Most healthy persons can normally consume 3-6 shots of espresso without any side effects. Going beyond that can cause jitters, anxiety, and even heart palpitations. They healthy limits of caffeine for adults in 400 mg/day and a shot of Espresso has around 60-70 mg of caffeine. Listen to your body and don’t overdo it – … Read more
Growing up I only knew two ways to use coffee beans to brew a cup of coffee either to buy a grinder to grind the whole bean coffee or to buy a pack of pre-ground coffee. I always thought that it would take days to brew a cup of coffee with whole bean coffee and … Read more
Keurig coffee makers have been quite popular for the past decade now, mainly because of their ease of use and convenience. It is estimated that more than 36 million Keurig units are being used in homes and offices across the US. Quite a huge number, Isn’t it? Just put the k cup pod into the machine, press … Read more
Pulling cafe-quality espresso shots requires some skill. But don’t let an espresso machine intimidate you. With a basic understanding of how these machines work and what each component does, even a beginner can create top-notch espresso like a pro. Whether you want strong and intense espresso shots or you want to add water or milk … Read more
Generally, Espresso is less acidic than coffee as it uses dark roasts and is made by forcing hot water through coffee grounds at high pressure, for a very short period of time. This rapid extraction method minimizes acid release from the beans, yielding a concentrated yet smooth shot of coffee. Hold on! Factors like bean … Read more
The Ristretto shot is a highly concentrated espresso prepared by reducing the water content to half while using the same amount of coffee grounds as regular Espresso. Typically, a Ristretto yields 15-20 mL (0.5-0.7 ounces) shot and has a coffee-to-water ratio of 1:1. This condensed extraction method yields a remarkable flavor profile, with a rich, … Read more
Espresso Con Panna is an Italian coffee drink that translates to “espresso with cream.” As the name suggests, it is a shot of espresso topped with a dollop of whipped cream. This coffee drink is essentially a variation of the traditional Espresso Macchiato, which is an espresso shot with a small amount of milk foam. … Read more
The main difference between a macchiato and a cortado is the ratio of milk to espresso and how the milk is prepared. A macchiato is made with a shot of espresso and a small amount of foamed milk layered on top, while a cortado is made with an equal amount of steamed milk and espresso, … Read more
The main difference between Ristretto and Espresso is the coffee-to-water ratio. Espresso is made using a ratio of 1:2, which gives a balanced taste. And Ristretto uses a ratio of 1:1, meaning very little water is used to create a shot. This makes the coffee more intense and syrupy in flavor. If you love the … Read more
Both Latte and Macchiato start with espresso as a base, but they differ in their milk content. The Macchiato is a small drink around 3 oz prepared with just a splash of milk, and has bold coffee-forward flavors. The Latte is around 8-12 oz and prepared with a large amount of milk, which makes it … Read more