Capsule Lavazza Compatible With Nespresso* Original Machines
Tales of Roma
Intensity 10/13
$9.50 $7.13 $0.71/capsule
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Intensity 10/13
$9.50 $7.13 $0.71/capsule
Intensity 12/13
$9.50 $7.13 $0.71/capsule
Intensity 10/13
$9.50 $7.13 $0.71/capsule
Intensity 8/13
$9.50 $7.13 $0.71/capsule
Intensity 13/13
$9.50 $7.13 $0.71/capsule
Intensity 7/13
$9.50 $7.13 $0.71/capsule
Intensity 12/13
$9.50 $7.13 $0.71/capsule
Intensity 10/13
$21.00 $15.75 $0.52/capsule
Intensity 12/13
$21.00 $15.75 $0.52/capsule
Intensity 11/13
$21.00 $15.75 $0.52/capsule
Intensity 9/13
$9.50 $7.13 $0.71/capsule
The right coffee depends on two things: the machine on your benchtop and the cup you reach for each morning. Beans ground at home, a moka pot on the stove, a capsule machine at the touch of a button, each one asks for a different blend, and that choice shapes the result more than anything else. Lavazza covers all three formats, with Arabica and Robusta varieties roasted for espresso, for filter, and for everything in between.
Each format reflects a different relationship with preparation. Whole beans hand you control over the grind, so a single bag can move from a fine espresso to a coarser filter setting from one day to the next. Ground coffee is ready for the moka pot or the espresso machine with no extra equipment, and comes in sizes from 250 grams up to a kilo for households that drink at a steady pace. Capsules supply a measured dose for single-serve machines, with Lavazza A Modo Mio and Nespresso*-compatible options covering the two main systems. Nespresso* is a registered trademark of Société des Produits Nestlé S.A.
The intensity scale points to body and aromatic strength, not to quality. Lower numbers lean towards delicate, floral notes; higher ratings bring out pronounced cocoa, spice, and woody undertones. Arabica adds floral and fruity character with a lighter body, while Robusta brings structure, a thicker crema, and deeper roasted notes. Neither one outranks the other, since the choice rests entirely on what you like in the cup.
For anyone grinding at home, Qualità Rossa Beans draws Arabica and Robusta into a balanced profile with chocolate notes that suits both espresso and moka. Qualità Oro Beans is a 100% Arabica selection of six varieties from Central and South America, sweeter and more complex, with floral and fruity undertones. Built specifically for espresso machines, Espresso Barista Intenso Beans carries cocoa and woody notes and a body pronounced enough to hold its own with milk.
When the moka pot is the daily ritual, Qualità Oro Ground Coffee brings that same six-Arabica blend in a grind calibrated for filter and moka. Qualità Rossa Ground Coffee pours a full-bodied, approachable cup with chocolate notes, and works in espresso machines too. Espresso Barista Intenso Ground keeps the cocoa and woody character of its whole-bean version, ready for the moka with no grinder in sight.
For single-serve ease, A Modo Mio Passionale Capsules rest on a 100% Arabica blend with dark-roast chocolate notes. The A Modo Mio system runs from delicate 100% Arabica profiles through to bolder Arabica and Robusta blends, spanning a range of intensities. Lavazza also makes capsules compatible with Nespresso* Original machines, carrying the same blend expertise across to that system.
Tales of Italy brings the espresso traditions of Naples and Rome into blends roasted locally in Australia. Available in whole beans, ground coffee and capsules, the range covers every format on this page. Napoli delivers dark chocolate and intense character; Roma brings hazelnut and dried fruit notes in a smoother profile.
Arabica is known for floral and fruity character, a lighter body, and lower caffeine. Robusta brings structure, a thicker crema, and deeper roasted notes with a more vigorous profile. Most Lavazza blends combine the two to balance aroma and body, while some, such as Qualità Oro, stay 100% Arabica for a sweeter, more aromatic cup.
Whole beans suit anyone with a grinder or a bean-to-cup machine, since they let you adjust the grind to your specific equipment. Ground coffee labelled for espresso works in traditional espresso machines with no separate grinder. Capsules are made for single-serve systems like A Modo Mio and Nespresso*-compatible machines.
Yes, provided you have a grinder. A medium grind, a touch coarser than espresso, works well for the moka pot. Several Lavazza blends are listed as suitable for both espresso and moka, which gives you room to move between brewing methods.
Lavazza offers a dedicated range of capsules compatible with Nespresso* Original machines, alongside the A Modo Mio system made for Lavazza's own machines. Each capsule type is engineered for its specific system, so it is worth checking the product description before buying.
Lavazza's decaffeinated range has a reduced caffeine content rather than none at all. The decaffeination process strips out most of the caffeine while keeping the flavour profile of the blend intact. Decaf options run across beans, ground, and capsule formats.
An airtight container in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight keeps the aromatic qualities at their best. Refrigeration is not recommended, since moisture and temperature swings can affect the essential oils in beans and ground coffee alike.
*Lavazza is not affiliated with, endorsed or sponsored by Nespresso