Making Iced Coffee With a Nespresso Machine

Before comparing models, it helps to know how a Vertuo machine brews over ice. Vertuo capsules are dome-shaped pods with a barcode printed around the rim. The machine reads that code and automatically sets the right amount of water and brewing style for that pod. It then spins the capsule quickly, a process Nespresso calls Centrifusion, to extract the coffee and create a layer of foam on top.

For iced coffee, the idea is simple: fill a glass with ice, place it under the spout, insert a pod designed for iced drinks (or a strong espresso), and press the button. The hot, concentrated coffee pours onto the ice, cools quickly and melts some of the ice to reach a balanced strength. Some machines, such as the Vertuo Up, have a dedicated button that brews a more concentrated shot so the drink does not taste watery once the ice melts.

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Nespresso Vertuo Pop+ Iced Coffee & Espresso Maker Bundle by De'Longhi

8.2/10Our score, based on listed specifications and buyer feedback

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Nespresso Vertuo Pop+ Iced Coffee &

Best for: Gift-givers wanting a ready iced kit

Pros

• 7 Iced Leggero pods
• 10 Cold Brew Style pods
• Nomad iced coffee tumbler
• Descaling alert

Cons

• Iced pods run out quickly
• Largest coffee is 12 oz

Best for: Latte fans wanting a frother bundle

Pros

• Milk frother per title
• One-touch brewing
• 4 oz removable tank

Cons

• Frother details not described
• Brief feature list

Best for: Small kitchens wanting hot and iced basics

Pros

• Espressos brewed hot or over ice
• 30-second heat up
• Compact side water tank
• Tasting pack included

Cons

• Largest coffee is 12 oz
• 25 oz tank

The Nespresso Vertuo Pop+ Coffee and Espresso machine in black is the compact starting point. It brews 5 cup sizes: 5, 8 and 12 ounce coffees plus single and double espressos, and the listing says these can be brewed hot or over ice. The 25-ounce water tank sits on the side for easy refilling, it heats up in 30 seconds, and it has one-touch brewing, a descaling alert, an adjustable drip tray and auto shut-off. The description mentions a Cold Brew style coffee size as well.

A complimentary tasting pack is included, and the listing says Nespresso offers more than 40 permanent Vertuo coffees plus limited editions. The aluminum capsules are recyclable through Nespresso’s free program. The listing also marks it as app-controlled.

This machine suits first apartments, dorms and small counters. If the person drinks large mugs, the Vertuo Up or Next adds an 18-ounce size.

The Nespresso Vertuo Pop+ Coffee Machine in Liquorice Black is listed with a milk frother, which is handy for iced lattes. The listing names a 25.4-ounce tank, one-touch brewing, auto shut-off and app control, and lists iced coffee, lattes and double espresso among its uses.

The feature list is brief: more than 30 coffees, a sealed capsule design and easy cleaning. It does not describe the frother, such as whether it makes cold foam, so check the product page. It also mentions 30 coffees where the other Pop+ listings say 40.

This version suits people who want to add milk foam to their drinks. For more options, see our guide to the Nespresso machine with milk frother.

The Nespresso Vertuo Pop+ Iced Coffee & Espresso Maker Bundle is the most complete iced coffee gift here. It includes a Vertuo Pop+ in Liquorice Black, 7 Iced Leggero pods, 10 Cold Brew Style pods and a Nomad iced coffee tumbler. The machine itself matches the black Pop+: 5 cup sizes brewed hot or over ice, a 25-ounce side tank, 30-second heat up, a descaling alert and an adjustable drip tray.

It measures 14 by 8.6 by 10.4 inches. Once the included iced pods run out, you will need to buy more Vertuo capsules.

This bundle suits gift-givers who want the person to make iced coffee the day they unbox it.

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Nespresso Vertuo Up Coffee & Espresso Maker by De'Longhi, White

8.0/10Our score, based on listed specifications and buyer feedback

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Nespresso Vertuo Up Coffee & Espresso

Best for: Daily iced coffee drinkers with big mugs

Pros

• Coffee Creations button for iced
• Large 47 oz rotating tank
• Ready in 3 seconds
• 18 oz coffee size

Cons

• Largest footprint here
• No frother listed

The Nespresso Vertuo Up Coffee & Espresso maker in white is the newest model here. Its Coffee Creations button brews a more concentrated coffee for bold iced drinks, lattes and cappuccinos. It offers 6 cup sizes, including 18 ounces, and is ready to brew in just 3 seconds.

The 47-ounce water tank is the largest here and rotates to fit your kitchen layout. You can adjust cup size and temperature in the Nespresso app. It uses 940 watts and measures 15.4 by 8.7 by 10.1 inches. The listing does not include a milk frother.

This machine suits daily iced coffee drinkers. For white machines in other styles, see our white Nespresso machine guide.

Best for: Buyers wanting the classic white Next

Pros

• 6 cup sizes, hot or iced
• Slim 5.5-inch design
• Automatic capsule recognition

Cons

• Specs conflict with other Next listing
• Tank size not listed

Best for: Narrow counters and 18 oz mugs

Pros

• Slim 5.5-inch design
• 6 cup sizes, hot or iced
• 37 oz tank
• Sample pack and voucher

Cons

• Frother inclusion unclear
• No dedicated iced button

The Nespresso Vertuo Next Coffee and Espresso maker in Creamy White and Gold is only 5.5 inches wide and made with partially recycled materials. It brews 6 cup sizes (5, 8, 12 and 18 ounce coffees plus single and double espresso) hot or over ice, with automatic capsule recognition and a 37-ounce tank.

The listing says a milk frother is included “if applicable,” but the title does not mention one, so check the page before buying. A capsule sample pack and voucher are included.

This version suits narrow counters and people who want a large mug size.

The Nespresso Vertuo Next Coffee and Espresso maker in white has the same features: 6 cup sizes hot or over ice, a 5.5-inch slim design, Centrifusion and a sample pack. Its specifications list 1500 watts and 110 volts, unlike the other Next listing’s 1260 watts, and do not give a tank size.

It suits buyers who prefer plain white. For a broader look, see our Nespresso coffee maker machine guide.