Make Espresso without a machine!

Craving a delicious espresso, but don’t have a machine at home? We got you!

AeroPress espresso:

For this method, you should be preparing your freshly roasted coffee beans, grinder, tablespoon to be used to measure the coffee and an AeroPress. Here are the simple steps you need to follow:

• Grind your coffee and prepare two tablespoons of the grounded coffee to be able to make a double shot of espresso.
• Prepare the hot water. Since you are going to make use of an AeroPress, you will be needing hot water between 85 to 96 degrees Celsius.
• Prepare your AeroPress. Put the filter inside the drain cap and put the compartment onto a coffee mug.
• Now, place the ground coffee into the AeroPress and tap it down occasionally.
• Pour ½ cup of hot water into the press and stir. Keep pushing until you observe that the plunger is depressed.
• Now, remove the press and serve the espresso.

Moka Pots Espresso:

For this, you will have to prepare at least 20-22 grams of finely ground coffee beans before and follow these steps:

• Put water at the bottom of the Moka pot and put your coffee powder in the filter you will find inside the pot.
• Place the cover and put it on the stove on medium heat. Wait for the hissing sound that will indicate if the process is done.
• Check if the upper part of the pot already has foamy coffee. If you see this, you can now turn off the heat.
• Stir using a spoon, put in mugs and serve.

French Press Espresso:

For this, you will need very fine ground coffee. Prepare two tablespoons for a cup of water and follow these steps:

• Prepare hot water (90.5 degree Celsius)
• Put the 2 tablespoon of coffee powder in the French Press and add a little water.
• Gently sit and let the coffee grounds absorb the water.
• Add the remaining water and close the lid. Leave it for two and a half minute.
• Enjoy your espresso!

Preparing your coffee at home is not really as complicated as some cafés speak. All you need to do is prepare the necessary ingredients, and choose the method that will be perfect as per your needs.

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