Shopping for Nespresso Vertuo pods starts with one question: how much coffee do you want in your cup? Brew size describes the amount of coffee a capsule is designed to make. It is separate from the number of capsules in a pack.
Four everyday Vertuo sizes
- Espresso: 1.35 fl oz (40 ml). A short coffee to sip on its own or use as the base of a milk drink.
- Double Espresso: 2.7 fl oz (80 ml). A larger espresso serving for a latte or a longer espresso moment.
- Gran Lungo: about 5 fl oz (150 ml). A middle ground between a short espresso and a full mug.
- Coffee: about 7.77 fl oz (230 ml). A mug-sized serving for a more leisurely cup.
Some Vertuo capsules make other sizes. Larger capsules can have machine-specific compatibility requirements, so check the capsule packaging and your machine manual before buying.
Choose for the drink you make most
If your morning routine is a small coffee followed by breakfast, start with the Espresso collection. For drinks with milk, browse Double Espresso. If you want a longer black coffee, compare Gran Lungo with Regular Coffee.
Pack size is a different number
A 50-count pack contains 50 capsules; it does not change the brew size of each capsule. Compare the capsule count, coffee name and serving size together. A larger pack can be practical once you know which coffee fits your routine.
Check your machine first
Vertuo and Original are different capsule systems. A Vertuo capsule is not a substitute for an Original capsule. If you are unsure which machine you own, check the model name before ordering.
Browse Nespresso pods at The Coffee Pantry, or read our guide to buying Vertuo pods in bulk.
Reference: Nespresso system and cup-size guide. The Coffee Pantry is an independent retailer and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Nespresso.