Espresso 101 With Roastmaster Chris

The perfect espresso is both an art and a science.

How To Make The Perfect Espresso:

• Grinder: Capable of grinding a uniform particle size, fine enough to be able to brew espresso properly.
• Espresso Machine: Capable of consistent and powerful pressure.
• Start with fresh espresso beans - like Joffrey's Italian Espresso.
• Use a grinder made for espresso that can grind the beans very fine.
• Place the portafilter under the grinder doser and fill level to top of basket.
• Place the portafilter on a hard surface and "tamp", applying even pressure to ensure a tight pack.
• Make sure no grounds are on the outside rim of the portafilter.
• Lock portafilter into espresso brewer and place a cup beneath.
• Perfectly brewed espresso should pour like two golden brown streams of foam. When finished, it should have a nice thick "crema" on top.
• Sit back and enjoy your espresso shot OR use it to create your favorite latte or cappuccino!

• Latte

  • Ingredients:
    • 2 oz. of your favorite Joffrey’s espresso
    • Your favorite flavored syrup (optional)
    • Steamed milk
  • Prep:
    • Pour espresso into serving cup
    • Add syrup if desired and stir
    • Slowly pour steamed milk over espresso and top with remaining foamed milk

• Cappuccino

  • Ingredients:
    • 2 oz. of your favorite Joffrey’s espresso
    • Steamed milk
    • Foamed milk
  • Prep:
    • Pour espresso into serving cup
    • Then, pour steamed milk slowly over espresso, stopping about half way
    • Pour foamed milk slowly on top of steamed milk, ideally using half steamed milk and half foamed milk

• Mocha

  • Ingredients:
    • 1 oz. Dark, Milk or White Chocolate Sauce
    • 2 oz. of your favorite Joffrey’s espresso
    • Steamed milk
    Prep:
    • Combine espresso and chocolate sauce in serving cup, stir and set aside
    • Steam milk
    • Pour steamed milk into serving cup, stirring gently
    • Enjoy!