Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsCafe AmericanoDouble Recipe

Double Recipe

Inspired by Cafe Americano
Time10m
Serves1

Two Espresso Shots

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Ingredients

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Espresso Ingredients

Method

Brewing Instructions

  1. 1

    Grind the Coffee

    Using a coffee grinder, grind 18g of espresso coffee beans to a fine consistency suitable for espresso.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Espresso Machine

    Turn on your espresso machine and allow it to heat up for at least 15 minutes. Ensure it is clean and properly assembled.

  3. 3

    Tamp the Coffee

    Place the ground coffee into the portafilter and tamp it down evenly with a firm pressure to create a flat surface.

  4. 4

    Brew the Espresso

    Lock the portafilter into the machine and start the brewing process. Extract the espresso for approximately 25-30 seconds until you have about 60ml of espresso.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Pour the double shot of espresso into a pre-warmed cup and enjoy your rich, aromatic coffee.

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