Capsul'in MYCNCCB100 100 Piece Fillable Espresso Tea and Coffee Compatible Pod, Black

I bought these for use with a Wacaco Nanopresso portable espresso machine with NS adapter because I was a) tired of the expense of buying Nespresso capsules, b) wanted to use my own coffee because I preferred the taste, and c) hoped I might have fewer "duds" than with the Nespresso capsules. Success on all fronts! Let me explain:The Nespresso capsule that I like the best is "Kazaar." Buying them directly from Nespresso costs 75¢ per capsule if I order more than $35 worth to qualify for free shipping. So, that makes the minimum order 50 capsules. I can purchase the same amount from Amazon with free Prime shipping for $38 currently. That makes the per-capsule price 76¢. If I buy a package of 100 Capsul'in capsules at $18.99 and fill them with 5 grams each of my favorite coffee (Supreme by Bustelo) at $5.29 for a 10 oz. (283g) can at my local grocery — that makes the per-capsule price 28.3¢. So, more than two and a half capsules of coffee that I really like for the price of one capsule of coffee that I don’t like all that much!Before purchasing these I had read of some dissatisfaction with refillable capsules, in general. Some claim that a refillable capsule cannot contain as much coffee as the machine-packed variety, such as Nespresso. Some state that it is a result of the decreased volume created by either a shorter capsule or the recessed area found in many refillable capsules (the volume of the recessed area in these capsules is miniscule). They further state that the espresso, as a result, is not as strong and/or doesn’t have the same amount of crema. Others state that if you use the right coffee, with the right grind, tamped the right amount — then there is no difference. I believe the latter to be true. I use Supreme by Bustelo, pre-ground for espresso, tamped as hard as I can. The result is strong, almost syrupy, espresso with excellent crema that is equivalent to what I get when using a Nespresso Kazaar capsule, but with a flavor that I prefer.I have used many different brands of capsules with my Nanopresso. In the USA there aren’t that many available, but Europe has a huge variety. The Nanopresso sometimes has problems with those made of plastic, because of the thickness of the plastic on the bottom of the capsule. The force required to pierce it can distort the capsule. This could be a problem on some electric machines as well. I was apprehensive about these capsules for that reason. But, they have a recessed area for the capsule-piercing blades that is the perfect depth and diameter. The Capsul’in capsules drop into the capsule holder on the Nanopresso perfectly and fit flush with no force. Instead of relying on the blades to pierce the capsule, the bottom of the capsule has multiple fine perforations to allow for the passage of water into the capsule.The problem with the occasional “dud” Nespresso capsule (and other brands, also) may be something that is unique to use with the Nanopresso machine, which is hand-powered. It may not apply to a typical electric machine. What happens sometimes is that almost the entire foil cap gets blown off and sends grounds into the cup. I believe this happens because the pressure is applied in large “bumps” with each stroke of the piston, rather than steadily increasing, like with an electric machine. The foil cap resists the pressure until the crucial stroke, when it ruptures in one piece rather than many small tears, as it is designed to do. The Capsul'in capsules use a thinner foil than what is present on a Nespresso capsule, so it tears more easily. This, in practice, results in many fewer “duds” than most other non-refillable capsules. But, I have read that the foil’s resistance to bursting is how pressure is created in the typical electric machine. So, foil that is easier to tear might mean that the ideal pressure is not reached. However, this is not a problem with the Nanopresso, which contains a small valve that won’t allow water to pass until the ideal pressure is reached. Maybe some (most?) electric machines have that same arrangement.The disadvantages of this specific kit are: Tamper/capsule holder tool should be two pieces rather than one piece. It is very difficult to remove the capsule full of loose coffee from the holder without spilling some. After tamping, there is room for more coffee in the capsule without an easy way to add it. If holder was redesigned and tamper separated – you could scoop, then tamp, then scoop again, tamp again, then seal and remove from holder without any spillage. The tamper end of the tool could be better also. It has rounded edges that allow coffee to creep up the sides of the capsule when tamping very firmly. Sharp edges and a precise fit would prevent this. Minus one-star only for these reasons. There are kits available separately that make refilling easier.The downsides of these capsules that apply to all refillable capsules: It is time-consuming. It can be messy. It requires some dexterity. Any capsules that are not completely sealed, which applies to these and ALL metal capsules, have to be kept protected from moisture and humidity, or the coffee inside will be ruined. Even if kept dry, the exposure to air through the perforations in the bottom will make them go stale much more quickly than a fully-sealed capsule. I suppose you could make large batches and store them in vacuum seal bags.Lastly, some who are familiar with the Nanopresso machine might be thinking, "Why go to the trouble of packing your own capsules when you can just use loose coffee?" I am an international cargo airline pilot who routinely flies 10 and 12 hour sectors. I have tried using loose coffee, but find that loading the basket and subsequent cleanup is just too messy and difficult in the cramped quarters of the airplane's galley and/or lavatory. Tossing a capsule in the trash is much quicker and easier in that situation and is worth the time/trouble that it takes to fill the capsules at home.

