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WHAT IS ESPRESSO
In a very few words, espresso is a coffee beverage, and a brewing method. Many people think of it as a strong and concentrated coffee. While espresso is that, it so much more than just that. The brewing method involves using a powerful pump, which changes everything about it. No, espresso is not a type of coffee bean, and is not a roast. For a comprehensive explanation, check our guide.
ESPRESSO MACHINE GUIDE
As a coffee fan, there’s probably nothing more horrifying than hearing “Honey, the espresso machine broke!” This sentence literally takes you through the five stages of grief. The first one is denial: “That can’t be! It worked just fine yesterday! Afterward, you go through all the other stages…
BUYING GUIDE
A regular cup of coffee is the dark liquid we are all used to, poured from the carafe. An espresso, on the other hand, is more concentrated, aromatic, and with a layer of foam covering the top. This “shot” can be mixed with cream, milk, or anything else to make your favorite beverage…
How To Make a Triple Shot Espresso
Do you like to start your day with a triple espresso shot? If so, then it is important that you know how to make this delicious drink correctly.…
Espresso-Based Beverages – Americano
The Americano is an espresso-based drink with added water on top of a espresso shot. There are many variations of the Americano to choose from including black coffee…
Espresso-Based Beverages – Cappuccino
Cappuccino is an espresso-based coffee drink that has its roots in Italy. The word cappuccino means “little hood” and refers to the brown color of monastic robes worn…
Espresso-Based Beverages – Latte
A latte is a coffee drink that you can get at any coffee shop. It consists of espresso, steamed milk and foam, and some flavorings. The word “latte”…
How to Make Espresso at Home – A Definitive Guide
Everyone loves espresso coffee. No matter what we do to make our cup of joe at home, nothing seems to compare to a beautiful, strong, crema-topped espresso, which…
Espresso vs Turkish vs Drip Coffee – a Visual Comparison
When comparing espresso with other drinks, there are a few questions that are relevant. How much coffee beans do I need to use, how strong the coffee is,…
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What Is Espresso
The espresso beverage as we know it today, dates back to 1947, when Gaggia introduced the first machine capable of creating consistent high pressure during the shot pulling.…
Coffee – A Brief History (Why We Love Espresso)
Nowadays the whole world wakes up with the scent of coffee, the most popular drink after water and wine. And for the Italians, nothing like the espresso cup…
Know the lingo: We’re talking COFFEE!
“What would you like?” These words strike terror in the heart of many people who want to appear chic when ordering a latte. Not sure how to order…
Mr. Coffee Café Barista Espresso Machine Review
We all like affordable stuff – but unfortunately, the cheap stuff also come at a great price: their quality. At least, that’s what happens 80% of the time.…