Are Starbucks Verismo Pods Being Discontinued?

Why can’t I find Verismo pods on the market? Are Starbucks Verismo Pods being discontinued? Which pods are compatible with the Starbucks Verismo machine? Let’s find out about all this below.

Starbucks discontinued its production of Verismo pods in December 2020. This came as a shock to many Starbucks loyalists like myself who were fast to buy the Starbucks Verismo machine. The fact that I could make my favorite Starbucks coffee at home was a dream come true. But then, Starbucks discontinued the Verismo pods, and I was left stuck with my Verismo machine.

What was I to do? Throw it away? Of course not! I had to find a way to still make it useful. In this post, I explain what other pods you can use on a Verismo machine, where to find them, their compatibility, and more. Let’s dive in!

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What are Starbucks Verismo Pods?

Starbucks Verismo pods are small, sealed cans of coffee designed specially to work with Verismo coffee brewers. They contain high-quality Arabica coffee beans that are ground, roasted, and packaged fresh to help coffee lovers create instant coffee.

Starbucks created these pods to enable customers to re-create their favorite roasts and flavors using the Verismo machines. The pods can replicate the signature Starbucks coffees and espresso at the touch of a button.

However, Starbucks discontinued making the pods as of December 2020. This was also the same time they discontinued making the Verismo machines.

What can I use instead of Starbucks Verismo pods?

Instead of Starbucks Verismo pods, you can use K-Fee coffee pods, Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf pods, or a reusable Verismo pod. When Starbucks stopped producing Verismo pods, many Verismo machine owners such as myself were stranded. We were left with the task of looking for pods that are not only compatible with the Verismo machine but also ones that can produce Starbucks coffee.

The above-stated coffee pods are compatible with Starbucks Verismo machines and safe to use. They also offer a taste, flavor, and aroma that is very similar to what you’re used to. You can get them on Amazon, Beyond, Bed Bath, or at the K-Fee website.

What kind of pods are in Starbucks Verismo?

There are two types of Starbucks Verismo pods. Those with tabs and those without tabs. Pods without tabs are often used to make tea, espresso, and latte drinks while those with tabs are used to brew coffee. All Verismo pods are designed to work with the Starbucks Verismo machine to brew the perfect beverage.

FAQ Section

Do Nespresso pods fit in Verismo?

No. There are no Nespresso pods that fit with the Starbucks Verismo machine. Nespresso pods are not compatible with Verismo and trying to use them may end up damaging your machine.

Do Verismo pods go bad?

No. Verismo pods are hermetically sealed to protect the coffee from light, moisture, and oxygen. In many cases, the pods will remain safe to use for a long time after their expiry date. You can create hundreds of waste pods and maintain their original quality after their best-by date.