Espresso
Advanced
Brew Time
25-30 seconds
Water Temperature
90-96°C
Grind Size
Fine
Ratio
1:2-1:2.5
Difficulty
Advanced
About
Espresso is the foundation of modern coffee culture, producing a concentrated shot by forcing near-boiling water through finely ground coffee at 9 bars of pressure. The result is a small, intense serving topped with a layer of crema. Mastering espresso requires precise control of grind size, dose, tamping pressure, and extraction time, but rewards the barista with the richest and most complex coffee experience.
Equipment Needed
Espresso machine, tamper, grinder (burr), scale, portafilter