☕ What Is Espresso #

• Espresso is made by forcing hot water through very fine coffee grind to produce a strong and concentrated coffee shot.

• Only 100% dark roasted Arabica beans are used
• Espresso is the base of many hot and cold drinks

📏 Espresso Types & Measurements #

• Single Espresso: 8g coffee – 30ml – 20–25 seconds
• Double Espresso: 16g coffee – 60ml – 20–25 seconds
• Americano: Double espresso + hot water (230ml)

✅ Perfect Espresso Standards #

• Correct grind size
• Proper tamping
• Clean and warm portafilter
• Dripping time between 20–25 seconds

❌ Weak Espresso Causes #

• Under-dosing coffee
• Grind too coarse
• Poor tamping
• Cold portafilter
• Extraction under 20 seconds

❌ Strong Espresso Causes #

• Over-dosing coffee
• Grind too fine
• Over-tamping
• Extraction over 25 seconds