Best selling Coffee pods from Café Royal
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1. Café Royal Professional Pads Lungo Forte
For those who like their lungo uncompromisingly strong. Café Royal Lungo Forte unfolds intense, lingering roasted aromas with a subtle hint of fresh walnut – a full-bodied taste experience from Café Royal.
Born from over 65 years of roasting tradition in Birsfelden, Café Royal Lungo Forte’s Nespresso®*-compatible aluminium capsules combine intense flavours with a distinctive crema. With an intensity rating of 8 out of 10, they are the ideal choice for a Lungo (110 ml), as an espresso or as a powerful cappuccino.
Enjoy this full-bodied Lungo Forte with a hearty butter or pretzel croissant – a combination that enhances any breakfast table.
Sensory profile
• Intensity: 8/10
• Crema: 3/5
• Body: 4/5
• Roast: 4/5
• Acidity: 1/5
At a glance
• Recommended cup size: 110 ml (Lungo)
• Contents: 50 pods
• Bean content: 100% Arabica
• Caffeine: caffeinated
Rainforest Alliance certified: Made from beans sourced from sustainably managed plantations. The seal stands for organic coffee cultivation, fair working conditions and the protection of tropical forests.
Compatibility: Café Royal Lungo Forte is designed for Nespresso®* Professional machines (Zenius, Gemini, ZenPro) as well as Café Royal CRpro machines (CRpro-100, CRpro-300, CRpro-500), making it the ideal choice for offices, the hospitality sector and commercial applications.
Café Royal: premium Swiss coffee from Delica AG in Birsfelden. Over 65 years of roasting tradition for moments of unrivalled enjoyment. Café Royal is the best-selling alternative in Switzerland for Nespresso®* Original Line machines. Our aluminium capsules are made from 80% recycled material and save over 20 tonnes of aluminium per year.
Pro
- Flavour like other Cafe Royal at least at Nespresso level
- Cheaper than the original
- Cheaper than Nespresso Professional pods
Contra
- it does not work with the new machines from Nespresso Pro (Momento).
- Could be a little stronger
- Price if no action
2. Café Royal Professional Pads Lungo Bio
Conscious coffee enjoyment at its finest. Café Royal Lungo Organic impresses with the full flavour of organically grown Arabica beans, which are fairly traded and Rainforest Alliance certified.
Made from 100% organically grown Arabica, Café Royal Lungo Organic combines the full flavour of Café Royal Premium coffee with a commitment to sustainability. The plantations are double-certified to organic and Fairtrade standards; fair prices and long-term partnerships directly support coffee farmers in the producing countries.
A mindful coffee moment that pairs perfectly with a wholesome breakfast or sustainably produced pastries.
Sensory profile
• Intensity: 4/10
• Crema: 3/5
• Body: 3/5
• Roast: 3/5
• Acidity: 2/5
At a glance
• Recommended cup size: 110 ml (Lungo)
• Contents: 50 pods
• Bean blend: 100% Arabica
• Caffeine: contains caffeine
Organic and Fairtrade: Made from 100% organically grown coffee from Fairtrade-certified plantations. Fair minimum prices and long-term partnerships directly support coffee farmers in the producing countries.
Compatibility: Café Royal Lungo Organic is designed for Nespresso®* Professional machines (Zenius, Gemini, ZenPro) as well as Café Royal CRpro machines (CRpro-100, CRpro-300, CRpro-500), making it the ideal choice for offices, the hospitality sector and commercial applications.
Café Royal: Swiss premium coffee from Delica AG in Birsfelden. Over 65 years of roasting tradition for unrivalled moments of enjoyment. Café Royal is the best-selling alternative in Switzerland for Nespresso®* Original Line machines. Our aluminium capsules are made from 80% recycled material and save over 20 tonnes of aluminium per year.
Pro
- Varied flavour
- Very good coffee
- Price during the promotion
Contra
- Price if no action
- bad flavour
- A little lean as a lungo
3. Café Royal Professional Pads Caramel
Caramel and coffee: a love story. Café Royal Caramel delights the palate with a delicate acidity and a subtle hint of caramel, perfect as a lungo, espresso or creamy latte macchiato.
The Café Royal Flavoured Edition brings variety to every cup of coffee. In Café Royal Caramel, powder-fine, natural flavours are carefully blended with roasted Arabica beans, creating a sophisticated composition for aromatic coffee enjoyment. Perfect as an espresso, lungo, cappuccino or latte macchiato.
Particularly tempting as a latte macchiato or cappuccino, where the frothed milk brings out the caramel flavours perfectly.
Sensory profile
• Intensity: 4/10
• Crema: 3/5
• Body: 2/5
• Roast: 2/5
• Acidity: 2/5
At a glance
• Recommended cup size: 40 ml (espresso) or 110 ml (lungo)
• Contents: 50 pods
• Bean content: 100% Arabica
• Caffeine: contains caffeine
Rainforest Alliance certified: Made from beans sourced from sustainably managed plantations. The seal stands for organic coffee cultivation, fair working conditions and the protection of tropical forests.
