Experience our limited-release blend that captures a fleeting but unforgettable flavour moment.
Convenience shouldn’t dilute character. Our Nespresso®-compatible capsules are crafted to express Africa’s terroirs—bold chocolate from Uganda, red-berry vibrance from Kenya, and elegant florals from East Africa’s highlands—without sacrificing speed or simplicity. This guide introduces our full capsule range, how we test for consistency, and the exact brew tips that unlock sweetness and crema at home.
How we test (real-world machines)
To mirror home use, we blind-taste across three different Nespresso® machines: Essenza Mini (baseline extraction), Creatista Plus (milk integration) and Lattissima One (automatic milk). We score for aroma on puncture, crema stability, flavour clarity, mouthfeel, aftertaste and performance with milk.
OUR AFRICAN CAPSULE RANGE (WITH TASTING NOTES & ORIGINS)
Ndovu Langa — African Chocolate & Berry (Medium-Dark)
What’s inside: Bugisu AA (Uganda) for the dark-cocoa base; Rwenzori (Uganda, natural) for plum/raisin sweetness; Kirinyaga ABC (Kenya) for cranberry/blackcurrant lift. Expect dark cocoa, molasses and red-berry jam with thick crema.
Best for: Short espresso or lungo when you want power + layered fruit.
Mt Elgon Bugisu AA — Uganda Dark Chocolate (Medium-Dark)
What’s inside: Single-origin Bugisu AA from Mt Elgon, roasted for a syrupy body with deep chocolate, molasses and roasted-nut finish; dense crema and a balanced shot.
Best for: Bold morning shots; pairs beautifully with milk.
Ma’Africa — African Chocolate & Caramel (Medium)
What’s inside: Rwanda (Nyamasheke) for soft cocoa/tea-like balance; Tanzania (Songwe) for caramelised sugar and smooth body; Ethiopia (Sidamo) for dried-berry sweetness and plum. A silky, everyday-comfort profile with a clean finish.
Best for: All-day drinkers who want smooth, sweet balance.
Roho Nzuri — African Citrus & Cocoa (Medium-Dark)
What’s inside: Tanzania (Mbozi AA) for cocoa body, Ethiopia (Yirgacheffe G2, washed) for citrus blossom/jasmine clarity, and Rwanda (Inzovu) for honeyed, spiced sweetness. Silky texture, chocolate depth, gentle florals, brown-sugar finish.
Best for: Espresso with a cocoa-floral balance; superb as a flat white.
Kirinyaga — Kenya Red Berry & Citrus (Medium)
What’s inside: Single-origin Kenyan AA/ABC, washed and double-fermented for precision. Blackcurrant, candied citrus and cocoa with vibrant acidity and a silky crema.
Best for: Short, fruit-forward shots that sparkle.
Quick comparison table
|
Capsule |
Roast |
Core Flavours |
Ideal Pull |
Milk Pairing |
|
Ndovu Langa |
Medium-Dark |
Dark cocoa, molasses, red-berry jam |
Espresso 40 ml or lungo 60–110 ml |
Great – retains fruit in milk |
|
Bugisu AA |
Medium-Dark |
Dark chocolate, molasses, roasted nut |
Espresso 40 ml |
Excellent – chocolatey flat white |
|
Ma’Africa |
Medium |
Milk chocolate, caramel, gentle fruit |
Espresso 40 ml or lungo 90–110 ml |
Very good – smooth & sweet |
|
Roho Nzuri |
Medium-Dark |
Cocoa body, citrus blossom, brown sugar |
Espresso 40 ml |
Excellent – cocoa-floral latte |
|
Kirinyaga |
Medium |
Blackcurrant, citrus, cocoa |
Short espresso 30–35 ml |
Good - better as straight Espresso |
Brew like a pro (by machine)
Essenza Mini (OriginalLine):
- Fruity/bright (Kirinyaga): 30–35 ml to bump intensity.
- Cocoa-rich (Bugisu/ Ndovu): 40 ml for sweetness + body.
Creatista Plus:
- Pull 40 ml espresso, steam milk to 55–60°C for peak sweetness.
- Try Ndovu Langa or Roho Nzuri for chocolate-driven flat whites.
Lattissima One:
- Use the default cappuccino setting; if shots taste thin, pre-heat the cup and run a quick blank shot before brewing.
- Ma’Africa shines for easy, creamy balance; Bugisu for a bolder cup.
Storage & freshness
Keep sleeves sealed until use, store cool and dry (no fridge—condensation risks). For peak aroma, rotate stock FIFO and buy in quantities you’ll use within a few months.
Sustainability & materials
Serengeti capsules use recyclable aluminium to lock in freshness and maintain extraction pressure. Check your order confirmation or product page for how to return used pods via our recycling partners.
Why Serengeti capsules?
- Exclusively African origins—no filler, just terroir.
- Small-batch roasted in South Africa for freshness.
- Blind-tested across multiple machines for consistency at home.
- Recyclable aluminium with return options.
- Farmer-first sourcing across co-ops and community projects.
Frequently asked questions
Q: Are these pods Nespresso® OriginalLine compatible?
A: Yes. All Serengeti capsules listed here are OriginalLine-compatible.
Q: Which capsule is best for milk drinks?
A: Bugisu AA or Roho Nzuri for chocolate-forward; Ma’Africa for smooth balance.
Q: What if my shot tastes sharp or thin?
A: Shorten the shot (Kirinyaga), pre-heat the cup, check freshness, or run a blank shot before brewing.
