“ Using a scale helps you find out where you’re making mistakes It really eliminates the mystery of weight and ratio, so you can focus more on pertinent variables, like grind size and coffee origin,” says Kelly. A digital scale helps you to achieve this certainty—not just once, but every time you brew. Do you … Read more
The baratza virtuoso grinder can do espresso but it’s incredibly limited to how dialed in you can get—that’s why there are so many grinders specifically designed for espresso. Even at the finest setting, we felt it would be better suited for a pressurized portafilter. Can you use a burr grinder for espresso? Espresso grind needs … Read more
The standard combination for a latte is 1/3 espresso, 2/3 steamed milk , and a small, thin layer of microfoam on the surface. With this ratio, baristas can easily adjust the size of the latte when you order it, though the traditional size of the latte ranges between 10-12 ounces. How do you make a … Read more
Doppio means “double” in Italian and is just that: a double shot of espresso. What does an extra shot of espresso mean? Additional shots in a drink indicate more espresso flavor and a higher caffeine content. Is an extra shot of espresso more caffeine? Espresso has 63 mg of caffeine in 1 ounce (the amount … Read more