An advertisement for the popular Dolce Gusto coffee machine promises the buyer heavenly pleasure from coffee prepared in this machine. Participation in an advertisement by a famous Hollywood actor encouraged the female part of the population to try this wonderful device in their kitchens.
Capsules for Dolce Gusto coffee machine
Well, the producers did not deceive - the drink turns out divine. And how many cooking options! Caring for your Dolce Gusto coffee machine is effortless. A lover of natural aromatic coffee only needs to put the coffee capsule in a special compartment and enjoy the taste in a minute.
You can buy this miracle machine in large household appliance supermarkets, such as Eldorado, where the entire range of the Dolce Gusto brand is presented:
- Melody III. Functionality and beauty of form. Original design, light weight and ease of use;
- Piccolo/Genio. Colors to suit any kitchen design. The tank is small, an excellent solution for a family of two;
- Circolo. Fantastic design, ability to control the strength and richness of coffee;
- Oblo. Allows you to prepare both cold and hot drinks, which distinguishes this model from others
Capsules for the krups Dolce Gusto coffee machine are suitable for all these models.
The operation of the device is so simple that even a child can make his own hot chocolate. Tea lovers will also be satisfied; the coffee machine will brew the most delicious tea many times faster than a kettle.
One question remains - what are these things, where to buy them and is it possible to make capsules for the Dolce Gusto coffee machine with your own hands?
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.
Review of the best models
Krups KP 100B Dolce Gusto
A chic device with an elegant design will perfectly complement any kitchen.
The pressure in the machine (15 bar) allows you to enjoy coffee with delicious, delicate foam.
There is an energy saving mode that will automatically turn off the device 5 minutes after use.
The choice of coffee and other drinks is quite wide.
The capsules are created using a special sealed technology that allows you to enjoy a delicious drink without interruption, not only hot drinks, but also refreshingly cold ones.
Some types of coffee require 2 capsules : for example, one with coffee, the other with cream. Coffee is prepared in 2 minutes .
The device weighs 5 kg.
An explanatory booklet is included in the box.
KRUPS KP 1101/1105/1108/110T Nescafe Dolce Gusto
Another coffee maker of unusual design is Nescafe Dolce Gusto.
15 bar pressure and Thermoblock technology allows you to get a rich and tasty drink without spending extra effort: just insert the capsule into the device, turn the lever and drink.
After finishing work, the device goes into energy saving mode after 5 minutes. Weighs 2.5 kg .
The water container is made of plastic and has a volume of 0.8 liters. The cooler does not heat up .
There is no display, but it is suggested to choose a convenient height when installing the cup.
KRUPS KP 1201/1205/1206/1208/123B Mini Me
These coffee machines are available for sale in 4 colors: white, gray with red inserts, gray with purple inserts and black.
The cost of the device starts from 4500 rubles .
Improved model: a slider for adjusting the drink volume .
The volume of the water tank is 800 ml . After five minutes of inactivity, the power is turned off.
Device power – 1500 W, pressure – 15 bar . Consumers note a significant drawback: a strong taste of plastic, which after purchasing the device takes a long time to wash out.
Note! There is no automatic decalcification.
KRUPS KP 1002/1006/1009 Dolce Gusto
The power consumption of the device is 1500 W, water capacity is 800 ml, pressure is 15 bar. The drink is prepared in 30 seconds .
A definite plus is the ability to independently regulate the level of liquid in the drink .
The lightweight plastic casing features symbols and drawings that show operating procedures.
There is a capsule indicator.
Disadvantages: short wire; reusable capsules cannot be used .
KRUPS KP 1301/1305/1308 Lumio
Available in 3 colors. The power is 1500 W, the volume of the cooler made of transparent plastic is 1 liter . There is no automatic decalcification.
The drip tray can be removed.
By the way! The device weighs 2.5 kilograms and is very compact in size.
Auto shut off after 5 minutes . The dispenser is a wheel. The noise from the coffee machine is negligible. The price of capsules is high .
