Taste of Dolce Gusto Lattes I am very interested in this machine, BUT, I hate sweet lattes/cappuccinos. I like espresso and steamed milk only. No flavoring or sugar. Does anybody out there have this machine that does not like sweetened coffee? Are these lattes good? Taste of Dolce Gusto Lattes I am very interested in this machine, BUT, I hate sweet lattes/cappuccinos. I like espresso and steamed milk only. No flavoring or sugar. Does anybody out there have... » Read More Taste of Dolce Gusto Lattes I am very interested in this machine, BUT, I hate sweet lattes/cappuccinos. I like espresso and steamed milk only. No flavoring or sugar. Does anybody out there have this machine that does not like sweetened coffee? Are these lattes good? « Show Less
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Here is some good information on this machine and others if you are interested:http://www.nichepage.com/n/kitchenware/single-cup-coffee-maker
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The caps are slightly sweet, the lattes a bit more so. These is a Skinny cap made with skim milk and no sugar that you might like. I personally find the taste of steamed milk to be slightly sweet, so I don't taste a great deal of difference. YMMV
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Only the Dolce Gusto Pods. The other pods are shaped completely differently and won't fit. Also the pressure is much higher on the Gusto machine. No other pods will work, not the one's sold seperately for use with "Your" coffee, nothing will work. On the K-cup machines they cut a hole in the bottom and top when inserted, the pods on the Gusto are pre punched.
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You have to use the Nespresso's coffee pods! I have to tell you that this is Fabulous machine! I watch for the specials that they have & free shipping from time to time. That's when I stock up. The Nespresso machine & coffee are a real treat for me now that I've found my favorite flavors. I hope this helps! It is also so much easier to clean than older styles of espresso makers! I know some people may be thinking of the Keurig capsules which you can use your own coffee for that machine & they say they would rather buy them already filled. You have to use the Nespresso's coffee pods! Darlene N. answered on August 6, 2014 You have to use the Nespresso's coffee pods! I have to tell you that this is Fabulous machine! I watch for the specials that they have & free shipping from time to time. That's when I stock up. The Nespresso machine & coffee are a real treat for me now that I've found my favorite flavors. I hope this helps! It is also so much easier to clean than older styles of espresso makers! I know some people may be thinking of the Keurig capsules which you can use your own coffee for that machine & they say they would rather buy them already filled. You have to use the Nespresso's coffee... » Read More You have to use the Nespresso's coffee pods! I have to tell you that this is Fabulous machine! I watch for the specials that they have & free shipping from time to time. That's when I stock up. The Nespresso machine & coffee are a real treat for me now that I've found my favorite flavors. I hope this helps! It is also so much easier to clean than older styles of espresso makers! I know some people may be thinking of the Keurig capsules which you can use your own coffee for that machine & they say they would rather buy them already filled. You have to use the Nespresso's coffee pods! Darlene N. answered on August 6, 2014 « Show Less
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I have been searching for one and have not yet found it. It is a beautiful machine but I did not know what to look for when I bought it. It's Cafe "Americano" is terrible. I just got the "Lungo" and it is better but not great. The Cappuccino is good but very expensive. If I had known more I might have bought something else.By the way, Amazon has most of their coffees shipped free if you have Prime.
