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How much caffeine is in a decaf Nespresso pod?

6 min read
Despite the name, decaffeinated coffee is never 100% caffeine-free. Nespresso ensures that its decaf capsules meet strict legal standards for minimal caffeine content, with Original pods containing 2-4mg and Vertuo pods containing 4-12mg per cup, significantly less than their regular counterparts.

Do Flavored Coffee Pods Have Sugar?

4 min read
According to major coffee manufacturers like Keurig and Nespresso, most standard flavored coffee pods contain no added sugar. This is often a misconception among consumers who assume the sweet taste comes from added sugar, when it's actually derived from flavor oils and extracts infused into the coffee grounds.

Do Starbucks Coffee Pods Have Milk in Them?

6 min read
Most Starbucks-branded coffee pods designed for Nespresso and K-Cup systems contain only 100% ground coffee and are dairy-free. However, specific milky beverage pods, such as lattes and cappuccinos designed for Nescafé Dolce Gusto machines, come with separate, milk-containing pods.

Do coffee pods actually have caffeine? The definitive answer for your daily brew

4 min read
According to the Center for Science in the Public Interest, an average 8-ounce cup of coffee contains approximately 90-100mg of caffeine, but the convenience of coffee pods has many wondering how their single-serve brews measure up. The answer is a resounding yes: coffee pods do contain caffeine, though the exact amount can differ based on several key factors.

How much caffeine is in an espresso shot pod?

5 min read
According to manufacturers like Nespresso, a single standard espresso shot pod from their Original line contains approximately 50 to 70 milligrams of caffeine. However, the exact amount can vary significantly based on the pod system, the specific coffee blend, and the ratio of Arabica to Robusta beans used in the capsule.