Espresso
Latest articles, industry insights and brewing guides
How to Drink Macchiato Espresso & What to Pair With It
Macchiato is one-third the size of a cappuccino, topped only with milk foam—not steamed milk—to preserve espresso’s bold flavor. Here’s how to drink it right.
How to Drink and Pair a Double Espresso
A bold, concentrated shot: we explain how to enjoy double espresso and what foods pair best with its intense flavor.
How to Drink and Pair a Double Espresso
A double espresso is twice the coffee grounds with the same water, creating bold intensity. Learn how to drink it and what foods pair best.
Nespresso Launches First AAA-Based Limited Edition Dhjana Coffee
Nespresso’s new limited edition Dhjana is its first blend entirely sourced through the AAA Sustainable Quality Program, blending Brazilian, Colombian, Costa Rican and Indian beans.
Nespresso’s New Limited Dhjana Coffee Explained
Nespresso’s first ever AAA Sustainable Quality Program-only limited edition, Dhjana, blends four origins for a complex, flavorful espresso profile.
What Is a Single Espresso? The Kung Fu Coffee Classic
A single espresso is a tightly extracted 30-second shot, typically served in a small glass and drunk quickly. Learn how it’s made, served, and paired.
12 Key Factors That Affect Your Espresso Quality
Master the 12 critical variables—grind, dose, water temp, pressure & more—that determine perfect espresso extraction every time.
What’s the Difference Between Instant, Espresso, and Specialty Coffee?
Instant, espresso, and specialty coffee differ in brewing, flavor, and quality. Learn what defines each and why freshness matters most.
Why Espresso Has Less Caffeine Than Drip Coffee
Espresso has about 80mg caffeine per cup, while drip coffee contains around 115mg. Here’s why your shot has less kick than you think.
How to Drink Espresso in Three Sips
Learn how to enjoy espresso with sugar in three distinct phases—creamy, sweet, and sugary finish—for a balanced flavor experience.
Espresso Con Panna: What It Is and How to Make It
Espresso con panna is a simple shot of espresso topped with whipped cream. Here’s what makes it classic, where it got its other names, and how to make it right.
How to Brew the Best Espresso Using the 4Ms Method
Learn the 4Ms—blend, grind, machine, and technique—that make a truly great espresso shot with perfect crema and balance.
What Is Espresso and How Is It Made?
Espresso is a high-pressure coffee brew made with 7–8g of dark roast beans, extracted at 9 bars for 25–30 seconds to yield 30ml of rich crema-topped shot.
Nespresso’s First AAA-Based Limited Edition Coffee
Dhjana is Nespresso’s first limited-edition coffee entirely crafted under the AAA Sustainable Quality Program. Discover its unique blend and flavor profile.
Why Italians Drink Espresso Standing Up
Discover why authentic Italian espresso is meant to be sipped quickly while standing — and how that shapes the country’s coffee culture.
Why Double Espresso Feels Like a Stronger Coffee Drink
A double espresso has twice the coffee grounds but the same water—making it twice as strong. Here’s what that means and who it’s for.
How to Taste and Make a Single Espresso Shot
A single espresso is rich, bold, and topped with thick crema. Learn what makes it great, how to pull one, and what to pair it with.
How to Tell If Your Espresso Is Good
Learn the key signs of a well-pulled espresso—crema, body, flavor balance—and how espresso brewing extracts less caffeine than other methods.
How to Tell If Your Espresso Is Good
Learn what defines a great espresso: crema color, body, flavor balance, and 25–30 second extraction with 7–8g coffee at 9 bars pressure.
What Is Con Panna Coffee? A Royal-Style Espresso Drink
Con Panna is a classic espresso topped with whipped cream, originating as a royal coffee. Learn its history, how to enjoy it, and what to pair it with.