Starbucks Blonde Espresso Roast

These fit my Nespresso Essenza Mini without any problems and brewed just fine. I liked these because they have a smoother, lighter flavor than darker espresso pods, but they still taste like real coffee and not watered down. They are easy to drink, balanced, and especially good with a little milk or half and half. If you usually find darker pods a little too bold or bitter, these are a nice change. The packaging was good and the best by date was also pretty far out, which was nice to see. Overall, these are good pods if you want something smooth, mellow, and easy to enjoy.

Even though these Starbucks by Nespresso Blonde Roast Espresso Pods are made for Nespresso Original machines, I’ve been using them with my Ninja Barista and they’ve been flawless. The flavor profile is exactly what you expect from Starbucks Blonde — smooth, lightly roasted, and just the right amount of sweetness without bitterness. It’s the kind of espresso that doesn’t overpower milk-based drinks but still holds its character in an iced latte or macchiato. The extraction is clean, the crema comes out golden, and the aroma fills the room like a café. It’s not as punchy as a dark roast, but that’s the charm — it’s mellow, approachable, and versatile. I’ve tried other pods for the Ninja setup, and these consistently taste fresher and smoother. Pros: • Perfectly balanced flavor — mild but flavorful • Works surprisingly well with the Ninja Barista system • Consistent extraction and good crema • Great value for the 50-count pack Cons: • Might be too light for people who prefer a strong, bitter espresso • Price fluctuates a bit Bottom Line: If you want a smooth, easy-drinking espresso that won’t overwhelm your morning latte, this is a reliable go-to. Not just for Nespresso users — my Ninja setup handles these like a pro.

Very light flavor, especially good with a little bit of white chocolate syrup. Not exactly the flavor I was looking for but not bad to drink on its own. If you’re looking for a Starbucks white chocolate mocha dupe, this is not the coffee. I had better luck with the grey pods

I seriously love these sooooo much. I worked at starbucks for a few years until recently, so I really miss my free partner beverages or even just the discount. Thank goodness I took my barista skills with me though. ;) I honestly don't care for most of the Nespresso brand pods I have tried, I also just hate paying for them too, probably because I just don't like the taste.. though these are the same price IT IS SO WORTH IT! IT'S SO DELICIOUS. I am seriously obsessed with these! Not to mention, I save money now that I don't spend $5 at Starbucks per day.. the price for 50 pods is equivalent to 6-7 drinks at starbucks. Depending how many shots of espresso you use per drink, this could be like 25-50 drinks!! I just have so many great things to say. Obviously, I HIGHLY recommend these! If anyone even really read this or cares enough to about how I make just a few of my drinks here it is: Iced Caramel Macchiato: I buy the starbucks macchiato creamer, the Ghirardelli caramel sauce (not as amazing as the starbucks caramel sauce but still delicious), milk or almond milk (I switch back and forth), and obviously these pods! I put some of the caramel sauce in at the bottom of the cup to make it sweet, add 2 shots of espresso to that and mix it so it melts the sauce, then just a small amount of the creamer, the rest with regular milk, and add the ice! ****I will put drizzle on top sometimes or even use a little skim milk & froth it with a hand held milk frother for cold foam, maybe a little salt with the foam for a little salted caramel vibe! Iced Mocha I use the Hershey's chocolate syrup, milk, espresso, and ice. I only put a little chocolate & add 2 shots of espresso to mix it, then add the milk and ice. I will taste it before the ice usually to see if I want more chocolate. Iced white mocha/ caramel white mocha: I used the starbucks white mocha creamer, milk, Ghirardelli caramel sauce, espresso, and ice. I usually just put a little white mocha creamer in the cup and add 2 shots of espresso/ I will put the caramel sauce at the bottom first, then espresso, then creamer IF I want the caramel white mocha. Then of course just the milk and ice. Also.. just super simple and not as sweet. I really like to drink a hot or iced latte with a little of the silk brand vanilla almond milk creamer & espresso. Of course this isn't super fancy or anything but it is very delicious! Hopefully someone actually reads my long book here and tries one of these ~copycat starbucks drinks~ I made up and loves it as much as I do. :)

My to-go coffee! Pretty good!!

These nespresso classic pods are fabulous. They are cost effective, and truly save me $100s each year on coffee shop stops. I brew 3 pods and mix in my sugar free syrup + ice, then add a protein shake on top and voilà! The flavor is on par with hitting the Starbucks drive-thru, and it’s accessible at home to make (even with a baby)! I highly recommend giving these a try!

Overall, I think this is a great value. It fits our Nespresso original machine perfectly. It comes out not too bitter and is incredibly mild with a decent crema. I do not think it has a lot of caffeine since I need a few to keep me awake. I would recommend this for someone who wants something more mild.

I have an "original" line Nespresso machine. Because of the high cost of the Nespresso capsules, I decided to try some other brands. My husband doesn't care for really intense varieties of coffee. So, I was also looking for something with less of a sharp, acid taste. I was curious about this particular type, but concerned that the "blonde" variety might not have much flavor. I also worried that, since it's not made by Nespresso, the quality wouldn't be as good. As it turns out, this was great tasting! It has a smooth, full-bodied, and rich taste with a medium intensity and mild sweetness. It also functions just as well as the Nespresso capsules do. Finally, we often use our regular size capsules with the "lungo" setting, which essentially makes a small cup of coffee, rather than an espresso. This Starbucks blonde capsule also lent itself very well for this purpose and was very flavorful. Of all the varieties and brands we have at our home, this is now our favorite.

Very happy with the nespresso pods! Packaging was top notch, no damage or anything and the right product was delivered! Finally a good product that was not damaged or wrong! Thank you

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Gostei muito.

One of the best I had so far

Beyond my expectation, keep it up