Espresso coffee is one of the most popular types of coffee today. It originated in Italy and has spread to other countries.

In this article, we will be discussing the benefits of drinking this strong coffee shot. At the same time, we will also talk about what an espresso is, the history behind it, and the process.

What is an Espresso?

Espresso is a coffee-based drink that is created by pushing hot water under pressure through finely crushed coffee beans. This gives it a stronger taste and acidity. It is topped with a creamy brown foam which is popularly known as a “crema”. The combination of oils from the coffee grounds and air bubbles creates the crema.

There are several coffee drinks that use espresso as their base ingredient. When you order this strong caffeinated shot, there is a long list of different types of this drink to choose from (e.g. Cappuccinos, Lattes, and Macchiatos).

When you order a shot, the baristas will give you small cups rather than large mugs. This means that the flavor you’ll be getting is the same as regular brewed coffee but intensified. It’s lightly sweet and has a creamier texture since it’s more concentrated.

Espresso – Based Coffee Drinks

Espresso Shot: When you order this, the barista will either serve it in 1oz, 5oz, or 8oz. The smaller the shot, the more caffeinated it will be.

Macchiato: An espresso macchiato contains both the shot and milk to make a sweeter drink. The milk can make it either lighter or richer depending on what you like best.

Latte: A latte is an espresso with steamed milk. This will create a sweeter beverage with less caffeine than a regular shot alone.

Cappuccino: A cappuccino is an espresso with steamed milk that is similar to a latte. The only difference is that it lacks the milk foam that is present in a latte.

Ristretto: Essentially, a single shot of espresso.

Red Eye: If you want a stronger coffee brew, then you might want to switch to Red Eye coffee. Red Eye coffee is a coffee drink with a shot of espresso.

Mocha: A shot of espresso, steamed milk, chocolate, and sometimes a dollop of whipped cream.

The History of Espresso

Angelo Moriondo’s “Instantaneous” Coffee-Making Device

There are several theories as to where espresso originated. One of the earliest claims recorded was in 1884. A man from Turin, Italy named Angelo Moriondo first patented an “instantaneous” coffee-making device.

Unlike the espresso machine that we now know, this device brewed in bulk instead of individual shots and is steam-driven.

Luigi Bezerra’s Single-Serve Espresso Machine

A man named Luigi Bezerra from Milan patented a machine that claimed to have several improvements to the device.

This was known as the first-ever single-serve espresso machine. It was patented on December 19, 1901, and was approved in June 1902.

Bezzera’s machine design was a metal cylindrical chamber that would be half-filled with water. The water is then heated repeatedly until a layer of steam starts to build up in the upper half of the chamber.

As the temperature inside the chamber rises, the layer of steam then increases. The pressurized steam will help force out the hot water and into the bottom reservoir through the coffee grounds.

Although Bezzera made a number of significant improvements to Moriondo’s design, his prototype lacked the ability to produce a consistent shot. His machine remained undervalued because he didn’t have the financial capability and marketing skills to improve his invention.

Desiderio Pavoni’s Espresso Machine

Desiderio Pavoni bought part of the rights to Bezzera’s patent. Pavoni began to further improve the the machine and produce it commercially.

As a matter of fact, this is the reason why although Bezzera made a number of innovations to the machine, Pavoni’s name became synonymous with espresso. Bezzera and Pavoni worked together to create the espresso machine called “Ideale”.

With Pavoni’s innovation, he was able to prevent hot coffee from splashing all over the barista by inventing the first pressure release valve. He also invented the steam wand to help get to the built-up steam inside the boiler.

Giovanni Achille Gaggia (a famous Italian barista) filed a patent for the first modern steamless coffee machine on September 5, 1938.

Espresso became popular outside of Italy when Gaggia returned to his home country. He taught other baristas how to make it. Many different variations of the drink have appeared since then, but the traditional Italian espresso remains at its core.

 

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An espresso is exclusively a coffee machine that will produce coffee quickly and easily. The device design is explicitly for maximum convenience for all who love to drink coffee.

This is a single-serve machine that works by brewing ground coffee beans, one small cup at a time. The device operates on battery power which eliminates the need for any power cords or outlets. In this case, makes it perfect for use in kitchens or offices where outlets are scarce. Espresso’s many features have made it the world standard in espresso machines for over 50 years.

It has two separate containers: one for water and the other for ground beans. These two separate containers allow you to customize your beverage so you can enjoy exactly what you

 

Why Everybody Should Drink Espresso on the Regular

Drinking espresso can make your life better by providing you with energy to work through your day.

It will also help stimulate your senses and boost your creativity levels. Caffeine will find its way immediately to your brain receptors after you drink coffee. This will boost your mental focus. This is according to an article by Today entitled “7 Things You Didn’t Know About Caffeine“.

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