There are moments when an entire industry stands still because someone discovers a better solution. Our story began in Switzerland in 2013, when MyCoffeestar introduced the very first reusable capsule for Nespresso—crafted from durable stainless steel, tested thousands of times, built to last a lifetime. No disposable mindset, no compromise in taste. Just real coffee and a clear vision: quality, sustainability, and freedom for coffee lovers everywhere.

Today—more than a decade later—our range has grown. Alongside the iconic Nespresso capsule, we now offer a high-quality refillable solution for Dolce Gusto as well, made from stainless steel and complemented by a long-lasting silicone lid. The principle remains unchanged: buy once, use forever, and enjoy coffee the way it’s meant to be.

In this article, we’ll take you into a new world of coffee—one that benefits the environment, your taste buds, and your wallet.

The True Cost of Single-Use Capsules – And Why No One Talks About It

It’s surprising how rarely we calculate the cost of our everyday habits. If you own a capsule machine, you likely drink two to four coffees a day. In a typical two-person household, this quickly adds up to 1,460 capsules per year. And these small aluminium or plastic pods accumulate—both financially and environmentally.

A look at the prices reveals how high the hidden costs actually are:

  • Nespresso OriginalLine: CHF 5.70 per 10 capsules → CHF 0.57 per cup

Annual consumption per household:

  • OriginalLine: CHF 832

And all of that for capsules that are thrown away after a single use.

A One-Time Investment, Endless Savings

This is where MyCoffeestar truly shines. Our stainless steel capsules for Nespresso and Dolce Gusto are not made for a few years—they are built to last a lifetime. No wear, no replacements, no waste.

  • Starter Set: CHF 19.90
  • Barista Set: CHF 37.90

After this one-time purchase, you only pay for the coffee itself. For example:

5 g of freshly ground coffee cost around CHF 0.24 per refill.
This means you save over 58% per cup compared to Original Nespresso capsules—and even more compared to Vertuo.

The more coffee you drink, the faster your capsule pays for itself—and the more you save.

A New Coffee Experience – Thanks to Real Beans and True Quality

Many customers only realise after switching how much industrial capsule coffee limits their flavour experience. Once you use your Nespresso or Dolce Gusto machine with a refillable MyCoffeestar capsule, everything changes:

  • You choose the beans.
  • You choose the roast profile.
  • You choose between 100% Arabica or rich blends.
  • You drink coffee that was freshly ground—not sealed in aluminium for months.

For Nespresso, the coffee should be lightly tamped to form a smooth, even puck.
For Dolce Gusto, no tamping is required—the stainless steel capsule works with free-filled coffee, while the silicone lid ensures optimal pressure build-up.

The result is a richer aroma, a more intense fragrance, a fuller crema, and—above all—a flavour that suits you, not one pre-defined by industrial production.

Which Coffee Beans Work Best?

Most medium to dark roasts work exceptionally well in our capsules—both Nespresso and Dolce Gusto.

If you love a thick, hazelnut-coloured crema and a strong body, opt for blends with a higher Robusta content. Robusta naturally delivers:

  • a dense, stable crema
  • more body
  • slightly chocolatey, bold notes

For milder and more aromatic cups, choose high-quality Arabica espresso roasts.

Whether for your morning espresso, office coffee, or afternoon cappuccino—the world of specialty coffee is now open to you.

Why Stainless Steel Is the Only Truly Sustainable Option

Our capsules are made entirely from stainless steel—no coatings, no Teflon, no plastic parts (except the long-lasting silicone lid for Dolce Gusto). Stainless steel offers undeniable advantages:

  • completely taste-neutral
  • food-safe
  • heat-resistant
  • unbreakable
  • easy to clean
  • dishwasher-safe

While other refillable systems wear down over time, a MyCoffeestar capsule accompanies you for a lifetime. It’s not just more sustainable—it’s more honest.

Simple to Use – From Day One

Many people ask whether switching to refillable capsules is complicated. Quite the opposite. We designed our capsules so that anyone can use them within seconds.

  1. Open the capsule
  2. Add freshly ground coffee
  3. For Nespresso, lightly tamp—Dolce Gusto requires no tamping
  4. Close, insert, brew

We recommend using our Filling Device and Tamper, which makes dosing easier and more comfortable. A funnel is not required.

After brewing, simply knock out or rinse the coffee puck—and you’re ready for your next cup.

Good for You. Good for the Planet. Good for the Future.

With every cup you brew using a MyCoffeestar capsule, you reduce waste. You take control of the flavour. And you save money that would otherwise end up in the trash along with single-use capsules.

We believe sustainable products should not only benefit the environment—they should benefit the people who use them. That’s why we build our capsules to last a lifetime.

Less waste. More flavour. More freedom.
That’s the idea behind MyCoffeestar—and perhaps the beginning of a new coffee culture.