What is a Pod or Capsule Machine?

A pod machine, a.k.a. capsule coffee machine, brews single servings of espresso or coffee using pre-measured coffee capsules. Pop in a capsule, press a button, and enjoy a fresh cup in seconds. 

Simply put, it's a no-fuss and convenient way to enjoy your favourite Artisan coffee character.

What You’ll Need to Use a Pod Machine

Using a pod machine is remarkably easy - the machine does all the hard work. All you'll need are high-quality coffee capsules, like our award-winning collection, fresh water (filtered, preferably for the cleanest taste), a mug, and of course, the pod machine itself.

How to Make Coffee with a Pod Machine

To make coffee, start by filling your machine with fresh, cold water. Wondering how much water you need for your coffee pods? The amount of water varies, but typically ranges from 40ml (for an espresso) to 110ml (for a longer shot) dependent on your desired caffeine craving. 

Next, turn the machine on and wait for it to heat up. Once heated, open the pod compartment and insert a coffee capsule. Close the lid, press the brew button, and your coffee will be ready in seconds. It's just that easy.

The Best Pods for Nespresso Machines

Each of our Nespresso® Original compatible coffee capsules preserves the distinct flavour notes of our signature characters, including the best-selling dark roast, The Big Shot to the harmonious, chocolatey flavours of The Dreamer.

And that's not all - our unique optimisation process, Aromax50™, enables us to preserve essential aroma molecules, keeping your coffee when portioned and packaged to maintain its optimal state until brewed.. 

Plus, our pods are completely recyclable with Podback, a revolutionary pod recycling service in the UK, that gives new life to your empty capsules. Click here to find out more.

What Pod Machine Should I Use?

At Artisan Coffee, we design our coffee capsules to be compatible with most of the machines on the market, including Nespresso® Original.

However, one of our favourite pod coffee machines for home use is the Morning Pod Machine. A revolution in home brewing, the Morning Pod Machine utilises its state-of-the-art technology to brew the ultimate cup.

Featuring a TDS meter, professionally developed pressure profiles, an in-built digital scale and advanced data collection, it's no wonder why it's one of the best machines on the market.

 Discover more about the Morning Pod Machine here.

Pod Machine Top Tips for Beginners

Ready to embrace the wonders of coffee pods?  Discover our expert tips for getting the best results from your machine - meaning you can enjoy barista-quality coffee from the comfort of your own home. 

1) Shake the pod before use to help release the coffee for an even saturation of water.

2) Use filtered water for better taste and enhance the overall quality of your brew.

3) Clean your machine regularly: descale it and remove coffee grounds from the pod chamber. As best practice, we recommend cleaning your pod machine every few months.

4) Always release the pod from the chamber after each use.

5) Preheat your mug for a warm, piping-hot brew. Or get the ice ready, if you're in the mood for something cooler!

And for a step-by-step guide for using a pod coffee machine, don't forget check out our expert brew guide. 

Are you ready to put your new-found knowledge to the test? Turn the machine on and brew the ultimate cup with our award-winning speciality coffee pod collection, including our seven chef-crafted coffee characters.