Coffee
Coffee
Coffee is a brewed beverage made from roasted seeds of the Coffea plant.
Overview
- Origin: Ethiopia (9th century)
- Main species: Coffea arabica, Coffea canephora (robusta)
- Processing: Washed (wet) or natural (dry)
- Common brew methods: Espresso, filter, immersion
Espresso
Espresso is a concentrated coffee beverage brewed under pressure.
- Typical dose: 18–20 g
- Yield: 36–40 g
- Brew ratio: 1:2
- Time: ~25–30 seconds
- Pressure: 9 bar
Preferred Profiles
- Washed Ethiopian: floral, citrus, high acidity
- Brazilian natural: chocolate, nutty, low acidity
Notes
- Espresso invented in Italy, early 20th century
- "Espresso" = "pressed out" in Italian
- Third-wave coffee emphasizes origin, process, and precision