After reading various reviews, I was skeptical to no end about this product. It took me months after actually buying it before I even got the nerve to try the do it yourself capsules out. I only bought this product because I refused to pay up to $29 for 10 capsules to get the novelty flavors that are now sold out, as well as I found only a few of the coffees strong enough for my liking.First, it is no where near as hard to do as some write - I don't understand their negativity. I filled 80 with 8 different varieties of coffee and it took about 45 mins because I was initially timid about the whole thing. Second, the grind of the coffee and the exact amount in each capsule aren't as big an issue as some write unless you are ridiculously picky about your coffee, in which case - stick to Nespresso club orders online.I went to a gourmet coffee shop and got chocolate, red velvet, tiramisu, cranberry vanilla cream, coconut, macadamia, and my favorite espresso, Illy from Italy. I had all flavors ground to espresso grind but a couple seemed choppy so I used a mini grinder here to get them finer. I mixed a small amount of Illy espresso into each flavor batch because I like my lattes to have a bit more strength - lol.Then I got my small espresso spoons, spooned coffee into the capsules and packed it down very well. You know it's well packed if the capsule falls over and nothing spills out!! There is a small packing spoon within the package to press coffee into the capsule but I found it was better to fill the capsule to the very top and pack then with the spoon because that creates the same look at Nespresso capsules when it comes time for the machine to perforate.Yes, all are right about this next step, make sure there is no coffee on the rim of the capsule - this step isn't that hard, the coffee is very fine and dusts away with a mild touch. I had a couple where I wan't as careful and a crumb or two were closed down on them but that didn't seem to matter in the end. I didn't like the enclosed sealing tool because it was a pain to take off the capsule - I found carefully lying the foil onto the capsule myself and sealing manually much more efficient and better control of the seal.No one wrote about this next problem so I will - when you store the now sealed capsules, store them carefully. I put all of one flavor into a zip lock for freshness but the edges of some capsules did press onto the sealed caps of others and nearly ripped them. They are a bit more delicate then normal Nespresso capsules.So I finally, hours after finishing, made my first beverage in my machine - a new machine that can make tall beverages like lattes and cappuccinos using fresh milk. The capsule perforated just fine, no problems even though it one of my earliest attempts at making own capsules and the Tiramisu latte was PERFECT :)As to savings, I required approx $1.10 of gourmet coffee to make 10 capsules instead of the $7.00+ shipping from Nespresso and I could adjust the strength to suit my taste (I find many a bit too mild, as mentioned before). I love this product and wish I had not waited so long to use it. My daughter use Capsul'in to make a tea and found it required perforating before putting it in the machine due to the difficulty to pack tea in firmly but she was happy too. All around, I am pleased with this product and will definitely buy again once I start to run low because I am well stocked now!!

Die Kapseln sind zu den Originalen kürzer dadurch gehr sehr viel Wasser nicht durch die Kapseln, auch der Mahlgrad ist schwierig hin zu bekommen ebenso die Kaffee Menge

A me piace provare nuove miscele di caffè e, per quanto l'offerta delle compatibili sia vasta, la gran maggioranza delle miscele, specialmente quelle artigianali, non hanno una versione in capsula.Stranamente ci sono in commercio 1000 modelli di capsule ricaricabili che non funzionano: ormai avevo perso le speranze. Da quanto ho sperimentato, il problema è che nessuna capsula riutilizzabile (comprese quelle con le guarnizioni) chiude bene, servono per forza queste usa e getta con l'adesivo. Adesivo che naturalmente è solo sul margine e va tutto sul bordo della capsula, non nel caffè! :)Già ma come regolarsi con la quantità?Il modo peggiore è riempire 10-20-50 capsule di fila, senza fare i caffè di prova. Peggio ancora se riempite di fretta. Ci vuole pazienza! Da ex fumatore: è un po' come rollarsi la sigaretta. Le prime vengono male, poi si inizia a capire la giusta quantità di tabacco, quanta pressione fare, etc.Il modo migliore è sperimentare, un caffè alla volta, quantità differenti della miscela preferita, più o meno pressata.Un metodo che va bene per gran parte delle miscele per espresso (ripeto: per espresso) c'è. E vi consiglio di provarlo, perché è velocissimo.Riempite la capsula oltre l'orlo, praticamente con la "montagnola" che esce fuori.Nel pacchetto trovate un cucchiaio di plastica con 2 versi. Quello tappato serve a far da pressino nella capsula, l'altro verso serve a sigillarla. Usate il pressino per tirar giù la montagnola.Adesso col dito pulite il bordo dai residui di caffè e piazzate lentamente l'adesivo. Quindi riprendete il cucchiaio e mettete la capsula nella parte col foro, spingendo un po' per far aderire bene l'adesivo.Fatto?Buon caffè! :)(ps. Se il caffè non esce o fa fatica: non è la miscela da espresso. Se viene acquoso: l'adesivo è stato messo male o non c'era la montagnola!)

Me faltaba parte del producto. No lo recomiendo.

amazing capsules! quality and ease of use! i was worried of the many bad reviews reading for other systems but i was desperate to have my favorite coffee using my nespresso creatista plus machine! i thought initially i was taking a risk but turn out to be a successs! there are few occasions were the capsule does not allow water flow but are probably those cases that i overload it with coffee in excess of the double line indicated inside the capsule. most certainly i ll buy again! make sure your coffee is properly grounded to espresso and all would be fine!

Les capsules sont bien compatibles. Pas de problème pour coller l'opercule non plus.Cependant, le gros problème c'est que la capsule nest pas perforée à l'arrière par la machine comme toutes capsules achetées dans le commerce. Elle présente plein de petites petits trous comme un filtre que l'on voit très bien sur la photo. Résultat la pression n'est pas suffisante et le meilleur des café aura un vrai goût de flotte.Je m'en sors un peu en pressant un maximum de café possible dans la capsule et en faisant un café très «ristreto».