1996
THE FIRST INTERNET SITE

The first Internet site offers a platform to promote Nespresso coffee expertise and products. It will later develop into a key brand showcase and sales channel.

1986
NESPRESSO IS BORN
  • Nespresso S.A., a Nestlé Group company is founded, with five employees.
  • We launched the world’s first portioned coffee system to the office coffee sectors in Switzerland, Japan and Italy.
  • Our first two machines, the C-100 and C-1100 are designed to resemble mini espresso machines.
  • Four initial coffee varieties are introduced: including Capriccio, Cosi, Decaffeinato and Bolero (now known as Volluto).
1992
A NEW SIGNATURE CHOCOLATE
  • The C-200 is launched in Switzerland, replacing the C-100.
  • Our signature chocolate squares hit the market as an accessory.
  • We expand to Belgium, Luxembourg, Germany and The Netherlands.
1989
The Nespresso Club concept
  • The Nespresso Club is created, offering a range of exclusive and personalised services to customers.
  • The Nespresso system is introduced in the Swiss household market with Turmix as machine partner.
  • Our first consumer mailing is produced with a member-get-member offer.
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