Espresso, Intelligentsia

I’ve been a fairly sporadic coffee drinker for years but have never picked up that acquired taste that’s needed to fully appreciate an expresso. The intensity of the brewed beverage and that prolonged aftertaste is less than inviting despite having tasted a cup in both Rome and Venice where it’s said to be one of the best.

There’s so many elements that can guarantee that you’ll enjoy a great expresso all of which include the type of roast, the brewing method, the quality of equipment and most importantly, the person behind the machine.

After watching this brilliant video on the complexities of making the drink, I’ve developed a sense of obligation to try it again. The money phrase for me was -

“Most people who are preparing it don’t give it that sort of respect that it needs”.

It’s compelling content like this that makes it irresistible to admire a craft and the people involved in it even if you may not be a lover of the final product.

Update - Equally enticing is the new video of how to make a perfect cappuccino.

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