Espresso Bar Recipe
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Ingredients
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Espresso Shot
Milk-Based Drinks (e.g., Latte, Cappuccino)
Optional Syrups and Sweeteners
Method
Espresso Shot
- 1
Grind and tamp espresso
Grind 18 grams of espresso beans to a fine consistency. Place the grounds into the portafilter and tamp evenly with firm pressure.
- 2
Brew espresso
Insert the portafilter into the espresso machine and start the shot. Brew for 25–30 seconds to yield approximately 60 ml of espresso.
Milk-Based Drinks (e.g., Latte, Cappuccino)
- 3
Steam milk
Pour 180 ml of milk into a steaming pitcher. Steam milk using the espresso machine’s steam wand until it reaches 150–160°F (65–70°C) and has a smooth, velvety texture.
- 4
Combine espresso and milk
Pour the freshly brewed espresso into a cup. Slowly add the steamed milk, holding back foam for a latte or adding more foam for a cappuccino.
Optional Syrups and Sweeteners
- 5
Customize the drink
Add 1 tablespoon of your preferred syrup (vanilla, caramel, or simple syrup) directly to the espresso before adding milk. For a mocha, mix 1 teaspoon cocoa powder with the espresso before adding steamed milk.