Consumer Guide: Nespresso’s Original and VertuoLine Coffee Pods Caffeine Content Review

It’s a known fact:

Nespresso is one of the biggest coffee brands in the world.

And while you may be among the many people enjoying their products, I’m sure – at some point – you’ve wondered…

“How much caffeine is in this Nespresso pod?”

Well, you are not alone – many have been asking the same.

And:

In keeping with CoffeeHolli’s goal to keep all coffeeholics well-informed, we’ve prepared this in-depth post on Nespresso pod’s caffeine content.

Here’s everything you need to know.

Basic Facts About Nespresso Capsules

Nespresso Caffeine Levels

Typically:

Nespresso pods (either Vertuo or Original) contain a certain amount of finely roasted, ground coffee beans (Arabica or Robusta).

Naturally, the pods have different levels of caffeine owing to the fact that Arabica beans have less caffeine than Robusta.

So:

If you want less caffeine in your cup of joe, consider going for Arabica coffee pods. But if you want that extra caffeine energy, Robusta pods are for you.

Also, there are Nespresso pods that blend both Arabica and Robusta grounds.

These pods fall somewhere between Robusta’s ample caffeine levels and Arabica’s sweet and fruity flavors.

Nespresso Coffee Pod Sizes

Get this:

The type of coffee beans isn’t the only determining factor of caffeine content in Nespresso pods. The sizes of the pods also count.

Now:

For Nespresso’s Original Line, there are three sizes, namely…

• Ristretto (small)
• Espresso (medium)
• Lungo (large)

As indicated above, Lungo is the largest of all OriginalLine coffee pods.

Thus, it has the highest amount of caffeine. It is followed by the medium-sized Espresso and the Ristretto, which is the smallest.

What about the Vertuo pods?

They come in five main sizes, namely:

• Espresso
• Double Espresso
• GranLungo
• Mug/Coffee
• Carafe

The Double Espresso and GranLungo are bigger variations of the espresso and lungo sizes.

However, if you want to prepare more coffee, you’ll need a much bigger size like the Mug/Coffee or Carafe sizes.

Nespresso Intensity Scale

Make no mistake:

The intensity scale on Nespresso capsules doesn’t tell the caffeine content. This is a common misconception among Nespresso owners.

Instead, it reveals the degree of roasting, bitterness, and body of the coffee. This is usually between 1 to 13.

Thus:

If a coffee pod has a higher intensity rating, the resulting drink will be more bitter, heavier, and more flavorful.

Got it?

Now that we know all about Nespresso pod types, let’s delve into today’s core issue – the caffeine content tables.

The Caffeine Content in Nespresso Pods

Each Nespresso pod contains Arabica, Robusta, or both grounds – with Robusta having almost twice the amount of caffeine. The pods also come in different sizes. Unlike the different grounds and sizes, you can’t tell the caffeine content from the Nespresso intensity scale. However, the caffeine content tables for Original and VertuoLine pods below provide better information.

Nespresso Original Line Caffeine Content Summary Table

As shown in the table:

IL Caffe (129 mg) and Palermo Kazaar (113 mg) have the highest caffeine content amongst all Nespresso OriginalLine pods.

Other high caffeinated pods include Cape Town Envivo Lungo (110 mg), Napoli (109 mg) and Buenos Aires (104 mg).

Thus, these pods are the best choice for those who love strong java.

In contrast:

Firenze Decaffeinato (2 mg), Ristretto Decaffeinato (2 mg), and Volluto Decaffeinato (1.7 mg) are decaf pods with minimal caffeine.

These coffee pods have little to no impact if you’re caffeine-sensitive. Thus, making them ideal for decaf lovers.

Got it?

Nespresso VertuoLine Caffeine Content Summary Table

As expected:

The table shows that VertuoLine pods have more caffeine than Original pods, as they are typically bigger.

And:

The most caffeinated VertuoLine pods include the Melozio Boost and Stormio Boost with 200 mg each. As their names imply, these pods are the boosted versions of the Melozio and Stormio pods.

Other pods with heavy doses of caffeine include Fortado (195 mg), Intenso (195 mg), and Mexico (190 mg).

Are you a decaf fan or caffeine-sensitive?

If yes, you have a few VertuoLine pods to choose from. These include Altissio Decaffeinato, Fortado Decaffeinato, and Melozio Decaffeinato.

They all have less than 12 mg of caffeine.

Conclusion

Obviously:

People love coffee for different reasons. While many drink it for its stimulating kick, there are those who take it for fun and enjoyment.

And that’s why it’s always important to know how much caffeine is in your coffee pods.

Anyway:

If you’re a fan of Nespresso, the information above contains everything you need to know to get your next best cup of joe; including the facts that:

• Nespresso pods contain either Arabica or Robusta coffee grounds, or both
• Robusta beans contain more caffeine than Arabica
• The bigger the pods, the more caffeine they have
• Nespresso intensity scale shows the degree of the coffee’s roasting, bitterness, and body. It has nothing to do with the caffeine content

With that in mind:

I hope this post has been helpful. If you have any questions or contributions, please leave a comment below.

---

Frequently Asked Questions