If you’re on the hunt for espresso coffee capsules that go beyond the norm, you’re not alone. Many supermarket coffee pods are roasted dark, packed with commodity-grade beans and often prioritise convenience over quality. But if you’re craving a better-tasting, more ethical alternative, it’s time to reconsider what goes into your capsule.
At Horsham Coffee Roaster, we take a specialty coffee approach to our Nespresso-compatible pods, focusing on flavour, freshness and traceability. Here’s what makes our Workhorse Blend espresso coffee capsules a cut above the rest – and what to look out for if you’re serious about great coffee.
1. Specialty Coffee Over Commodity Coffee
Many coffee capsules on the market are made with commodity-grade beans. These coffees are often roasted dark to mask inconsistencies in quality and flavour. While that might deliver the bitterness some associate with espresso, it often sacrifices sweetness, clarity and depth.
Our Workhorse Blend is different. It’s a specialty-grade coffee – meaning it scores highly on quality and flavour. Expect a smooth, full-bodied espresso with tasting notes of chocolate, nut, sweet caramel and citrus. It’s complex, but balanced. Bold, but never burnt.
2. Expertly Roasted for Capsule Brewing
Not all coffee is suited for pods. To get the best results from your espresso capsule machine, the coffee needs to be roasted specifically for the format. We’ve developed our Workhorse Blend capsules to ensure optimal extraction – bringing out the sweetness, body and balance with every shot.
We roast slightly lighter than most capsule producers, allowing the coffee’s natural sweetness and origin characteristics to shine. The result? A pod coffee that actually tastes like specialty espresso should.
3. Ethically Traded and Fully Traceable
We’re proud to source our coffees through direct relationships with producers and trusted import partners in Brazil and Rwanda. That means full transparency from farm to capsule – and fair prices paid to the farmers who grow our coffee.
Every pod you brew supports a more ethical coffee industry. That’s something supermarket brands often can’t offer.
4. Aluminium Capsules for Freshness (and Recycling)
Our capsules are made from aluminium, the gold standard for keeping coffee fresh. Aluminium provides an airtight seal, locking in the aromatics and preventing oxygen exposure – two key factors in great-tasting espresso.
And yes, they’re recyclable too. Simply rinse and recycle through your local council scheme or capsule recycling program.
5. Nespresso Compatible
Our espresso capsules are fully compatible with all original Nespresso® home machines (excluding Vertuo and commercial models) and specialty pod machines such as the Morning Machine. Just pop one in, press a button and enjoy specialty coffee at home with zero compromise.
For a short, intense shot, brew 30–40ml. Prefer a longer drink? Go for 60–70ml for a smooth, rich cup.
Try the Workhorse Blend Espresso Coffee Capsules
We currently offer just one carefully developed espresso pod – because we believe in doing one thing exceptionally well.
Our Workhorse Blend capsules are available in boxes of 10, with free UK tracked delivery when you order 4 packs or more.
You can also set up a subscription and never run out of your favourite specialty pods again.
Workhorse Blend Coffee Capsules
