An Article Pertaining To The Invention And Function Of An Espresso Machine

If you love a bold, thick cup of coffee, thank the Italians. The espresso machine was created by a clever Italian inventor at the beginning of the 20th century. The device originally used steam pressure produced by a piston lever to force hot water through finely ground coffee beans.

Espresso is treasured throughout the world by those who favor a strong, viscous coffee with a heavy body.

Traditionally, espresso was enjoyed by Europeans and coffee lovers throughout the world. Lately, it has become popular in the U.S.

It is now ordered often in U.S. coffee houses including Starbucks. The Seattle-based retailer has made espresso a good foundation for a variety of toppings and additional flavorings. Drinks such as cappuccinos and lattes all start with espresso. Cream, foam and other foods are then added.

Today’s espresso machines are designed to force steamed water through finely ground coffee to produce the thick, syrupy beverage we know as espresso.

Espresso machines vary in size. Some are quite large. They usually make one serving of espresso at a time. Users flip a lever and a small amount of espresso, called a “shot,” is dispensed. The espresso will have distinctive reddish foam on top, known as crema.

When you make espresso you use a very fine grind of coffee to force steamed water through. This process allows the flavorful oils of the coffee beans to remain. The fine grind also makes for a thicker drink than coffee made with traditional automatic drip machines.

Espresso machines will set you back more than regular machines, but if you are a diehard coffee drinker it’s a price you’re willing to pay for a rich cup of coffee. You can enjoy it as espresso or go a step further and make your own cappuccino or latte.

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