Let’s face it; life without coffee would be miserable. Sure, not everyone drinks coffee, but for the majority, this is one drink that is a must – every day. Coffee is loved that it actually has its own day – well not just ordinary coffee that is. No, instead this little coffee shop in Westford is talking about espresso.
National Espresso Day is November 23rd!
At Classic Kitchen Cafe, we love making delicious coffee – including the beloved espresso variations! So, in honor of this day, we’re providing you with a few fun facts to help celebrate!
Let’s talk about beans.
Did you know that just one shot of espresso needs around 50 coffee beans to make. However, if one bad coffee bean falls into the mix, it might end up ruining the taste of that whole cup
Coffee in Space?
You bet! In 2015, astronauts brought an espresso machine into space. The machine was carried onboard the International Space Station so that the crew could brew fresh espresso! Talk about some out of this world coffee!
Brewing Fact:
A typical espresso machine uses up to 132 pounds per square inch of pressure to extract the coffee out of the coffee
beans. Traditional drip coffee makers, on the other hand, just use gravity.
It’s an Italian necessity.
In Italy, where the espresso drink is said to have originated, espresso is regulated by the Italian government. Why? Because there, it is considered to be an essential part of their daily life.
Hmmmm, this one may leave you thinking.
Brewed espresso has about 2.5% fat inside of it. Filtered coffees stand at about 0.6% fat. This is because espresso drinks are an emulsion. In other words, it is a liquid that is composed of saturated oils.
Back to beans
Technically, espresso is not a type of coffee bean or a particular type of roast. Espresso is the drink itself. It is the type of coffee brewing technique that uses high pressure and force. When the machine is pressing, nearly boiling water filters through the finely ground coffee for about 30 seconds resulting in an espresso.
Es versus Ex
The word espresso translates to “to express” in English. Also, the word should be pronounced “es-press-so,” but the word is often incorrectly pronounced as “ex-press-so.”
BONUS FACT:
Classic Kitchen Cafe is serving up the best coffee in Westford! Quaint, cozy, and always welcoming – CKC is the perfect place to start the day, catch up with friends, or simply visit just because! Whether you prefer your coffee hot or cold, we have the perfect brew for you!
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