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Ristretto Coffee Recipe

Alice
This is a quick Ristretto coffee recipe that delivers a rich and concentrated shot in just a few simple steps.
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Prep Time 3 minutes
Cook Time 1 minute
Course Beverage
Cuisine Italian
Servings 1
Calories 5 kcal

Equipment

  • Coffee grinder
  • Portafilter
  • Brewing chamber
  • Tamper
  • Kettle
  • Scale

Ingredients
  

  • 16 grams coffee (finely ground)
  • 50 grams boiling water

Instructions
 

  • Weigh and Grind the Coffee: Measure out 16 grams of coffee and grind it to a texture slightly coarser than what you would use for a standard espresso machine. Add the ground coffee directly into the portafilter.
    Steps to Brew Ristretto Coffee - Weigh and Grind the Coffee
  • Preheat and Tamp: Boil water and preheat your brewing chamber with some of the boiling water. Once heated, tamp the coffee grounds evenly using a tamper to ensure uniform extraction.
    Steps to Brew Ristretto Coffee - Preheat and Tamp
  • Assemble and Add Water: Carefully assemble your brewing chamber, then pour 50 grams of boiling water into the chamber, making sure the coffee grounds are well saturated. Attach the group head to the brewing setup.
  • Brew the Ristretto: Start brewing your Ristretto. Aim for a 16-gram output (using a 1:1 ratio) within 15-20 seconds. You can slightly adjust the brewing time and water quantity based on your coffee's characteristics.
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