Espresso
Latest articles, industry insights and brewing guides
How to Taste and Evaluate Espresso
Learn how to properly taste and assess espresso with key factors like freshness, grind, dose, and tamping explained in detail.
How to Drink Espresso Like an Italian
Learn how to taste, enjoy, and pair different styles of espresso—from solo shots to macchiatos—with exact ratios, brewing specs, and flavor notes.
10 Essential Steps for Daily Espresso Machine Operation
Learn the 10 daily steps to prep and operate your espresso machine for consistent, high-quality extractions every time.
Six Health Benefits of Drinking Espresso Coffee
Espresso boosts skin health, protects your liver, and may reduce cancer and gallstone risks. Here are six science-backed perks of daily espresso.
How to Clean an Espresso Machine Properly
To keep your espresso machine in top shape, clean the brew head daily and descale pipes monthly using pure water and specialized cleaners.
Types of Espresso Machines and Their Pros and Cons
Learn how espresso machines evolved from manual to automatic, their brewing methods, and the key benefits and drawbacks of each type.
How to Make a Proper Espresso: Skill and Precision Required
Learn what makes a great espresso—temperature, pressure, grind, and timing—and why it’s harder than it looks.
Espresso Blend with Brazilian, Indian and Indonesian Beans
This Swiss 'Melodie' espresso blend uses Brazilian, Indian and Indonesian beans, lightly roasted for a smooth, rounded cup with music-like balance.
Why Espresso Feels Thick and How That Creates Aftertaste
Espresso’s thick mouthfeel comes from suspended CO₂ bubbles and emulsified oils, which also deliver longer-lasting aroma and a smoother finish.
How Much Caffeine Is in a Shot of Espresso?
A standard espresso shot has 1/3 to 1/2 the caffeine of other brew methods due to its short 20-second extraction time.
How to Tell If Your Espresso Is Good
A great espresso has rich crema, balanced flavor, and the right extraction. Here’s how to evaluate it like a pro.
Espresso: Italy’s Golden Coffee Ambassador
Espresso is the foundation of creative coffee drinks like milk foam art. Learn what makes a great shot and why it defines Italian coffee culture.
What Is Espresso and Why Is It So Strong?
Espresso, or Italian-style espresso, is a small, intense shot brewed under high pressure. Learn why it tastes so strong and how it’s made.
Why Single Espresso Is the Foundation of Kung Fu Coffee
Single espresso is Europe’s go-to coffee: small, strong, and made with precision. Learn how it's brewed, served, and best enjoyed in just seconds.
How to Drink and Pair a Double Espresso
A double espresso has twice the coffee dose, not volume—here’s how to drink it right and what foods pair best.
What Is Con Panna Coffee? A Retro Espresso Drink
Con Panna is a classic espresso topped with whipped cream. Learn how this vintage-style coffee drink combines bold espresso with creamy texture.
Nespresso’s New Limited-Edition Dhjana Coffee Explained
Discover Nespresso’s first AAA Sustainable Quality Program-only limited edition, Dhjana, blending Brazilian, Costa Rican, Colombian and Indian Robusta beans.
Why Is Espresso Served in Such Small Cups?
Find out why authentic Italian espresso comes in tiny cups — and how size, timing, and temperature shape your shot.
James Joyce, Trieste, and the Birth of Espresso Culture
How James Joyce wrote literary masterpieces in Trieste’s cafés while drinking early espresso-style coffee amid Austro-Hungarian influences.
How to Identify a Great Espresso Shot
A perfect espresso should yield 30ml in 25 seconds with 4cm+ crema. Learn how to judge color, aroma, and taste like a pro.