I love smelling coffee as it brews, Nespresso pods included, because it clues me in to the coffee's expected flavor profile. Usually, it makes me look forward to taking that first sip.

Melissa Gaman September 29, 2024 at 3:30 PM·2 min read Espresso pouring into iced latte - Catherine Falls Commercial/Getty Images ...

We tested 17 coffee pod varieties from Nespresso, Starbucks, Peet’s, Illy, and more to find the best Nespresso pods for beginners and long-term fans.

I purchased three very different Nespresso single-shot espresso pod flavors: Diavolitto, Altissio and Voltesso — from mild to extreme intensity. I wanted to determine exactly which type of brew ...