Espresso Making

Introduction An espresso tamper may seem like a simple tool, but it plays a crucial role in achieving that rich, creamy shot you dream of. By compressing the ground coffee evenly in the portafilter basket, a high-quality tamper ensures consistent pressure and extraction.  With the right tamper, even…

Understanding Espresso Espresso involves forcing near-boiling water at high pressure through finely-ground coffee beans, resulting in a concentrated shot (typically 1 ounce or 30 milliliters) with a rich and intense flavor profile. This method extracts more flavor and caffeine compared to drip coffee. The hallmark of a well-prepared…