Espresso

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Espresso

Espresso (/ɛˈsprɛsoʊ/, Italian: [esˈprɛsso]) is a type of coffee beverage that originated in Italy. It is made by forcing a small amount of nearly boiling water under pressure through finely ground coffee beans.

Etymology

The term "espresso" comes from the Italian word "esprimere" which means "to express". This refers to the process of forcing hot water through coffee grounds under high pressure to "express" the flavor.

Preparation

Espresso is typically made using a machine that forces hot water through a "puck" of tightly packed coffee grounds. The water is typically between 92 and 96 degrees Celsius and the pressure is between 9 and 10 atmospheres. The process results in a concentrated beverage with a distinctive flavor.

Related Terms

  • Coffee: A brewed drink prepared from roasted coffee beans.
  • Cappuccino: An Italian coffee drink that is traditionally prepared with double espresso, hot milk, and steamed milk foam.
  • Latte: A coffee drink made with espresso and steamed milk.
  • Mocha: A chocolate-flavored variant of a latte.
  • Americano: A style of coffee prepared by adding hot water to espresso, giving it a similar strength to, but different flavor from, regular drip coffee.
  • Macchiato: An espresso coffee drink with a small amount of milk, usually foamed.

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