Illy Double Espresso Recipe
Make Illy Double Espresso Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Espresso Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Preparation of Ingredients
- 1
Measure Coffee Beans
Use a coffee scale to measure out 18g of espresso coffee beans.
- 2
Grind the Coffee
Grind the coffee beans in a coffee grinder to a fine consistency suitable for espresso.
Espresso Extraction
- 3
Preheat the Machine
Turn on the espresso machine and let it heat up for about 15 minutes.
- 4
Prepare the Portafilter
Attach the portafilter to the machine and ensure it's clean.
- 5
Tamp the Coffee
Add the ground coffee into the portafilter and use a tamper to press it down firmly and evenly.
- 6
Brew the Espresso
Lock the portafilter into the machine and start the extraction. Aim for a brew time of about 25-30 seconds to yield 60ml of espresso.
- 7
Serve
Pour the double espresso into two coffee cups, ready to be enjoyed.