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I see that others have already answered, but I did want to put in my opinion, for what it's worth! I love this machine. I have a Keurig at work and we have one that sits in the garage, unused. I like full bodied coffee and I feel the Keurig, for me, doesn't fit the bill. It's fine for that second cup when I get to work, but the Verismo makes espresso and regular coffee, depending on the pods. It makes coffee that tastes as good, or better, than my very expensive Saeco espresso machine. I know Keurig is all the thing now, but I feel the coffee can be weak and tasteless. Just my opinion! I've had my Verismo for a year now and I still sing its praises! I see that others have already answered, but I did want to put in my opinion, for what it's worth! I love this machine. I have a Keurig at work and we have one that sits in the garage, unused. I like full bodied coffee and I feel the Keurig, for me, doesn't fit the bill. It's fine for that second cup when I get to work, but the Verismo makes espresso and regular coffee, depending on the pods. It makes coffee that tastes as good, or better, than my very expensive Saeco espresso machine. I know Keurig is all the thing now, but I feel the coffee can be weak and tasteless. Just my opinion! I've... » Read More I see that others have already answered, but I did want to put in my opinion, for what it's worth! I love this machine. I have a Keurig at work and we have one that sits in the garage, unused. I like full bodied coffee and I feel the Keurig, for me, doesn't fit the bill. It's fine for that second cup when I get to work, but the Verismo makes espresso and regular coffee, depending on the pods. It makes coffee that tastes as good, or better, than my very expensive Saeco espresso machine. I know Keurig is all the thing now, but I feel the coffee can be weak and tasteless. Just my opinion! I've had my Verismo for a year now and I still sing its praises! « Show Less
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There are big differences in the machines. The Keurig is essentially a *coffee* machine. It makes a standard cup of coffee. Yes, it can do flavors, and there are dozens and dozens of different varieties, but it is pretty much limited to straight coffee. (There's a hot cocoa K-cup, but it's made by Green Mountain. You know how famous Green Mountain is for their hot cocoa? They're not. There's a reason.) With that much variety, you're just about assured of finding a coffee to your taste. The brewing cycle is optimized for straight coffee (though there is some flexibility there). Temperature is sometimes an issue; some people find the coffee not quite hot enough. The Tassimo, on the other hand, has far fewer varieties of coffee, but a much greater range of beverage TYPES. It makes latte, cappuccino (regular or skinny), espresso, chai tea lattes, hot chocolate, black and green teas. It makes a nice three-level latte macchiato. The temperature of the finished product is higher, and it has Starbucks pods that taste very much like the real thing. But in general, it probably does not do straight coffee quite as well as a Keurig, and there are certainly many fewer bean types, roast types, and flavors for the Tassimo. We finally decided on a Tassimo, and we love it. And that's something you'll generally find to be true no matter what you buy. It's been our experience that unless you're a coffee connoisseur (in which case, neither machine beats the more labor-intensive brewing methods), you will probably be happy with either machine.
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The ability to heat just milk, for one. Ability to dispense hot water. Larger milk, water and spent pod reservoirs. LED display. You are prompted to clean the milk receptacle. A 'ristretto' setting (very small amount of espresso). I have both and use both every morning when preparing lattes for my husband any myself. No need to have two, but I'm keeping the Plus as a back-up. The Pro drew me in with the milk and water settings. I like just steamed milk occasionally (much better steamed than from the aeroccino), and my husband enjoys tea, so it is nice to have the hot water setting. And to be honest, I just like a little coffee with my milk, so I am often adding more milk than the latte setting provides (yes, I do realize I can customize that output on both machines, but not everybody feels the same as I do about milk qty). Very sturdy machine. More sleek than the Plus. And when I say milk, I mean coconut flavored Almond milk. The primary reason I purchased a Nespresso machine in April 2013 was to have lattes with non-dairy and non-soy options. At the time, last April, Starbucks and Peets did not offer almond milk. Peets now does, but they don't have coconut flavored - it makes all the difference.
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You can use Starbucks Verismo milk pods directly in the machine, and I recommend using the espresso pump with them. The coffee pods fit, but the Verismo punctures the base of the pod where the CBTL does not so you have to poke a hole in the bottom. My experiments concluded that it isn't worth the hassle to use anything but the milk pods, which do not have to be punctured. The milk pods make fanstastic chai and latte coffee. You should always use a milk pod first so that the tea/coffee pod cleans the head of milk residue.
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I wish I know but they taste as sweet as the starbucks green tea latte. I don't drink it all the time because I know it is tasty and of course high in sugar. The good thing about having it at home is I don't have to run out to starbucks if I crave for it. Also it is much cheaper to make it at home.
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Yes! We need to find some pods that fit. The dolce gusto pods are terrible and I'm sad :( Any luck?
