Customers commend the Ristretto Espresso Capsules for their delicious flavor, noting that they produce a flavorful latte and are comparable to popular coffee shops. The ease of use is also highlighted as a positive aspect. However, some customers have expressed concern regarding the product's expiration date, reporting instances of receiving expired products. Overall, the positive feedback on taste and convenience outweighs the negative comments about expiration.
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Flavor
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Good alternative to Nespresso
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I have been looking for good alternatives to Nespresso capsules and this is the best thus far. The capsules function acceptably in the Nespresso machine and the taste is really good, especially since the prices/capsule is significantly less than Nespresso.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Flavor
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Decent--Strong, but no depth
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These compatible capsules worked decently well in my Latissima and produced espresso shots that I'd describe as "decent, not great." They were strong, but much more single-note versus the standard capsules. They were cheap on sale and do well in lattes, but I think I'd pay extra for the name-brand ones.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Flavor
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Good flavor
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These are ristretto capsules so they're designed for short shots of espresso, about half an ounce. If you keep this in mind the flavor is quite good.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Flavor
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Tasty
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This espresso flavor is awesome is strong just like you would like an espresso to be.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Ok for terrible coffee
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I thought this would be a good substitute for the real Nespresso pods, it’s not. The coffee is almost as if it’s normal coffee just put in a pod. No flavor or body like the real pods. Very very poor, use on your friends that can’t tell the difference between anything you serve them.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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Flavor
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Strong, rich flavor
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I'll admit nothing seems to match the Nespresso brand capsules, but these make a nice flavorful latte for far less. I wish they were compostable but overall no qualms.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Expiration date
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Lacks Punch
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Like others have stated, it takes extra effort to close the handle of the Nespresso machine with these capsules. Not sure how this will impact the machine in the long run. I taken another star off because I didn't see a expiration date on the box. As for the taste, its milder than original capsules. For those that are cost conscience, then this might be worth a shot, but don't expect same quality of those from Nespresso.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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Flavor
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Good coffee
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Great tasting coffee at awesome price. Works perfect in my nespresso machine.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Café Turino
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I like the coffee, however one of the boxes was delivered opened, with pods all over the bigger packing box.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Flavor
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
GREAT COFFEE
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I LIKE THIS COFFE BETTER THAN THE OTHER CAFE TURINOS. NICE TASTING FLAVOR.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Only fair
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This coffe lacks the body and depth of the brand name
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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Flavor
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Makes excellent Nespresso coffee
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I have been very satisfies with the full flavor profile of this Nespresso capsule.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Flavor
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
taste good enough
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taste good enough, its coffee people. Throw it in, push the button and ur done player.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Flavor
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
tastes good
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tastes good cheaper than the Nespresso should have more of an assortment
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
They work
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Definitely not as good as the original. Not as rich or as deep. But they work. I'll just stick with the genuine ones.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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Espresso
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Good value
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Especially compared to the Nespresso brand espresso pods
I would recommend this to a friend
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Flavor
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Good, not great
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Nice coffee pods, not the best taste, but still nice
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 2 out of 5 stars
Better than nothing
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A couple of problems with these: #1 Best Buy charges double the price of other similar stores for these (they will price match, but you have to know to check and ask them). #2 these just don't even compare to the excellent flavor of the Nespresso brand pods, but if you're in a pinch they will get you by. #3 the Nespresso machine doesn't do as well with this, such as it occasionally doesn't puncture the pod correctly, or it squishes to pod, or the pod doesn't fit quite right. Overall, just make sure you have enough Nespresso pods on hand so you don't have to buy these while waiting on your Nespresso shipment.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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Flavor
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Good for the price
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If you drink a lot of espresso this is a good brand to grab. It’s cheap, and good/decent taste. If you want better taste pay more and get the nesspreso brand. Overall for everyday on the go drink, it’s good.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Espresso
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Can't feel a tremendous difference from Nespresso
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If you are not a coffee expert, I bet you can't feel a tremendous difference from Nespresso. A good bargain!