Can I use ground espresso coffee instead of the pods?
1589399
So far I have not seen an adapter that allows you to use your own coffee. Hopefully soon.
1381275
No must be the soft pod. However this machine works best with regular ground coffee in my opinion.
10942
Absolutely. Go for as fine a ground as you can get without coffee dust flying out of the machine. A very fine setting and dark-roast beans will get you the strongest flavor -- because the more surface area that touches the water, the stronger the brew. I also use more coffee per cup than most instructions suggest: 1/4 cup of grounds per 8-oz mug of coffee. I prefer medium dark beans and less than espresso strength. You get more coffee flavor from beans that aren't dark roasted, in my opinion and that of many coffee roasters, baristas, buyers and growers. If you like the burnt bitterness of espresso, though, go for it. Absolutely. Go for as fine a ground as you can get without coffee dust flying out of the machine. A very fine setting and dark-roast beans will get you the strongest flavor -- because the more surface area that touches the water, the stronger the brew. I also use more coffee per cup than most instructions suggest: 1/4 cup of grounds per 8-oz mug of coffee. I prefer medium dark beans and less than espresso strength. You get more coffee flavor from beans that aren't dark roasted, in my opinion and that of many coffee roasters, baristas, buyers and growers. If you like the burnt bitterness of... » Read More Absolutely. Go for as fine a ground as you can get without coffee dust flying out of the machine. A very fine setting and dark-roast beans will get you the strongest flavor -- because the more surface area that touches the water, the stronger the brew. I also use more coffee per cup than most instructions suggest: 1/4 cup of grounds per 8-oz mug of coffee. I prefer medium dark beans and less than espresso strength. You get more coffee flavor from beans that aren't dark roasted, in my opinion and that of many coffee roasters, baristas, buyers and growers. If you like the burnt bitterness of espresso, though, go for it. « Show Less
934170
I use any coffee and grind it fine ( or buy it already ground). As long as you don't grind it too small there is no problem. I usually get a dark, deep roasted espresso like one. I hope this helps.
552155
Yes, only pods, however you can buy your own pods and use the coffee you like. Empty pods that you can fill with your own grinded coffee.
508821
You really can't, that is, the machine uses special aluminum pods that you buy from Nespresso. There are instructions online on how to re-use those specific pods. But, I use my Keurig machine for coffee. The nespresso is truly a wonderful espresso machine, that's function is incredible espresso, and cappuccino.
1696044
My understanding is that pods can be used, but I'm old school (and cheap!) so I use ground beans and a tamper.
907502
Generally pods can be used with espresso machines if there is an appropriate and associated pod filter. The BES870XL Barista Express does not come with a pod filter. It is highly recommended that pods not be used on this espresso machine.
2090401
No, you can use ground coffee of any coarseness you choose. I like it, but I found that my Melitta single-cup brewing cone is still easier and more efficient. You have to use a paper filter with the Melitta, but then you just throw the filter along with the grounds away after you're done brewing - With the Zevro, you have to take it apart and scrape out the grounds and then clean it out, so I went back to my Melitta. Hope this helps.
119224
No that pod is way smaller I have had both and the taste of the coffee is similar but then espresso has to have that pod.
531470
It is probably not a problem. Honestly, these pods are best for a 3-5quote oz serving of espresso. As you may know the pods are best for a 5-6 oz cup of coffee~anything more with a pod and it is super weak.
2026768
I've not thought about it so I'm not sure. It would make it simple to brew a cup or pot and not have to measure but, I'm not sure whey you'd want to just use ground coffee when the fresh grinding is available. You can bypass the bean hopper if you want.
2240277
Yes you can if it's a coarse ground. There is another brand that has a fine gold mesh that works well for coffee and tea.
1038599
Yes, you can use ground coffee. There is a place at the top of the machine where you put the ground coffee and press a button to switch to ground coffee. It doesn't store the ground coffee like it does the whole bean.
1977610
No. It works on standard US current. If you are working outside of the US an adapter would probably do it. It is labor intensive but that is it charm. You will have guns like Michelle Obama if you drink a lot of espresso. I also vacillate between the beans, so I think pods are for debutantes.
2182279
You have to use ground coffee, or pods. Just don't get real fine ground coffee or it won't allow the water to seep through for expresso. I actually use either starbucks ground or safeway select italian roast.
1038600
Yes. The unit will accept ground coffee, but whole beans make the best coffee.