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It is 100% your taste and opinion. The paper filters do filter out the oils so if you dislike that about French Press you'll love the Aeropress. If you enjoy the oils and need to make more than one "shot" at a time you'll need the French Press. I find that the Aeropress makes a much more concentrated flavor closer to Espresso because it's easier to get a high coffee to water ratio and the grinds only steep for a few seconds. I keep my Aeropress at work and my French Press at home. But truly, it's like asking which pizza has more flavor, regular crust or thin crust; it's completely subjective. It is 100% your taste and opinion. The paper filters do filter out the oils so if you dislike that about French Press you'll love the Aeropress. If you enjoy the oils and need to make more than one "shot" at a time you'll need the French Press. I find that the Aeropress makes a much more concentrated flavor closer to Espresso because it's easier to get a high coffee to water ratio and the grinds only steep for a few seconds. I keep my Aeropress at work and my French Press at home. But truly, it's like asking which pizza has more flavor, regular crust or thin crust; it's completely... » Read More It is 100% your taste and opinion. The paper filters do filter out the oils so if you dislike that about French Press you'll love the Aeropress. If you enjoy the oils and need to make more than one "shot" at a time you'll need the French Press. I find that the Aeropress makes a much more concentrated flavor closer to Espresso because it's easier to get a high coffee to water ratio and the grinds only steep for a few seconds. I keep my Aeropress at work and my French Press at home. But truly, it's like asking which pizza has more flavor, regular crust or thin crust; it's completely subjective. « Show Less
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okay i'm replying to an old post and you probably bought one already. if you like and drink more frothy drinks, then gusto, if you like more coffee, keurig. easier to find pods for keurig also. gusto coffee doesn't taste that good. more variety with keurig.
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Hi there! I've now had (3) of these machines and for the price it is a Very good machine. I would guess your grind is either too coarse and the pressurized water is going right through - but also, if too fine the water can find its way around the coffee and find a 'channel' to flow through making it way too weak.These variations led us to "ESE Pods". They are very consistent and VERY clean, especially if you need multiple 'shots'. That machine has a special disk just for pods. The downside is they are more expensive (try Miscela'd oro at 1st Line abour $.33 per if in bulk), but the time savings and cleanliness during a busybusy morning makes it well worth it!!Good Luck!PG Hi there! I've now had (3) of these machines and for the price it is a Very good machine. I would guess your grind is either too coarse and the pressurized water is going right through - but also, if too fine the water can find its way around the coffee and find a 'channel' to flow through making it way too weak.These variations led us to "ESE Pods". They are very consistent and VERY clean, especially if you need multiple 'shots'. That machine has a special disk just for pods. The downside is they are more expensive (try Miscela'd oro at 1st Line abour $.33 per if in... » Read More Hi there! I've now had (3) of these machines and for the price it is a Very good machine. I would guess your grind is either too coarse and the pressurized water is going right through - but also, if too fine the water can find its way around the coffee and find a 'channel' to flow through making it way too weak.These variations led us to "ESE Pods". They are very consistent and VERY clean, especially if you need multiple 'shots'. That machine has a special disk just for pods. The downside is they are more expensive (try Miscela'd oro at 1st Line abour $.33 per if in bulk), but the time savings and cleanliness during a busybusy morning makes it well worth it!!Good Luck!PG « Show Less
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I used almond milk tonight for the 1st time and it wouldn't froth at all. I finished making my latte,though cause I was curious,but it tasted bad..therefore,if you want to use an alternative to cow's milk,choose soy milk. I especially like an unsweetened vanilla kind since I like my drinks sugar-free.
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It is VERY good. I find Starbucks tasts burnt. The decaf is similar to the regular, but may be a tad more mild.I was using it in my cuisinart espresso machine and it was fantastic. It is not ground fine enough for my rancilio silvia machine... And I am upset because I do like it a lot!
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Since a latte is made with espresso and steamed milk, it might not come out as you would expect, since the Pumpkin Spice is already in Cappuccino format when made in a Keurig machine. I'm sure it would taste OK, but might not be as strong as a latte normally is. I personally have not tried to do it, so just putting forth an opinion. I do like the taste of this flavor very much.
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Their new machine, the VirtuoLine does regular coffee as well as espresso drinks. But it does not have the milk reservoir - the one lacking component from my perspective, else I'd have purchased. You can purchase an aeroccino to take care of the latte habit, but I find milk prepared in the aeroccino is just not quite the same as that in a frother.