There is an automatic warning about the need to descale: the yellow indicator lights up. Warranty – two years. Price – about 6000 rubles .
KRUPS KP 1701/1705/1708 Infinissima
The original design of the coffee machine will become a bright and stylish accent in any kitchen. Available in 3 colors: white and black, red and black and black. Pressure – 15 bar, device energy consumption class: A.
Flow-through thermoblock – 1500 W. The volume of the water tank is 1.2 liters. The device weighs approximately 2.7 kg . There is a reminder function about the need to descale the device: an orange light lights up on the machine.
Important! The manufacturer guarantees the absence of electrical and mechanical defects for two years from the date of purchase.
Of the minuses: inconvenient holder for capsules.
In order for your coffee machine to serve you faithfully for many years, you need to follow the instructions for caring for the device .
Firstly,
you need to wash it once a week .
This is easier than caring for a regular coffee maker (which is washed every day), however, everything must be done just as carefully. Secondly, once every 3-4 months, thoroughly clean the unit using a citric acid solution or a special decalcifier wash (you can buy it at the same store where you bought the coffee machine).
Thirdly, be sure to drain the remaining water in the tank when leaving home for several days . Otherwise, the liquid will stagnate and the tank will smell bad.
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.
Video: Free reusable capsules
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.
How does the mechanism work?
The coffee preparation algorithm is as simple as possible:
- Insert a capsule into the coffee machine - each capsule contains the optimal volume of product to make a drink that is optimal in strength and taste.
- Press the button to turn it on and select the type of drink.
- The device will independently calculate the volume of liquid required and take the required volume from the reservoir you pre-filled.
- The device will heat the water to the optimal temperature.
- The capsule is pierced by a device and hot water is passed through it, the finished drink enters your cup.
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.
Capsule systems for coffee machines: what is presented on the Russian market
The principle of operation of capsules.
The modern capsule coffee market is divided between 3 main brands:
- Nespresso
- Dolche Gusto
- Talissimo
Each of the presented systems refers to certain types of coffee machines. Usually the brand of capsules is indicated next to the brand of the device manufacturer. There are also combination coffee machines that use both ground coffee and branded capsules. You can find out which system each specific model is compatible with from the instructions.
Nespresso
Market leader in capsule coffee.
This Swiss brand from the Nestle concern was the first to appear on the market and has not lost its position to this day. The assortment includes 26 types of capsules. They can be distinguished by the color of the aluminum body; each type has its own name indicated on the membrane. The shape of the capsules is recognizable: slightly elongated, with noticeable edges at the bottom.
For its Grand Cru capsules, Nespresso uses only natural premium ground coffee; the degree of roasting, blend and grinding depend on the type of drink. Each capsule contains 5 g of coffee. The standard package includes 10 pieces; there are tasting sets of several types, which are often included with Nespresso-type coffee machines.
Advantages:
- excellent quality of raw materials;
- balanced taste;
- variety of blends, types of roasting and degree of grinding.
Flaws:
- drinks with milk can only be prepared on machines with a cappuccino maker;
- The assortment does not include chocolate or tea.
