Espresso Capsules

[Dante]

So, I checked prices at a Nespresso boutique in Paris yesterday.
They're roughly 42% cheaper in Paris than in the US.

I buy 100 capsules/month ($70) for the wife. I tried Gourmesso, Highline, and some other brands, but none are as good as Nespresso.

If I were to get 1000 capsules ($400 US) shipped, how much is customs going to charge me? Do they even bother?

 

[niehlin2]

This is stated on cbp website for people bringing in. But I don't know how much tax will be charged if shipped.

"If you are returning from countries other than the Caribbean countries or U.S. insular possession you are entitled to an $800 duty-free exemption and the next $1,000 worth of the goods you purchased is subject to a flat rate of 3%. If the value exceeds $1,800, the remaining duty will be determined based on duty rates in the harmonized tariff schedule, which are generally between 0-10% (except for clothing and textiles, which can be much higher, up to 25%)."

 

[VRHunter]

50 Nespresso capsules for $15 by creating a new Nesspresso account and getting a $20 credit.
Order went through for me. We'll see whether they'll fulfill and how scalable this is.

https://www.fatwallet.com/forums/hot-deals/1494649/

 

[NickinSanDiego]

50 Nespresso capsules for $15 by creating a new Nesspresso account and getting a $20 credit.
Order went through for me. We'll see whether they'll fulfill and how scalable this is.

https://www.fatwallet.com/forums/hot-deals/1494649/

Thanks. Got a few orders in. Wife will be pleased.

 

[niehlin2]

Thanks @VRHunter. You rock! I was in Paris 2 weeks ago but didn't have time to get the capsules. Placed 6 orders this morning.

 

[Dante]

My first order was the 50 capsule Mother’s Day Selection for $15.20, this deal is fantastic!

Update: made 3 additional 50 capsule purchases for a total of 200 capsules for $60 dollars.

 

[VRHunter]

My first order shipped but subsequent orders are pending.
I've got a feeling they're not allowing multiple $15 orders to the same name/address with different email addresses.

 

[Jamie]

I'm so glad I stumbled on this. There are quite a few people in my life without Nespresso machines. Why shouldn't they have their own acct?

 

[niehlin2]

My first order shipped but subsequent orders are pending.
I've got a feeling they're not allowing multiple $15 orders to the same name/address with different email addresses.

Same here. I ordered 2 for husband, daughter, and me. Received one shipment for each of us.

 

[Dante]

Same here. I ordered 2 for husband, daughter, and me. Received one shipment for each of us.

...none for the dogs???

 

[niehlin2]

That's a great idea. But they no longer live with us and not sure if they will like coffee any way.

 

[Dante]

That's a great idea. But they no longer live with us and not sure if they will like coffee any way.

they're cute!

 

[Andy]

This is why I follow the forums! Thank you for this!

 

[VRHunter]

Free chocolate [40 little squares] with your order of 7 Nespresso sleeves: Use code MILK or DARK
Order online or over the phone. Expires 11:59PM PST November 21, 2016

 

[VRHunter]

Free Aeroccino Plus frother with 300+ OrignalLine capsules with code MILK1 (or 220+ VertuoLine capsules with code MILK2).

Although these retail for $99 they sell on Amazon for ~$60.
I have one and I've been mostly happy with it in terms of the results it delivers, although it busted due to electrical problems about 12 months in (and they replaced it under warranty).
I'm considering taking advantage of this offer for a backup unit. Or could be useful for gift giving or resale if you're into that.

One question: I see they have an Aeroccino4 that's dishwasher safe, has a single stirrer (rather than one you swap out for steam vs froth on the Aeroccino Plus), and looks like higher capacity (the Aeroccino Plus tends to be prone to overflowing in my experience.

Does anyone have experience with the Aeroccino4 vs the Aeroccino Plus to say whether the newer model is better?

 

[SJCRussell]

The work around I've found for this is to microwave your milk in advance for up to a minute to partly heat it up before using the frother. This way there is slightly less frothing and thus no overflow.
"the Aeroccino Plus tends to be prone to overflowing in my experience".

