How To Make Better Espresso Drinks At Home, According To Baristas Recipe
Make How To Make Better Espresso Drinks At Home, According To Baristas Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Espresso Base
Milk Frothing
Garnish
Method
Prepare Espresso
Grind the Beans
Use a burr grinder to grind 18g of espresso beans to a fine consistency, similar to table salt.
Tamp the Grounds
Place the ground coffee into the portafilter, leveling it off before using a tamper to compress the coffee evenly.
Brew the Espresso
Attach the portafilter to your espresso machine and brew with 300ml of filtered water. Aim for a shot time of 25-30 seconds.
Froth the Milk
Heat the Milk
Pour 150ml of whole milk into a steaming pitcher and heat it to around 150°F (65°C) on the stovetop or using a steam wand.
Froth the Milk
Using a steam wand, froth the milk until it has a velvety texture and doubles in volume. Tap the pitcher on the counter to break any large bubbles.
Add Vanilla Syrup
Mix in 15ml of vanilla syrup into the frothed milk, giving it a gentle stir.
Assemble the Drink
Combine Espresso and Milk
Pour the brewed espresso into a pre-warmed cup, followed by the frothed milk mixture.
Garnish
Top with whipped cream if desired, and sprinkle cocoa powder on top to enhance presentation.