Ristretto Coffee

How to make Ristretto Coffee Recipe - The ristretto is espresso for the advanced drinker an essence of coffee that leaves a strong, lingering aftertaste.

ESPRESSO, DAIRY WITHOUT, TEMP HOT, SERVES 2

Equipment:
espresso machine
2 demitasse glasses or cups

Ingredients:
1/2–3/4oz (16–20g) fine
ground coffee per shot

Method:
1. brew one shot/1fl oz (25ml) of espresso into each glass or cup.

2. Stop the flow of water at about 1 tbsp–1⁄2fl oz (15–20ml) in each glass or cup (after 15–20 seconds), for a concentrated sip of coffee with a thick texture and intensified flavors.

TIP:
As an option, you can use a slightly finer grind or more coffee to restrict the water and extract more solubles, although these methods often result in increased bitterness, which you want to avoid.

Notes:
RISTRETTO MEANS “RESTRICTED” AND LUNGO TRANSLATES AS “LONG.” SURPRISINGLY, A RISTRETTO CONTAINS LESS CAFFEINE THAN A LUNGO

Ristretto Coffee