Tasting: illy vs. Nespresso Capsule Espresso Machines

Written by Kat
The Espresso Afficionado
Published on Apr 12, 2013
Kat is a passionate coffee enthusiast and seasoned blogger. Read her posts for insights on brew methods, coffee recipes, and machine reviews.
Tasting: illy vs. Nespresso Capsule Espresso Machines

We have carried Nespresso capsule machines for awhile now and we know that while they'll definitely get the caffeinated job done, it's unlikely that the shots they produce will ever knock your socks off. illy came to the scene recently with their reworked Francis Francis! machines that utilize the Iperespresso capsule functionality, so we decided it was time for a little side-by-side taste-off. Note that there are a ton of variables at play here, especially since both of these use proprietary capsule systems and blends, we couldn't necessarily judge the machine's tech separate from the coffee's flavor. Bunny selected a dark roast, light roast and single origin from each manufacturer for us to taste; watch as the crew gives their feedback on flavor!

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