Compatibility: Café Royal Caramel is designed for Nespresso®* Professional machines (Zenius, Gemini, ZenPro) as well as for Café Royal CRpro machines (CRpro-100, CRpro-300, CRpro-500), making it the ideal choice for offices, the hospitality sector and commercial applications.
Café Royal: premium Swiss coffee from Delica AG in Birsfelden. Over 65 years of roasting tradition for unrivalled moments of enjoyment. Café Royal is the best-selling alternative in Switzerland for Nespresso®* Original Line machines. Our aluminium capsules are made from 80% recycled material and save over 20 tonnes of aluminium per year.
4. Café Royal Professional Pads Variety Box Bio
Four organic coffee varieties from the Café Royal Fair & Organic Edition, thoughtfully combined in an elegant tasting box. The Café Royal Organic Variety Box offers a mindful coffee experience in four distinctive varieties, each containing 10 pods, certified organic and Fairtrade.
Contents of the Variety Box Organic
• 10 × Café Royal Espresso Organic: robust flavour with a fresh, fruity acidity and a hint of liquorice
• 10 × Café Royal Espresso Forte Organic: intense organic roast with a subtle hint of cocoa
• 10 × Café Royal Lungo Organic: mild and smooth with subtle cereal notes
• 10 × Café Royal Lungo Forte Organic: full-bodied organic lungo with intense roasted aromas
Perfect for environmentally conscious connoisseurs who wish to discover the range of organically grown premium coffees in the Café Royal Fair & Organic Edition.
At a glance
• Contents: 40 Café Royal Organic Professional Pads (4 varieties × 10 pads)
• Bean content: 100% organically grown Arabica
• Caffeine: contains caffeine
• Format: aroma-sealed organic pods for Café Royal Professional and Nespresso®* Professional
Organic and Fairtrade: Made from 100% organically grown coffee from Fairtrade-certified plantations. Fair minimum prices and long-term partnerships directly support the coffee farmers.
Compatibility: The Café Royal Variety Box Organic is designed for Nespresso®* Professional machines (Zenius, Gemini, ZenPro) and for Café Royal CRpro machines (CRpro-100, CRpro-300, CRpro-500).
Café Royal: Swiss premium coffee from Delica AG in Birsfelden. Over 65 years of roasting tradition for unrivalled moments of enjoyment. Café Royal is the best-selling alternative in Switzerland for Nespresso®* Original Line machines. Our aluminium capsules are made from 80% recycled material and save over 20 tonnes of aluminium per year.
Pro
- Selection for every taste
- Good coffee
5. Café Royal Lungo Forte
Let yourself be surprised by the intense, long-lasting roasted aromas and the powerful taste of Café Royal Lungo Forte. It is best enjoyed alongside a warm croissant.
6. Café Royal decaffeinated espresso
The Café Royal Professional Pads Espresso Decaffeinato offer a mild and digestible aroma, making them ideal for coffee lovers who want to avoid caffeine. These coffee pads are specifically designed for the Nespresso Professional system, ensuring easy handling and optimal freshness of the coffee grounds. The aluminum composite foil pads protect the flavors and keep the coffee fresh for a long time. With an intensity of 3, the Espresso Decaffeinato provides a harmonious taste rounded off by a fresh acidity. These coffee pads are not only perfect for pure enjoyment but also pair excellently with fine pastries, such as freshly baked Spitzbuben. The careful packaging and the quality of the ingredients used make these coffee pads an excellent choice for anyone who values taste and digestibility.
- Mild and digestible aroma, ideal for caffeine avoidance
- Optimal freshness through aluminum composite foil pads
- Harmonious taste with fresh acidity
- Suitable for Nespresso Professional system.
7. Café Royal espresso forte
The Café Royal Professional Pads Espresso Forte offer an intense taste experience characterized by fruity aromas and a hint of dark chocolate. These coffee pads are specifically designed for use in the Nespresso Professional system and guarantee a perfect crema. The pads are made from aluminum composite foil, which preserves the freshness of the coffee grounds and ensures a long shelf life. The careful selection of coffee beans, sourced exclusively from UTZ-certified plantations, underscores the commitment to sustainability and quality. With a dark roast level and an intensity of 3, these pads provide a full-bodied espresso that pairs perfectly with Cantuccini or other pastries. The packaging unit includes 6 x 50 pieces, making it a practical solution for daily coffee enjoyment.
- Fruity aromas and dark chocolate for an intense taste experience
- Aluminum composite foil protects the freshness of the coffee grounds
- 100% Arabica beans from UTZ-certified plantations
- Dark roast with an intensity of 3 for a full-bodied enjoyment.






