Bristot 100% Arabica Espresso Capsules – Compatible with Lavazza Blue* Machines – Smooth & Aromatic – Notes of Chocolate & Biscuits – 50 Count

A lot of people complain that there is not enough capsule variety available for the Lavazza BLUE system. On one hand this is true, but it's also true that the Lavazza varieties that are available are incredibly good. The Lavazza BLUE capsules make some amazing espresso (for a capsule). That said, I saw these Bristot BLUE compatible capsules and I immediately placed an order.Bristot is a great Italian espresso brand and I was excited to be able to get Bristot capsules for my Lavazza BLUE machine. At 60¢ each these are not cheap but not out of line for what you are getting. Bristot puts really high quality coffee inside these. My capsules had a great "best before date" as well, 30 Sep 2022.My own tasting notes: It formed a nice thick crema that lingered. This 100% Arabica blend has a sweet and enticing aroma, and from the first sip no bitterness at all. I taste a little fruit and cocoa. Bristot describes spicy notes but I don’t get spicy. I didn't find it overly acidic as I do some Arabica. I pulled a lungo from this capsule and it still had a lot of body, in fact it was a little chewy which I like. There were absolutely no grounds left in the cup so it's all good there. The flavor is very different from any other Lavazza BLUE capsule I've had and that's exactly what I had hoped for, something different. The flavor is wonderful. This is my new favorite capsule for my Lavazza BLUE espresso machine. I will definitely buy these again, hopefully on sale.* Update 6/23/2021: In my previous update (now deleted) I took a star for the coffee being too acidic, but I now realize I was trying to get too much out of this 8.5g capsule. I was over-extracting, my mistake. This is a really great capsule after all, but don't try to extend it to make a lungo or it will over-extract and not taste so good. If you stick to pulling a single shot you'll probably end up agreeing with me that this is indeed a great capsule. Smooth, rich, complex and delicious.

Good price (competitive at least) and decent flavor (after all - it’s decaf!) but all the pods in the box are bulging which causes them to get stuck in the machine. I have to pop the seal with a pin to let the air out. Then they’re good to go.

Took a shot on these based on reviews since I didn’t want to buy a full 100 decaf capsules of lavazza. Pleasantly surprised, I’d say the taste is on par easily. Only thing is initially the volume dispensed was higher than the lavazza capsules so I had to manually stop the machine (hit the button). Was fine thereafter and no issues going back and forth between capsules since.

I bought this since I didn’t want to buy 100 capsules and it had good reviews. The price was right and so I took a chance. I’ve got to say the taste is really really good! I think I like it better than the Lavazza brands. Smooth and velvety, since your only buying 50 and not committing to 100 capsules it allows me to switch it up and try different styles more often. As long as it remains such a good value I’ll try the other types too. Get some!

One of the best Blue capsules not from LaVazza! Very smooth no bitterness! Wish they had a Kona blend 🙏🏻

I wanted a cappuccino for after dinner, but was a little leery of decaf after having the wonderful lavazza pods. There’s no way I can drink caffeine that late in the day, so decided to try these. What a pleasant surprise! I truly couldn’t tell they were decaf with the rich flavor.

I really liked this coffee!! It is good value, very smooth and has a lovely crema when brewed.It works with my Lavazza expert. The pods are fulled with just a fraction more air than the Lavazza so most of the time needs a little push to drop it in but it otherwise fits perfectly and brews a lovely cup. It is strong without the bitterness and I will buy again. Price point is good too.

Decent flavor at affordable price