I love my Nespresso Vertuo Next, but those pods add up fast if you drink coffee every day. This is how I save money without giving up on good coffee. I use reusable virtual pods with my favorite ground coffee and a few simple tools to keep it easy an...
Sections
3
My Nespresso Vertuo Setup (Machine + Pods I Use)
Extras That Make My Coffee Routine Better
Coffee Add-Ins I’m Loving
My Nespresso Vertuo Setup (Machine + Pods I Use)
I use this every single day. I love the convenience and taste, but the pods get expensive fast, that's why I pair it with reusable Vertuo pods to save money without giving it up.
Nespresso Vertuo Next Coffee & Espresso Maker
Splurge option: This is the Vertuo set up I use. It's definitely more expensive upfront, which is why I refill my pods to save money long term. If you drink coffee daily, this combo pays of fast.
Nespresso Vertuo Next Coffee & Espresso Maker
Game changer for saving money. I refill with my own coffee instead of buying pods every time. (From all the different gadgets this one is the one the works the best)
NESSUS Vertuo Reusable Pods Kit, 100 Lids
Makes the reusable pods work perfectly with the Vertuo. DO NOT THROW AWAY YOUR PODS RE-USE THEM!!!
Nessus 100 PCS Aluminum Foil Lids for Vertuo Pods
This is what I use to grind whole beans for my refillable pods. Nothing fancy but its fast, easy, and it gets the job done. A great budget option if you want fresher coffee without buying pre ground or expensive pods.
Amazon Basics Fast Electric Coffee & Spice Grinder
This is the coffee I actually use in my refillable pods. (I just ask to get it Espresso grind).
Starbucks®
Extras That Make My Coffee Routine Better
These are purely for convenience and esthetics, but I love having my syrups decanted instead of dealing with sticky bottles. Makes my coffee setup feel more put together and easier to use daily.
16.9 oz Coffee Syrup Dispenser Set - 4 Glass Bottles with Gold Pumpers & Labels
This fit my syrup bottles perfectly and make it at-home coffee feel like a coffee shop. One pump, no mess, and my drinks are consistent every time.
6 Pack Gold Coffee Syrup Pump for 750ml Bottles
A little bit of a splurge, but I love these glass mugs. They make my coffee feel like a coffee shop moment at home and just look so pretty.
Libbey Kona Glass Coffee Mug - 16 oz, Set of 6
I love using clear espresso cups like this. They make coffee drinks look beautiful and keep the espresso warm.
Espresso Cups Set of 4, Double Wall 5oz Glass
Quick foam at home - no coffee shop needed.
Handheld Battery Milk Frother, Silver
Makes measuring ground coffee for reusable Nespresso pods quick and consistent.
2 Pcs Stainless Steel Coffee Measuring Spoons
Great for measuring espresso shots when making lattes or iced coffee.
Espresso Measuring Cup 6oz with Wood Handle
This is what I use to store my ground coffee simple, affordable, and I prefer glass over plastic for full storage.
Pyrex 6-cup Rectangular Glass Food Storage Container with Blue Lid
Perfect for iced coffee. I like using trays like this, so my drinks stay cold without getting watered down.
WIBIMEN Round Ice Cube Tray with Lid - 2 Pack
Space-saving + coffee bar upgrade. This keeps all my Vertuo pods visible, organized, and off the counter. Such a simple upgrade but it makes my whole coffee setup feel more put together.
FlagShip 3-Tier Nespresso Vertuo Pod Holder
Coffee Add-Ins I’m Loving
I’ve been loving this one lately — it gives my coffee a horchata vibe without needing extra syrups.
Starbucks Creamer Oat Horchata Coffee Creamer - 28 fl oz
If you like brown sugar espresso drinks, this is such an easy way to get that flavor at home.
Starbucks® Brown Sugar Shaken Espresso Inspired Creamer