Capsule Lavazza Compatible With Nespresso* Original Machines
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Intensity 10/13
$9.50 $7.13 $0.71/capsule
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Intensity 10/13
$9.50 $7.13 $0.71/capsule
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Intensity 10/13
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$21.00 $15.75 $0.52/capsule
Intensity 12/13
$21.00 $15.75 $0.52/capsule
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$21.00 $15.75 $0.52/capsule
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$9.50 $7.13 $0.71/capsule
With capsules, the system comes before the blend, since each capsule is engineered for a specific machine. Lavazza covers two single-serve systems: A Modo Mio, made for Lavazza's own machines, and a range compatible with Nespresso* Original machines. Once the system is settled, attention shifts to the blend, where the same logic applies as with any Lavazza coffee: variety, roast, and aromatic profile set the direction of the cup.
A capsule holds a measured dose of ground coffee, sealed to protect the aromas and extracted under pressure in a matter of seconds. A Modo Mio capsules contain 7.5 grams, the same weight a professional espresso machine handles, with the system running at eight to nine bars over an extraction of around twenty-five seconds. The crema that forms on top is thick and persistent, the visual mark of a well-pulled shot. Inside Nespresso* Original machines, the compatible range works on the same principle, carrying Lavazza's blend expertise into that format.
Across both systems, the blends range from delicate 100% Arabica profiles with floral and fruity notes to fuller Arabica and Robusta compositions marked by cocoa, woody, and spicy character. Where a lighter roast keeps the aromatic top notes open, a darker roast brings body and persistence to the cup. The most reliable way to find a capsule that suits your taste is to read the aromatic profile on the pack rather than rely on the intensity rating alone.
For a delicate, aromatic espresso, A Modo Mio Delizioso is a 100% Arabica blend with floral notes and a sweet, slightly liqueur-like finish. Translating the six-Arabica selection of the Oro blend into capsule form, A Modo Mio Qualità Oro is fragrant and sweet, with a long-lasting aftertaste. Drawing on Arabica origins from Brazil and Asia, A Modo Mio Passionale leans on darker roast character, with chocolate notes and a harmonious, full profile.
For those already using a Nespresso* Original machine, the Lavazza compatible range carries the same blends across into that system. Lightly roasted, Qualità Oro offers a 100% Arabica profile with floral and fruity notes. Crema e Gusto pairs Arabica and Robusta in a creamy, medium-roasted cup with dark chocolate, wood, and spice notes and a full presence in the mouth. The Espresso Maestro line widens the choice for anyone after a ristretto or a classico extraction.
When the cup calls for more body, the range turns to bolder Arabica and Robusta blends with pronounced cocoa and woody character, built to hold up against dairy or plant-based milk. For those looking to reduce their caffeine intake, A Modo Mio Dek Cremoso keeps a creamy, well-balanced profile with only a fraction of the caffeine. Covering the full spectrum from delicate to intense, both systems make sure the machine you own does not limit the style of coffee you can brew.
A Modo Mio is Lavazza's own single-serve system, designed for Lavazza machines and built around a larger dose of coffee per capsule of 7.5 grams. The compatible range, shaped to fit Nespresso* Original machines, delivers the same Lavazza blends in a format that suits that system. Since each capsule is made for its specific machine, the two types are not interchangeable.
Lavazza's compatible capsules are designed for Nespresso* Original machines. They do not suit Nespresso* Vertuo or other systems that rely on a different capsule format. Checking the product description before buying is the safest way to confirm the capsules match your machine.
Each A Modo Mio capsule contains 7.5 grams of ground coffee, the same weight a professional espresso machine uses for a single shot. Extracting at eight to nine bars of pressure over roughly twenty-five seconds, the system produces a 25 to 35 millilitre espresso with a persistent crema.
Fuller, darker profiles hold their character against dairy or plant-based milk, which makes blends with cocoa, woody, and spicy notes a natural match for cappuccino, flat white or latte. Crema e Gusto, along with the bolder Arabica and Robusta blends in both systems, carries enough body to come through milk without losing definition.
Yes. A Modo Mio Dek Cremoso is processed to remove most of the caffeine while keeping a creamy, well-balanced flavour. As a reduced-caffeine coffee rather than one with none at all, it leaves the ritual intact for those watching their intake.
Each capsule is individually sealed, which keeps the ground coffee protected from air and light until the moment of extraction. Kept in a cool, dry place away from heat sources, the capsules hold their aromatic qualities at their best for the duration of their shelf life.
The intensity rating points to body and aromatic strength rather than quality. Lower numbers lean towards delicate, aromatic cups, while higher ratings bring out pronounced cocoa, spice, and roasted notes. The clearest guide remains the aromatic profile on the pack, which describes what the cup will actually taste like.
*Lavazza is not affiliated with, endorsed or sponsored by Nespresso