Full list of Nesprecco drinks:
| Name | Capsule color | Compound | Roasting | Taste |
| Kazaar | Navy blue | a mixture of robusta from Guatemala and Brazil with South American Arabica. | dark | rich, strong, with a slight bitterness and pepper notes. |
| Dharkan | blue-green | 100% washed Arabica (blend of varieties from South America and Asia). | dark | bright, with notes of cocoa and hints of wood. |
| Ristretto | black | a blend of Arabica beans from South Africa, Colombia and Brazil with a small amount of Robusta. | dark | Delicious, with notes of dark chocolate and tropical fruits. |
| Arpeggio | violet | pure Arabica from Costa Rica. | dark | rich, with velvety chocolate tones. |
| Roma | taupe | a mixture of South American Arabica and Asian Robusta. | dark | soft, with a slight sweetish taste and woody undertones. |
| Livanto | golden copper | 100% Arabica from South America | average | warm, with caramel notes and subtle bitterness |
| Capriccio | emerald green | blend of South American Arabica with Vietnamese Robusta | light | tender, with slight sourness and notes of roasted barley |
| Volluto | golden | 100% South American Arabica | light | sweetish, with fruity sourness |
| Cosi | light brown | pure Arabica from South America and Kenya | light | light, with notes of cereals and fruits |
| Indriya from India | silver gray | 100% Brazilian Arabica | average | strong, with hints of chocolate and nuts |
| Rosabaya de Colombia | silver pink | pure Colombian Arabica | average | rich, with fruit and berry sourness |
| Dulsao do Brasil | light gold | washed Brazilian Arabica | average | moderately strong, with barley notes |
| Bukeela ka Ethiopia | light copper | 100% Arabica from Ethiopia | light | spicy, with subtle sourness and woody notes |
| Envivo Lungo | reddish brown | a mixture of Mexican Robusta and Indian Arabica | dark | dense, strong, with bitterness and hints of ginger |
| Fortissio Lungo | green | Arabica blend from South America and India | average | bittersweet, with notes of cereals |
| Vivalto Lungo | silver blue | blend of South American and African Arabica beans | average | slightly sour, with woody and fruity nuances |
| Linizio Lungo | yellow-orange | Brazilian and Colombian Arabica | average | soft, with notes of grain |
| Caramelito | light brown | 100% Arabica from South America | average | bitter, with caramel undertones |
| Ciocattino | black-brown | South American Arabica with cocoa | average | classic, with notes of dark chocolate |
| Vanilio | milky white | 100% South American Arabica | average | moderately strong, with vanilla flavor |
| Decaffeinato Intenso | dark brown | Blend of South American Arabica and Asian Robusta, decaffeinated | dark | bitter, with hints of cocoa and roasted barley |
| Arpeggio Decaffeinato | blue-violet | Arabica from Costa Ricadecaffeinated | dark | rich, with notes of cocoa |
| Volluto Decaffeinato | old gold | Pure South American Arabica decaffeinated | light | light, with a sweet and sour fruity flavor |
| Vivalto Lungo Decaffeinato | silver blue | Blend of South American and African Arabica beans without caffeine | average | slightly sour, with tones of wood and fruit |
Dolce Gusto
A very popular capsule system offering 25 varieties of pure coffee, coffee drinks, hot chocolate and spiced tea.
Plastic capsules are flatter and rounder, resembling a bowl in shape. Drink options are distinguished by a colored membrane on which the name is indicated. Capsules are packaged in cardboard boxes of 16 pieces. If the drink contains milk, half of the capsules in the package will be milk. Dolce Gusto coffee machines are made by Krups. They are cheaper than their analogues, very easy to use, and do not have cappuccino makers or compartments for capsules. Coffee lovers believe that the taste of drinks from the Dolce Gusto line is less expressive than that of its main competitor, Nespresso. However, they contain more coffee - from 6 to 10 g, depending on the type of drink. Some capsules contain instant coffee rather than ground coffee; all milk capsules contain milk powder, sugar, emulsifiers, and flavoring additives.
Advantages:
- the line includes different cappuccino and latte options, as well as 4 types of hot chocolate;
- capsules are sold everywhere: in supermarkets, online stores, household appliances departments;
- You can make a delicious cappuccino or latte macchiato with high foam even on the cheapest coffee machine.
Flaws:
- milk drinks are twice as expensive as regular espresso and require 2 capsules to prepare;
- powdered milk simplifies the taste of the finished drink;
- After cooking, water remains in the capsules; before disposal, it must be poured out by cutting the membrane with a knife.