 

[VRHunter]

On a recent trip back to Paris they enforced a 300 capsule limit for those without a Nespresso club membership tied to a French address.
That's about as much as I want to stuff in my luggage so not a big deal, but still...

Here's an active deal if you're up for creating new accounts:
https://www.fatwallet.com/forums/hot-deals/1567339

In my past experience same name at a given address can be problematic, but we'll see...

 

[SJCRussell]

I did the same at Xmas, but in the UK with the pound at under 1.3 $/£ worked out at about 034c each

 

[heavenlyjane]

Wow, I'll be in Paris in two days. I'd be happy if I can find the Nespresso Cuba limited edition pods that is no longer being in the US.

 

[Dangaroo]

Mother's Day $20 off $35 order is here. Gets cost down to $0.439 per capsule shipped if buying $35 worth.

 

[heavenlyjane]

Mother's Day $20 off $35 order is here. Gets cost down to $0.439 per capsule shipped if buying $35 worth.

Does this Mother's Day deal require a promo code? Are you talking about Nespresso.com?

 

[Dangaroo]

Does this Mother's Day deal require a promo code? Are you talking about Nespresso.com?

No promo code, and it is Nespresso.com. You might need to click on the banner at the top, not sure. But definitely didn't need to put in any code. However, it will only work for a new account. So time to create a new account

 

[Dante]

Filled a large duffle bag in Paris with 7 boxes of 20 sleeves of 10 capsules on black Friday with a 20% discount for €392. I figure a savings of over 50% over regular US prices.

( €35¢ × 1400 ) × 80 = €392 × 1.18 = 462.56 USD in Paris

$76¢ × 1400 = $1,064 in the US

I hope this lasts a little while...

 

[heavenlyjane]

I too have filled my suitcase with off-brand Nespresso-compatible pods while in Paris. But you can do the same thing here in the US at Amazon.com. Example: www.amazon.com/Nespresso-Compatible-Gourmet-Coffee-Capsules/dp/B01EIA2YXI/ref=sr_1_10_s_it gives you 120 pods for the same price at 50 Nespresso pods.

 

[SJCRussell]

I'm impressed they let you buy that many, as they seem to want to limit you assuming you are a reseller, or something.

Filled a large duffle bag in Paris with 7 boxes of 20 sleeves of 10 capsules on black Friday with a 20% discount for €392. I figure a savings of over 50% over regular US prices.

( €35¢ × 1400 ) × 80 = €392 × 1.18 = 462.56 USD in Paris

$76¢ × 1400 = $1,064 in the US

I hope this lasts a little while...

 

[heavenlyjane]

I probably bought that much from various supermarkets. However I was focusing on off-brand but compatible. I bought as much as I had room for in my luggage.

 

[ChrisM]

I've tried a few brands from Amazon to try and cut down on cost and have been reasonably happy with Bestpresso for what it's worth

 

[VRHunter]

2 free sleeves of Nespresso when you buy 8.
I used different email, same address as existing account (s) for one order on this offer.

For New Members Only. To redeem, use code NEWCOFFEE for Vertuo – OR – NEWESPRESSO for Original.

**For a limited time, receive 2 complimentary select Nespresso® sleeves of coffee when you (i) buy 8 Nespresso® OriginalLine coffee sleeves or 8 Nespresso® VertuoLine coffee sleeves and (ii) register for a new Nespresso® Club Member account (Such purchasers of 8 Nespresso® OriginalLine coffee sleeves will receive 1 Nespresso® OriginalLine coffee sleeve of Arpeggio and 1 Nespresso® OriginalLine coffee sleeve of Caramelito. Such purchasers of 8 Nespresso® VertuoLine coffee sleeves will receive 1 Nespresso® VertuoLine coffee sleeve of Intenso and 1 Nespresso® VertuoLine coffee sleeve of Diavolitto) (the “Offer”). Offer valid on qualifying purchases made between November 22, 2017 through January 15, 2018 by 11:59pm PST (the “Offer Period”). Offer is valid only on one (1) qualifying purchase per household during the Offer Period. Available only for New Customers registering as a Nespresso Club Member. Offer valid in the U.S. only.

