Espresso Coffee Beans 1kg

A great espresso requires a blend of coffee beans suited to the style of drink. While regular light or middle roasted beans can be used to make an espresso, the taste may not be appropriate.

The finest espresso beans are smooth and nuanced, with a a rich crema. They also have less caffeine than drip-style coffee.

Origin

The origin story of espresso coffee beans is fascinating with a twist. According to legend that a 9th century Ethiopian Goat-herder named Kaldi found the first coffee plant among his goats and observed its unique energizing effects on his goats. He began feeding his herd the fruits of the Coffea arabica plant and they became stronger and healthier, and began to become more active. This was the birth of a drink that is now enjoyed by people around the world.

Espresso is created by forcing hot water through finely crushed coffee beans. The resultant brew is sweet in flavor and extremely concentrated, with a layer smooth tight bubbles on top known as the crema. This is the hallmark of a fantastic cup of espresso, and has spawned a whole culture around the beverage.

Espresso isn't just popular in cafes but it can also be made at home. You can enjoy the perfect cup of coffee every time by buying the right equipment and roasting beans yourself. It takes a little longer than buying coffee at the supermarket but the quality and flavor are worth the wait.

It is essential to choose the right coffee beans for your espresso to ensure a rich and delicious drink. Many people use regular coffee to make espresso. This is not recommended because they are ground and roasted differently, which could result in a bitter or weak the brew.

The espresso coffee beans we sell are specifically ground and roasted for the espresso brewing process and will deliver you an exceptional cup of coffee every day every time. We only source the highest quality Arabica and Robusta beans from farms that adhere to sustainable farming practices and ethical standards. This unique coffee comes from the Colombian region of Huila, which is famous for its fertile valleys, snow-capped mountains, and soil that has been enriched with minerals over time.

Roast

Roasting is the process that transforms raw green beans into coffee that we drink. The roasting process is also responsible for the coffee's flavour color, aroma, and colour. The roasting process is a very precise science and requires great expertise and experience to manage the temperature of the fire so that the beans don't get burned and turn dark or bitter.

During the roasting process the beans lose some of their moisture and expand by as much as five percent. The beans also begin to release carbon dioxide, which causes them expand and crack. This is known as the 1st Crack. The 1st Crack is the point at which sugars begin to caramelize and bound up water begins to escape. It's also the moment that the structure of the bean breaks, allowing oils to escape from their pockets inside the seed. It is a critical moment in the roasting process, and if rushed te crema and also the consistency and amount of extraction.

There is always a trade off between extracting your coffee to the highest strength and tasting rich. The more you extract the more powerful it will be however, it also increases the risk of bitterness and acidity. You may be tempted to make up for this by using recipes with high yields. As you increase the multiplier, you increase the amount of water passing through the grinds. This is important and can cause more flavour to be lost.

Dose is the most flexible lever for control, but there are many other elements that play a part in the strength of your espresso. The ratio is the most important factor, along with the quality of your grinder, the size and speed of your portafilter as well as the speed at which you pull your shot.

A longer ratio (less than 1:2) will yield an intense, balanced espresso with a smooth mouthfeel. On the contrary, a smaller ratio will yield an intense, but less balanced espresso. Finding the right balance is key. You can achieve this by altering the ratio and experimenting with the amount based on the intensity and flavour you like.

Brewing

Espresso beans are ground finer than regular coffee beans and brewed with greater pressure. This produces a stronger espresso, with more intense aromas and flavors. Espresso is used in a variety of coffee recipes, including cappuccinos and lattes, which are generally made using milk. Espresso is often used in baking, or as a garnish for desserts made with coffee or chocolate.

Espresso coffee can be made using a variety of brewing methods including drip coffee, Turkish coffee, cold brew and French press. The type of brewing method you choose depends on your personal preferences as well as the equipment for brewing coffee you have at your disposal. You can determine the best espresso by testing various brewing methods and ingredients.

It is possible to use espresso beans for other drinks made with coffee, but they are best suited for beverages that are espresso-based. Espresso beans are roasted over a long, usually until and beyond the second crack, which results in them a darker toasty and more intense flavor. In addition espresso beans are typically roast with higher levels of volatile compounds such as chlorogenic acids 4 and trigonelline 2, which are responsible for the body, bitterness and flavor of espresso.

Although it is technically feasible but the results may not be as desirable. Espresso beans are roasted to bring specific flavours, such as chocolatey and fruity, that is difficult to replicate using other roasts.

When making espresso, the key is to achieve a good crema. It is a thick, dense layer of coffee foam which rises to the top of the coffee after it has been extracted at high pressure. A great crema is a sign you have combined the necessary basic inputs from your coffee beans grinder, grinder, resistance in the coffee bed and water temperature to create an excellent espresso.

The quality of the coffee beans is crucial to achieving a great, creamy crema. The best espresso beans are ones that have been roasting to a medium or dark roast, and have been grinded as fine as they can be. They should also be fresh, since whole beans will preserve their flavor and taste longer than ground varieties. It is also essential to store beans in a sealed container away from heat and moisture.