The Dolce Gusto line includes the following drinks:
| Name | Roasting | Type of coffee | Number of capsules per package | Taste |
| Espresso | dark | natural ground | 16 coffee | classic, with a noticeable bitterness. |
| Ristretto | dark | natural ground | 16 coffee | a richer version of espresso. |
| Ristretto Ardenza | dark | natural ground | 16 coffee | bright, deep, quite tart, with nutty notes. |
| Barista | dark | natural ground | 16 coffee | strong espresso with pronounced bitterness. |
| Espresso Intenso | dark | natural ground | 16 coffee | espresso with notes of fruit and nuts. |
| Espresso Caramel | dark | natural ground | 16 coffee | classic espresso with caramel flavor. |
| Grande | average | natural ground | 16 coffee | strong Americano. |
| Grande Intenso | dark | 100% Arabica | 16 coffee | an increased portion of strong Americano. |
| Lungo | average | 100% Arabica | 16 coffee | espresso diluted with water. |
| Americano | average | 100% Arabica | 16 coffee | classic, bitter, not too strong. |
| Americano Smooth Morning | average | Arabica from Colombia, Honduras and Brazil combined with Robusta from Vietnam | 16 coffee | a large portion of Americano with notes of caramel. |
| Mexico Americano | average | Arabica and Robusta blend from Mexico | 16 coffee | Americano with hints of nuts and prunes. |
| Colombia Lungo | average | 100% Arabica from Colombia | 16 coffee | weak lungo with flavors of roasted barley, almond kernels and nutmeg. |
| Peru Espresso | average | 100% Arabica from Peru | 16 coffee | strong sweetish coffee with hints of licorice and black pepper. |
| Honduras Espresso | average | 100% Arabica from Honduras | 16 coffee | espresso with notes of malt, honey, dark chocolate. |
| Capuccino | dark | a blend of Arabica beans from Ethiopia and Brazil and Vietnamese Robusta | 8 coffee, 8 dairy | a richer version of cappuccino. |
| Latte Macchiato | dark | natural ground | 8 coffee, 8 dairy | layered drink: hot milk at the bottom, espresso in the middle, thick milk foam on top. |
| Latte Macchiato Vanilla | dark | natural ground | 8 coffee and 8 milk | subtle, with vanilla tones. |
| Latte Macchiato Caramel | dark | natural ground | 8 coffee and 8 milk | soft, sweetish, with notes of caramel. |
| Cortado Espresso Macchiato | – | soluble | 16 coffee and milk | classic taste of instant coffee with milk. |
| Cafe au Lait | – | soluble | 8 coffee and 8 milk | soft, milky, without bitterness. |
| Chocochino | – | – | 8 cocoa with sugar, 8 milk | classic hot chocolate. |
| Chocochino Caramel | – | – | 8 cocoa with sugar, 8 milk | chocolate with caramel flavor. |
| Mocha | – | soluble | 8 coffee and 8 milk | rich chocolate with coffee tones. |
| Nesquik | – | – | 16 (cocoa mixture with milk powder, sugar and cinnamon) | traditional Nesquik cocoa with fluffy foam. |
| Espresso Decaffeinato | dark | natural ground | 16 coffee | decaffeinated espresso |
| Capucchino Ice | dark | natural ground | 8 coffee and 8 milk | classic cold cappuccino (prepared with cold water) |
Tassimo
The Tassimo capsule system was proposed by Kraft Foods, and coffee machines adapted for it are produced by Bosh. The capsules of this brand have a non-standard shape - they are wider and flatter. Each branded disc contains 9 g of ground coffee, which exceeds the competition. The line includes 15 flavors (12 coffee options, 2 teas and hot chocolate). The package contains 16 capsules; to prepare dairy drinks, you need to use 2 at once, which increases the price of each serving.
The taste of the brand's drinks is high; the capsules contain high-quality ground coffee; instant coffee is used only for Cafe au Lait. Milk capsules used to contain concentrated milk, but today it has been replaced by powdered milk. According to connoisseurs, this negatively affects the taste. Connoisseurs have no complaints about the quality of coffee discs.
A special feature of coffee machines that work with Tassimo is the presence of a code reader, by which the machine determines the type of drink and independently sets the serving size. Branded discs are sold in many hardware stores, supermarkets and online stores.
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.
