ROSSO CAFFÈ 60 Espresso Coffee Pods for Nespresso Original Machines - Premium Capsule Sampler Variety Pack 6 Flavors, Rich Breakfast to Intense Roasts

I switched from Nespresso pods to Rosso and I was pleasantly surprised at the variety of flavors available as well as the quality of the coffee. And I have to admit, I'm a bit of a coffee snob! I usually stick to the name brands, but this alternative is amazing. This is my second order, purchased again because the first order was just so darn good! Give Rosso a try.

I am loving Rosso Caffe!!! I love the fact that they are just the right amount of capsules to try out!Not only is it a smart alternative to the more high-end, expensive brands...but they actually taste really good for being that alternative!Many Alts lack either taste or quality but I am here to justify the claim that Rosso Caffe is such an amazing brand with such an amazing product AND for such an amazing price!!!I am going to be so bold to admit that Rosso Caffe is probably my personal favorite among many other Alts out here.You save so much money AND you get a variety in taste, what is there NOT to love?They have such a collection for you to select from; Light Roasts like Decaffeinato, Medium Roasts like Carmello and the more intense Dark Roasts like Maestro. But that only skims the surface of their selections but you get the idea!There truly is something here for everyone! Each box contains 2 packs of 5 pods. The pods are color-coded to go with their name, so you can be sure to know which pod is what. So if you are not much of a morning person, you don't have to fumble around trying to find your perfect pod..all you have to do is recall the color and you'll remember!Also, every pack makes clear whether or not it is suitable for various types of drinks; Ristretto, Espresso, Lungo.So if you like the hard stuff or if you're like me (who likes a bit of cream in your coffee), everyone should be equally happy!The pods are perfectly designed. From the foil top to the plastic bottom, they look so gourmet that it's ridiculously amazing!They do, however, have a "best by" date. Meaning: They are probably not going to last very long. So, it's good to drink as soon as you get them.Also, They are a product of Israel but with a US distribution based out of Florida.I have taste tested each pod I received and the verdict is out:I love Ricco! The rich and creamy taste combined with a tinge of something bittersweet. I adore it so much!It's full of intense flavor that it had me begging for more.For the sake of not keeping you too long, I will list the taste of the rest of the pods as limited as possible:-Gentleman:Strong and fruity. Reminds me of the Ristretto pod.Has a slight redness to the crema, which tells me it has some robusta.Though strong and intense, I find it's mellow compared to Ristretto!-Maestro:Not much with the Cocoa taste, but I do taste the Hazelnut!Very rich and creamy, with an amazing crema.-Intellegente:A mild taste with a bit of an acidic aftertaste.As an espresso, it's too acidic but as a lungo, it's perfect!-Purismo:Rich and darkacidic aftertasteHas a bit of a sweet, smooth taste-Delicato:Fruity is the only way to describe this.Great for just a relaxing drink, rather than a morning "pick me up"It's very soothing and smooth.In conclusion, I love these smooth tasting pods!I have never been judgemental when it came to coffee shots (or coffee in general) but these are too good not to feel something special about them.Would I buy these on my own? You better believe it!I recommend Rosso Caffe to everyone who loves a smooth cheap alt!!! These are amazing!5/5-The following rating comes from:1 star- Packaging. (Is the item packaged well?)1 star- Quality & Materials. (Is the item made well?)1 star- Functions & Usability. (Does the item work well?)1 star- Construction & Design. (Does the item look good?)1 star- Quality Strength & Weight. (Does the item feel good?)-How I review:Based on those 5 mentions above, I take everything into consideration before posting a final review.Also, I use mere common sense when it comes to rating. Is the product worth this amount of stars? Is it not? What would I improve?Is the negative I dislike, if any at all, something that is an error in construction & design or is it something the company couldn't possibly control?And, if all else fails, can I do something to alternate or change the ability of this negative?All this and more is considered before I post.I do a lot of shopping on Amazon, so I decided to take the liberty to post reviews on items I think deserve it.Because I want people who are genuinely interested to know more about the product before they commit.These are my own opinions, I am doing this review merely for the sake of reviewing and expressing my freedom to review.Thank you!

