A Condensed Espresso History

In late 1800s, fresh brewed coffee was called Café-espress because it was made expressly for the individual who ordered it. This means that the beans were freshly roasted, freshly ground, and freshly brewed directly before drinking.

As time passed, people began to have less time to wait for their coffee to brew, similar to our society today. This caused the need for an espresso machine that would brew quickly and accurately. The first attempt was made in 1896 at the World's Fair, and it used steam to brew up to 3,000 cups per hour. Unfortunately, direct contact with steam cause the coffee to taste poor and bitter.

The solution came in 1901 when the first espresso machine was invented by Luigi Bezzara, and then manufactured in 1905 by Pavoni, the founder of the famous La Pavoni machines today. Now you know who to thank!

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The Top 3 Most Popular Coffee Selections

Coffee is a delicious treat, but are you drinking the best of the best?

• Espresso: Espresso is a truly popular coffee choice, and it is made with finely ground dark roasted espresso beans. These coffee grounds will be placed into the portafilter of an espresso machine, and water will be forced through to extract a delicious brew. The ideal espresso shot should brew within 25 seconds, and it should be topped with a rich and thick hazelnut colored crema.
• Cappuccino: This is a wonderful coffee treat, and it is made with one third espresso and two thirds frothed milk. To froth your milk correctly, it is important to start out with cold milk in a cold metal pitcher. For the perfect foam, make sure to keep your steam wand below the surface of the milk to prevent bubbles.
• Turkish Coffee: This is a wonderful coffee variety to try, and it is made with finely ground coffee beans that almost resemble a powder. This is a sweeter coffee brew since it will often come brewed with sugar already.

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