals the beans at optimal quality in capsules,
and suggest the ideal amount of water depending on the type.
Simply adjust the water according to the instructions,
and enjoy a great cup of coffee rivaling that of a barista.

Enjoyed Fresh, for Longer

How long does the freshness of coffee beans last?
After just 2 weeks, beans start to spoil,
altering their taste and quality.
Once ground, beans start losing their flavor instantly.
For a freshly brewed coffee,
it needs to start with a meticulous storage of beans.

Capsule coffee seals ground beans, blocking both air
and light. This preserves freshness for a longer period,
thus extending their shelf life.
It also allows for easy management as sealed capsules
remain unaffected even at room temperature.

Coffee enthusiasts would understand the challenges
and steps required to maintain the freshness and
storage of coffee beans. The long shelf life and
convenient storage, eliminating the need for management
is one of the greatest advantages of capsule coffee.

The Cons and Misconceptions of Capsule Coffee

Nespresso Capsules are Recyclable

You get that capsule coffee is convenient,
but are you concerned about the environmental impact?

Nespresso Professional has been running a capsule collection
program since 2011 to promote environmentally
friendly use of coffee capsules.

Nespresso Professional collects the capsules, separating
aluminum with waste coffee grounds and
recycle the components. The recycled aluminum transforms
into new products, and coffee grounds are used as fertilizers,
minimizing environmental impact.

To participate, simply place the used capsules in a recycling bag
and choose a desired time and place, so that the courier may
collect the bags for free. You can request recycling bags
free of charge when placing your coffee orders.

Made Through Meticulous Cultivation and Extraction Processes

To ensure the best coffee experience, Nespresso collaborates
with coffee experts, farmers, agronomists, and partners
to complete the finest quality coffee.

Nespresso's capsule coffee begins its process
from growing the coffee fruit.

Farmers mostly harvest coffee through handpicking methods
to ensure the highest quality. Even if the fruits have grown
under the same branch, they ripen at different times.
Farmers observe the fruits carefully and harvest them
at the precise moment to ensure a great-tasting coffee.

Nespresso coffee experts undergo regular training
and certification every 3 months.
Each period, they undergo concentrated training, testing,
certification and recertification.

From harvesting coffee fruits, blending the beans
for optimal taste, to casing them inside the capsules,
Nespresso's coffee journey is a culmination of
numerous experts and time.