How to make espresso at home without an espresso machine?
- An electric kettle with temperature control
- A conical burr grinder for a consistent, even grind
- A scale with a timer, to remove all the guesswork (remember, you’re doing science)
- High-quality coffee beans, preferably Atlas Coffee
Which espresso maker should I buy?
- Manual Espresso Machines
- Semi-Automatic Espresso Machines
- Fully Automatic Espresso Machines
- Super-Automatic Espresso Machines
How to make the perfect espresso at home?
- Heat the water if you haven’t heated it yet.
- Put a tablespoon of ground coffee into the French Press [Prefer to use the spoon that comes with the French Press].
- Now pour up to 4 ounces of hot water into it.
- Let it sit up to 20 seconds to allow the coffee to bloom.
- Add the remaining water (as per your need) and let it rest for 60 seconds.
What can you make with an espresso machine?
You can make a dirty chai with an espresso machine by:
- Filling your cup just over halfway with the tea concentrate,
- Adding a shot of espresso, and
- Topping with hot milk foam.