UPDATE: 6/6/2016 I received free samples of two of their newest flavors Cioccolata and Diamante. Customer Service had let me know that they had improved the flavor and functionalty of the pods and coffee. I would agree in that I see a big difference in the amount of time the coffee completes it's drip cycle, the stream as it brews, and the amount of crema as well. Basically in making expresso (Lungo), I did not notice a difference between this brand and the Nespresso brand.As to the flavor, the Cioccolata, which is designed to have a chocolate flavor, it was good and taste was as expected. However, the Diamante brand even though the experience of making the cup of coffee mirrored the Nespresso brand, I still did not like the flavor. But, that is a personal preference and I would not venture to say that all flavors would be bad, you would have to discover that yourself.To me the biggest plus is that the experience of making the cup of Joe is the same as the Nespresso brand pods. Well done Rosso.UPDATE: 4/2016. Today I was offered a full refund by Rosso Caffe, which I accepted. Hence the upgrade to 3 stars. For customer service, I would rate this at 5 stars, however, I will rate them higher once the taste is improved to be likeable. To that end, I was informed that 3 new tastes are being developed and was offered free samples once they are ready. I will update my review if there is improvement.I am not a picky coffee drinker, but at least on a level that I purchased the Nespresso coffee maker abandoning the Keurig system for better taste. That having been said, I don't care for the higher price of the Nespresso pods ($.70/pod) and wanted to find cheaper alternatives. I've tried several with pods from Rosso Caffe being the latest. I'm disappointed.I have no affiliation with Nespresso or any brand and am just an average guy who wants to put my experience out there. It's a shame to buy 50 pods of a brand you haven't tried and be disappointed and often have wasted your money.Pros- Packaging is great, looks nice but then does it really matter?- Pods are colored and not plain looking (can you tell I'm reaching for something positive?)- Pods are sealed in an air tight cellophane package, 5 to a packageCons- There is no labeling on the Pods as to the name of the coffee blend and you have to refer back to the packaging matching the color of the pod to the box, then read up on the blend and if it is designed for an Expresso, Lungo, etc. After opening a package of 5 pods, I put them in a air sealed glass jar, thereby mixing the different pod blends together. It would really help knowing what the name of the blend is by reading the top of the pod. I can't throw away the boxes until I've used up all the coffee. I'm sure that once I've been drinking this brand for a month or so and picked my favorites I won't need the boxes and will have it memorized. NOT! I shouldn't have to do this as a new customer.- Inconsistent drip flow when brewing coffee. I would estimate 3-4 out of 5 pods drips very slowly, sometimes not flowing but just dripping so slow I can count the drips. This is the same experience I've had with other non-Nespresso brand pods. I was hoping this one would be different. I'm beginning to believe that being packaged in a plastic cup rather than a metal cup (top seal material may or may not matter) makes a difference. So far only the Nespresso brand cups are metal.- Taste is either weak or has that burnt or over cooked taste. The best way I can describe it is to describe the Nespresso brand tastes rich while this brand tastes dull will not much of a sharp taste. It's hard to describe but there is a definate difference so far between Nespresso and Nespresso compatible brands.The company included a $10 coupon off the next order, but I won't be reordering even with a $10 credit. I guess that tells the story.

I absolutely loved the Rosso Coffee Capsules for Nespresso! The flavor is smooth, rich, and full-bodied—honestly better than a lot of the original Nespresso pods I’ve tried. They work perfectly with my machine, no issues at all, and the variety pack gave me a chance to find a few new favorites. Great value for the price, too. I’ll definitely be ordering these again! Highly recommend for any Nespresso lover looking to mix things up without sacrificing quality.