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Espresso

A small concentrated coffee. This entry means a single; many cafés serve a double.

These figures describe related recipes, not independently interchangeable minimum and maximum values. Yield, crema, texture and cup size interact. Cup capacity is not a measured beverage yield.

Typical preparation

A place to start.

A general recipe example, not a validated brewing recommendation for a particular ORIGEN coffee.

ORIGEN · Coffee drinks

Espresso

A starting recipe

9 g → 18 g (1:2)

Dry ground coffee → Coffee yield, before additions

Typical preparation

Grind fine, use a basket-appropriate dose and weigh the stated coffee yield. Around 20–30 seconds is an initial espresso guide; taste and recipe decide. Ristretto and lungo need their own settings.

The subtle difference

What changes?

A small concentrated coffee. This entry means a single; many cafés serve a double.

Frequently asked questions

Good to know.

Are these quantities mandatory?

No. They are contextual ranges and starting recipes. Names vary by region. Match the recipe to your basket, machine and taste.

Can I adjust the amounts?

Yes. Use the example as a starting point. Change one thing at a time and let your taste guide you.

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