On qualifying internet orders, please enter Offer code NEWESPRESSO for Nespresso® OriginalLine and NEWCOFFEE for Nespresso® VertuoLine at checkout to receive the Offer. On qualifying phone and participating Nespresso® Boutique orders, please provide the Coffee Specialist with the Offer code NEWESPRESSO for Nespresso® OriginalLine and NEWCOFFEE for Nespresso® VertuoLine to enter with your order to receive the Offer.

Offer will be applied at checkout. Customer will be responsible for any applicable taxes and shipping charges. Offer is not valid towards sleeves of coffee previously purchased and/or exchanged. The Offer can only be used at www.nespresso.com, Nespresso® boutiques, and on Nespresso® telephone orders by calling toll free at 1-877-964-6299. Offer only available for new customers registering as new Club Members. Offer cannot be combined with any other Nespresso® discounts or promotions. Void where prohibited or restricted. This offer may not be published without Nespresso® permission. Fraudulent or duplicate requests are void and will not be fulfilled. Offer cannot be applied towards Nespresso® Business Solutions accounts or products. Offer cannot be redeemed or exchanged for cash. This is a Nespresso® offer and is not valid for Nestlé employees or already discounted partners. Nespresso® is a registered trademark of Société des Produits Nestlé S.A., Vevey, Switzerland.

 

[VRHunter]

Buy 8+ sleeves, get 2 free. Good once per account.

To redeem, use code DECEMBER17 for Vertuo –or– SLEEVE17 for Original.

Offer ends on December 14, 2017, 11:59PM PT, while supplies last.
On purchase of 8+ sleeves (80+ capsules) of Vertuo coffee, receive one free sleeve (10 capsules) of Stormio coffee and one free sleeve (10 capsules) of Giornio coffee.
On purchase of 8+ sleeves (80+ capsules) of Original coffee, receive one free sleeve (10 capsules) of Roma coffee and one free sleeve (10 capsules) of Ristretto coffee

Offer not valid on purchases made using Nespresso® Business Solutions accounts or at other Nespresso® retail locations. Redeemable only one time per Club Member. Cannot be combined with any other promotion unless specifically mentioned. Offer not transferable. Offer cannot be applied as a credit and is not valid on prior purchases. Club Member must pay applicable sales tax. Offer not available to Nestlé employees or employees of already discounted partners. No cash value. Void where prohibited or otherwise restricted.

 

[Dante]

Saved 42% on Arpeggio capsules

€35¢ × 500 = €175 × 1.16 = 203 USD in Marseille

$70¢ × 500 = $350 in the US

 

[VRHunter]

Today only: Buy 8 sleeves, get 2 free with code FOLIAGE

*For a limited time, on your purchase of 8+ sleeves (80+ capsules) of Original coffee, receive one free sleeve (10 capsules) of Roma coffee and one free sleeve (10 capsules) of Arpeggio coffee through September 21, 2018, 11:59PM PT ("the Offer period"), while supplies last. Offer valid in the U.S. only.

 

[SJCRussell]

Saw the link in my email that there was a new post in this thread, clicked-through and my first thought was "Wow, Vanilla Reloads, that takes me back"!

 

[Mountainmanduy]

The big tease..

 

[dockers]

I didn't look into it long enough to figure out if it could scale, but some of the Nespresso limited time offer pods can be resold on eBay a year or two after they're discontinued for a not terribly bad markup.

Blows my mind that people will buy years old coffee at a premium.

 

[Dante]

Filled a large duffle bag in Paris with 7 boxes of 20 sleeves of 10 capsules on black Friday with a 20% discount for $456.62, minus $12.27 VAT refund = $444.35

$444.35 / 1400 = $0.317 per capsule