Espresso
Latest articles, industry insights and brewing guides
What Is a Double Espresso? Classic Espresso Guide
A double espresso uses twice the coffee grounds with the same water, doubling concentration. Learn what defines it, how to drink it, and why it’s intense.
What Is Con Panna? The Retro Espresso with Whipped Cream
Con Panna is a classic Italian espresso topped with thick fresh cream, offering a smooth, sweet contrast to bold espresso. Popular since royal times.
What Is Starbucks Espresso? Flavor & Strength Explained
Starbucks espresso is a rich, caramel-toned shot with bold flavor. Learn what makes a single or double shot, and why it’s the base for lattes and cappuccinos.
Starbucks Espresso Con Panna Explained
Learn what Espresso Con Panna is, how it balances bold espresso with whipped cream, and why it’s a great intro to high-concentration coffee.
What Is an Espresso Macchiato and How Is It Made?
An Espresso Macchiato is a shot of espresso 'stained' with a small amount of steamed milk foam—typically just a teaspoon—to highlight, not hide, the coffee’s flavor.
Starbucks Espresso Frappuccino: More Coffee, More Flavor
The Starbucks Espresso Frappuccino has an extra shot of espresso for a bolder coffee taste compared to the regular version.
Where James Joyce Drank Espresso in Trieste
Explore the literary coffee culture of Trieste, where James Joyce wrote parts of Ulysses and early espresso culture flourished.
Why Espresso Is the Truest Expression of Coffee Beans
Espresso delivers coffee’s boldest flavor and aroma. Here’s how a 30ml shot captures the soul of the bean through pressure, precision, and crema.
Why Italians Drink Espresso Standing Up
Italians typically drink espresso standing at the bar — a tradition rooted in space-saving, speed, and social ritual.
Essential Specialty Coffee Drinks: Espresso & Milk-Based Classics
Explore five classic specialty coffee drinks including espresso, latte macchiato, and cream-topped espresso, with details on texture, flavor, and preparation.
How a Teen’s Fake Espresso Order Shaped Her Coffee Obsession
A humorous tale of a teen ordering espresso to seem cool, her bitter first sip, and how coffee shops became her escape—plus key lessons on coffee culture.
Illy Red Blend Cupping: Taste Test of Medium-Roast Espresso
A detailed cupping of Illy’s iconic red can espresso blend, tested across multiple parameters including grind, dose, and water temperature.
How to Choose the Right Espresso Roast Level
Learn how roast level affects espresso flavor, from light to dark, and how to pick the best roast for your café or home setup.
Understanding Espresso Brew Ratio in Specialty Coffee
Learn the standard espresso brew ratio, why it matters, and how it shapes flavor in modern specialty coffee. Essential reading for baristas and home brewers.
What Is Lungo Coffee? Lungo vs Espresso Explained
Lungo is a long-extracted espresso made with more water, not just a diluted shot. Here’s how it differs from espresso and Long Black.
Why Use a Coffee Tamper for Espresso?
A coffee tamper ensures even pressure and extraction by compacting espresso grounds uniformly under 9+ bars of brewing pressure.
How Coffee Grounds Become Durable Espresso Cups
Discover how German designer Julian Lechner turns used coffee grounds into reusable espresso cups and saucers through an eco-friendly recycling process.
How to Pull a Great Espresso: Extraction Techniques Explained
Learn the key variables behind a balanced espresso shot — from grind size and dose to pressure, temperature, and brew time.
What Is Southern Italian-Style Espresso Roast?
Southern Italian espresso roast is the darkest common espresso profile—dominated by bold bitterness and carbon notes, with minimal sweetness.
North Italian Roast: Shallow-Espresso Sweetness Explained
Learn how shallow North Italian-style espresso roast achieves sweet, nutty profiles — and why it’s hard to brew right.