Now that most of us are officially implementing “work from home” into our routines, the sudden lifestyle change can come as a bit of a shock. After all, how do you motivate your brains to get out of bed, when you’ve got the green light to spend all day in it? We like to go by two simple rules — make your bed every morning, and start your day with a really good cup of coffee.
While staying in and all the social distancing can make it tough to pop out for your regular order, thankfully there are now plenty of alternatives that you can enjoy right from the comforts of your home. This April, Nespresso will also be relaunching its range of Barista Creations’ coffees, along with a new Grand Lattissima machine — a device designed to give you a pretty complete coffee shop experience without having to go anywhere.
With six milk-based beverages and three different coffee selections, the fact that you can now enjoy quality coffee at the push of a button is pretty exciting. What’s more is, the milk solution comes complete with an easy rinsing system, making it easy to try out new recipes, and even easier to clean up afterwards without taking too much time from your mornings.
Flavours-wise, the relaunched Barista Creations capsules offer quite a lot to get excited about for every palette, especially the sweet-toothed coffee lovers.
For instance, the Barista Creations Vanilla Éclair gives you velvety vanilla, blended into a smooth Latin American Arabica espresso, leaving you with a sweet and silky after taste.
For those who like their coffees creamy, definitely don’t miss out on the Barista Creations Caramel Crème Brûlée, where hints of caramel brûlée gently complement roasted notes of the same espresso, creating a taste that is rich and indulgent.
Of course, our personal favourite is the Barista Creations Cocoa Truffle. With dark cocoa, along with the cereal roasted notes of espresso, this flavour gives you a pretty decadent aftertaste that’s almost like dark chocolate truffle. What’s even better about these capsules is, you can either enjoy them in all their original glory using the new and nifty Nespresso Gran Lattissima machine, or try out some pretty decadent creations with the Nespresso Barista Recipe Maker jug. For those looking to play up your homemade coffees now that you’ve got a little more time on your hands, here are three recipes you should try.
Brown Sugar Cafe Latte
For those who find happiness in the little things, like getting cosy on your couch with a warm drink and a book — or, if you’re working from home, your MacBook.
What You Need
– Brown Sugar
– A Barista Creations Cocoa Truffle Capsule
– Fresh Milk
Make it at Home
Extract the capsule using a Barista Recipe Maker jug, and add fresh milk. Select ‘Latte Macchiato’ on the machine. Pour the coffee into your coffee mug. Add fresh milk into the Barista Recipe Maker, and create whipped milk using ‘Cafe Viennois’ — top your coffee off with this. As a final touch, add brown sugar on top, along with a chocolate powder of your choice.
Pinky Caffe Macchiato
For those who are fun, upbeat, and basically the life of the party. You don’t actually need coffee to start your morning with positive vibes, but why not treat yourself, right?
What You Need
– A Barista Creations Caramel Crème Brûlée Capsule
– Fresh Milk
– Strawberry Syrup
Make it at Home
Extract the capsule using a Barista Recipe Maker jug, and add fresh milk. Add half a spoonful of strawberry syrup into the machine, and select the ‘latte macchiato’ option. Pour the coffee into a cappuccino glass, and add fresh strawberries, or ones coated with chocolate, depending on your preferences.
Vanilla Affogato
For those who are bold, playful, and unafraid to try something unconventional if it means having a good time. You’re probably not a morning person, but you’re definitely the fun one in your crew.
What You Need
– Vanilla ice cream
– A Barista Creations Vanilla Éclair Capsule
– Chocolate flakes
Make it at Home
Extract the capsule using a Barista Recipe Maker jug, then select the ‘Affogato’ option. Take one scoop of vanilla ice cream and place it in your cup. Once your coffee is ready, pour it gently over the ice cream, and finish it off with a sprinkle of chocolate flakes.
Nespresso’s new Gran Lattissima Machine can be bought at THB13,500, while the Barista Recipe Maker comes at THB10,500. The new Barista Creations flavours come at THB24 per capsule, and will be available both online and at all Nespresso boutiques from April 1, 2020 onwards. To find out more, visit nespresso.com.
