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Ingredients
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Espresso Ingredients
Method
Espresso Preparation
- 1
Grind the Coffee Beans
Using a burr grinder, grind 18 grams of espresso coffee beans to a fine consistency. The grind should resemble table salt.
- 2
Prepare the Espresso Machine
Ensure your espresso machine is clean and ready. Fill the water reservoir with filtered water and turn on the machine to allow it to heat up.
- 3
Tamp the Coffee
Place the ground coffee into the portafilter and use a tamper to apply even pressure. Aim for a firm tamp to ensure proper extraction.
- 4
Brew the Espresso
Lock the portafilter into the machine’s group head. Start the brew cycle and extract two shots of espresso, approximately 30 ml each. Aim for a total brew time of 25-30 seconds.
- 5
Serve
Once brewed, pour the two shots of espresso into a pre-warmed espresso cup and serve immediately. Enjoy your double shot of espresso!
