A double espresso is a concentrated coffee shot made by extracting 40 g of espresso from 20 g of finely ground coffee, resulting in a rich, intense flavor served hot and fresh.
Double Espresso
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A double espresso is a concentrated coffee shot made by extracting 40 g of espresso from 20 g of finely ground coffee, resulting in a rich, intense flavor served hot and fresh.
Prep
2 min
Cook
—
Total
2 min
Servings
1
Diet
Dairy free, Gluten free, Vegan
Ingredients
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servings
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- 20.0 g (20.0 g)finely ground espresso coffee
- 40.0 g (40.0 g)espresso shot (extracted)
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Instructions
- Dose and tamp 20 g of finely ground espresso coffee evenly into the portafilter.
- Extract 40 g of espresso in 25–30 seconds using an espresso machine.
- Serve immediately while hot.
Tips
- Use freshly ground beans for the best flavor and preheat your cup to keep the espresso hotter longer.
Recipe FAQ
How long does it take to make double espresso?
Plan on 2 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.
Can I make double espresso ahead?
Best fresh. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 2 days and rewarm gently on the stove; don't let it boil.
Is this drink vegan?
Yes, as written. Check that packaged ingredients such as syrups, sauces and toppings are labeled vegan.
Estimated · per serving
Nutrition
Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.
1
Calories / serving
0.0g
Fat
0.1g
Carbs
0.0g
Protein
0.0g
Sugar
Whole recipe (1 serving): ~1 cal · 0g fat · 0g carbs · 0g protein · 0g sugar
Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.
Per serving · 1 calories
What it takes to burn one serving
- Brisk walking 1 min·0.1 mi·~100 steps
- Walking uphill or incline treadmill 1 min·0.1 mi·~100 steps
- Moderate cycling 1 min·0.2 mi
- Swimming laps 1 min
- Jogging 1 min·0.1 mi·~150 steps
- Stair climbing 1 min·~100 steps
- Dancing 1 min
- Bodyweight circuit training 1 min
- Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 1 min
Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.
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