The Soul of Coffee: Espresso, a classic you only understand after tasting it!

It is said that serious people are the most beautiful, this kind of beauty, like the taste of coffee, makes people linger. Espresso (Espresso), as the soul of coffee, is the trump card of coffee. Some cafes that do not sell Espresso are not real cafes, which shows the weight of espresso in people's minds.

1. The origin and composition of espresso.

Archeri, the founder of espresso? By improving the piston pressure system, Gagia made the brewed coffee float with a layer of golden coffee fat (Crema). The first appearance of this substance is believed to be the official birth of espresso. Although espresso is not as old as wine, it is also popular with fans from all over the world, especially in southern European countries such as Italy, Spain and Portugal. From this espresso became the classic representative of Italy, capturing the hearts of generations.

Espresso does not contain any seasoning, is a pure coffee drink, usually floating on the surface of a thick layer of reddish brown oil foam, this substance is made up of vegetable oil, protein and sugar.

2. Classification and taste of espresso.

(1) espresso

A single cup of espresso (Single Espresso) is twice as strong as regular coffee. This kind of coffee usually uses 7-10 grams of coffee powder to brew 25-30 milliliters of espresso in 25-30 seconds. The quantity is small but very rich, and a small cup is enough to refresh you. The taste of authentic espresso is stable and full-bodied, so the first tasting should not exceed two cups a day, otherwise the liver can't stand it.

(2) double espresso

Double espresso (Double Espresso) can be called an enhanced version of Espresso, equivalent to the level of spirits in alcohol, is an exclusively male drink, suitable for people who are obsessed with coffee. Because compared with the single espresso, this kind of coffee is very choking and tastes so strong that it is very difficult for most people to accept.

(3) Triple espresso

There is no doubt that three times the amount of espresso (Triple Espresso) is the limit, but some extreme people pursue the feeling that the taste is surrounded by the whole. Generally speaking, this kind of coffee does not need to be drunk quickly and can be brewed slowly. However, if you are not sure whether you can enjoy it, don't try it easily, because once you like it, it will make you unable to extricate yourself.

(4) coffee beverage

For some people, a cup of thick and hot espresso is usually unacceptable because the bitterness of the coffee is so uncomfortable that people come up with the idea of adding seasoning to the espresso. In fact, a good espresso is like a good base wine, which can make a variety of coffee drinks. The more common coffee drinks are Cappuccino, Coffee Latte, Mocha, Macchiato and so on. These coffee drinks are usually seasoned with milk, milk foam or chocolate, which taste much lighter, but are still sweet and full-bodied, and are loved by girls.

3. The production technology of espresso.

Espresso is the favorite of many people. So how is this common coffee made?

(1) Materials

Coffee powder, coffee powder bowl, pure water, Italian coffee machine, coffee cup

(2) making parameters

Coffee ratio: 6.5 ±1.5g

Water temperature: 90 ±5 ℃

Water pressure: 9 ±2bar

Time: 30 ±5s

(3) steps

First put a portion of coffee powder in a coffee powder bowl, flatten the powder and press it into a "pressed powder"

Pour into the filter of the espresso machine and knock on the coffee filter cover so that the coffee powder is evenly distributed.

Install the coffee maker, put in the pure water according to the machine instructions, turn on the switch, and extract 30 ml of espresso.

4. The drinking method of espresso

The orthodox way to drink espresso is to drink it quickly, when the coffee tastes best, consumes less caffeine, and takes care of your health while enjoying delicacy.

(1) Common drinking methods

Usually Italians who drink espresso will not add any seasoning, because what they like is the extreme original flavor of this coffee, and any other ingredients will ruin a good cup of coffee. However, as ordinary consumers, people generally prefer to add sugar and milk and drink it up after a little stirring. The beauty of this drinking method is to feel the melting process of semi-melted sugar in the mouth, experience the unique enjoyment from bitterness to sweetness, and the slender aftertaste is intoxicating.

(2) the way men drink

Men generally like a strong taste, so they will first drink a sip of ice water to remove the smell from their mouthfuls, and then drink up the coffee in one gulp. Ice water and scalding coffee are like the baptism of ice and fire. Others like to add rum or whisky to their coffee to experience a strong antagonistic taste, which can be called the highest level of espresso.

(3) the way women drink.

In contrast, women drink much more elegantly and elegantly, and the common way to drink is to go with a cup of warm water and slowly taste the beautiful espresso, which is in sharp contrast to the passionate man. In addition, coffee such as cappuccino and latte processed from espresso are women's favorites.

Espresso is a kind of life

In addition to the taste, coffee brings a leisurely mood, a highly respected way of life, and a unique art of life. Life is like an espresso. If you complain about its bitterness, it is because you have not yet experienced the joy of suffering. The flavor of this kind of coffee is compressed with the high-pressure brewing process, and the strong aroma of coffee can only be felt after carefully savoring the bitterness of the coffee.

The delicacy of coffee is not fleeting, but a long stream of water, which is a kind of chic enjoyment. Among the five flavors of life, bitterness and sweetness are the most experienced, and the most important feature of espresso is the unique fragrance after strong bitterness, which is the same as people go through suffering first and then enjoy happiness. Enjoying unsweetened coffee is like experiencing a challenging life. Although it is hard to taste, it will surely come to an end.

The coffee oil floating on the surface of espresso is also a unique coffee art. It is not as attractive as a flower, but it also has a unique charm. Like people, the gorgeous appearance is fascinating, but the plain appearance and the fiery inside are even more unstoppable.

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Source: encyclopedia of Wine