Espresso is a full-bodied base for many specialty coffees, known for its rich flavor and crema.
Introduced to America in the 1980s, ristretto took the coffee scene by storm as a bolder espresso shot.
Ristretto uses half the water of a traditional espresso for a more intense and less bitter shot.
To brew, use a fine coffee grind, a level tamp, and extract 15-20 milliliters in about 15 seconds.
Enjoy ristretto black to appreciate its full-bodied sweetness and floral notes.
Some coffee lovers use ristretto to add depth to milk-based beverages like lattes and cappuccinos.
A ristretto Bianco pairs steamed milk and foam with a double or quadruple ristretto shot.
Ristretto offers a potent flavor profile with slightly less caffeine than a regular espresso.
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