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How Do You Make A Single Shot Espresso?

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Traditionally, a single shot (solo) of espresso uses 7g of espresso-fine grounds and yields about 30ml of espresso (about 1 liquid ounce). Weighing shots is a relatively new practice, so most baristas in the last 80 years or so have just used eyesight to judge when the shot was finished. How do I make one … Read more

What Is The Proper Size Of An Espresso Cup?

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Consider that an espresso is about 60 ml. The cup in which this coffee is served should be no bigger than 90ml If the cup is too big, the crema spreads out, becomes thin, and disappears quickly. What size should espresso cups be? Size. Ideally, an espresso cup should be 2-3 oz If the cup … Read more