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Mastery Espresso: Aeropress

Discover the world of espresso, the heart of coffee culture. Known for its rich flavor and creamy texture, espresso is coffee at its most concentrated. True espresso, marked by intense aroma and crema, comes from high-pressure brewing that reveals the deepest flavors of coffee. Enjoy it as a standalone shot or in lattes and cappuccinos. Espresso embodies both art and science in coffee making. Explore its nuances and elevate your coffee experience. For home brewing or on the go, the AeroPress is an excellent alternative. While distinct from a traditional espresso machine, the AeroPress can produce a robust, espresso-like coffee. It leverages manual pressure to extract full-bodied coffee, offering a delightful approximation of espresso's richness and intensity.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

  • AeroPress
  • Coffee
  • Grinder
  • Water
  • Timer
  • Digital scale
  • Spatula or stirrer
  • AeroPress filter
  • Espresso cups

BREWING TIME

30 seconds

BARISTA'S BREW WISDOM

  1. Use a finer grind than for regular coffee, but not as fine as for machine espresso.
  2. Rinse the AeroPress with hot water before use to maintain temperature during extraction.
  3. Keep the infusion time short, about 30 seconds, to avoid over-extraction.
  4. Start with gentle pressure and gradually increase. This extracts rich and complex flavors without over-extracting. Pressing the plunger too quickly can result in bitter or watery coffee.

STEP BY STEP

  • Weigh the Coffee

    Measure your coffee beans using a scale. A common ratio for espresso is 1:2

  • Grind the Beans

    Use a fine grind, coarser than traditional espresso but finer than for drip coffee.

  • Prepare the AeroPress

    Place the AeroPress on the scale, zero it, and add the ground coffee.

  • Add Hot Water

    Pour hot water (about 90°C) over the coffee. Fill the AeroPress to the desired level.

  • Steep Time

    Allow the coffee to infuse for about 30 seconds, then slowly press the plunger.

  • Serve

    Pour the espresso into a preheated cup and enjoy.

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