Espresso Recipe
What sounds simple at first glance with two basic ingredients is in fact one of the supreme disciplines in the world of coffee: the correct preparation of an espresso. What is the best way to combine water with espresso powder? For our espresso recipe you only need a portafilter machine.
Equipment
- Espresso Machine or Espresso Maker
- Espresso Cup
Ingredients
- 7-7.5 g Finely Ground Espresso Powder
- 25-30 ml Water
Instructions
- Preheat your espresso cup to get a perfect result at the end. The best way to do this is to fill the cup with hot water and then pour it out again. With the hot water dispenser of your espresso machine, you can do this without any problems.
- If you haven't already, grind your coffee beans. The degree of grinding should be as fine as possible.
- Use your preferred amount of espresso powder. The standard amount for a single shot is 7 grams, although this number is a guide. With 0.5 grams more or less you are also good, so you should find your own optimal quantity.
- Fill the portafilter and smooth the surface.
- Then tamper the espresso powder. This has the purpose of compaction to withstand the water pressure of the machine. In this way, the aromas unfold as desired.
- Brew the espresso into your preheated cup in about 25 seconds extraction time. Enjoy your espresso!
Notes
You should definitely pay attention to the four M's when making espresso. These go into the most important elements you need to make your espresso taste the way it should. They are as follows:
- Blend: Darker blends, often with a high proportion of Robusta, are particularly suitable for espresso. This is because these roasts are typically less acidic than lighter blends.
- Degree of grinding: If you want to make espresso, then you should pay special attention to the degree of grinding of your espresso ground. In order to achieve the desired effect in your machine, the powder should be ground as finely as possible.
- Espresso Machine: The machine must meet the requirements to produce an original espresso. This is especially true with regard to three factors: the temperature of the water, the water pressure, and the quality of the water.
- Human: Of course, you are also a factor in preparing the right espresso. Just follow our step-by-step instructions and you are guaranteed to get a delicious espresso as the end result.
