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All Nespresso coffees contain between 40 and 130 mg of caffeine. The amount of caffeine in a capsule depends on the varieties of coffee used in the recipe. The Robusta contains an average of 2.4% whereas the Arabica contain approximately 1.3% of caffeine. Decaffeinated capsules contain less than 0.1% of caffeine.
Kazaar, Master Origin India, World Explorations Cape Town Envivo Lungo and Barista Creations Corto have more than 100 mg caffeine per cup due to their high Robusta content.
Below are examples or average caffeine contents according to the type of coffee preparation (values are based on UK Food Standards Agency):
Cup of filter coffee: 80–200 mg
Mug of instant coffee: 40–100 mg
Tea cup: 25–110 mg
Standard cola drink: up to 50mg
Standard energy drink: 80 mg
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The amount of caffeine is different for each coffee and depends on three factors: the proportion of Robusta in the blend (Robusta contains twice as much caffeine as Arabica), and the quantity of ground coffee and water used to prepare the cup.
For Vertuo, the caffeine content varies depending on the cup size and coffee blend:
- Espresso (40ml): 70-150mg/cup
- Gran Lungo (150ml): 120-200mg/cup
- Mug (230ml) and Alto (414ml): 140-200mg/cup
- Half Caffeinato (230ml): 90mg/cup
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The Nespresso capsules contain 5 grams for the Espresso range and 7 grams for the Lungo range of fresh roast and ground coffee.
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It is perfectly normal for a few ml of water to spill into the used capsule holder and drip tray during cooking.
Nespresso has released a new version of software to reduce the risk of spillage into the drip tray. To update your machine, use the Nespresso Application. Follow the steps here. Once connected, your machine will perform the update within 48 hours.
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Slow, steady flashing:
The device is heating up. After about 25-40 seconds (depending on the type of appliance and the amount of water scale), this flash changes to a steady light. The appliance can then be used.
Fast and steady flashing (Essenza mini, Essenza Plus, Inissia, Pixie, Citiz):
The appliance is in descaling mode. To exit descaling mode, press and hold both buttons simultaneously for 5-6 seconds.
The appliance is overheated. Please allow to cool down, do not use for at least 30 minutes.All 9 buttons flash simultaneously (Atelier):
In this case, the appliance must be primed. This can happen when the appliance is first switched on or when the water in the tank runs out.
Lift the lever and insert the milk frother. Start brewing with any of the milk recipe buttons and the built-in priming unit will squeeze the remaining air out of the system.
Quick triple flash:
Indicates an electronic fault in the appliance. Please contact Nespresso Customer Service.
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