How To MakeCuban Espresso So you want to know how to makeCuban espresso? Great! As you probably know, a Cuban espresso isan espresso that is sweetened with sugar as it is brewed (though other drinks have come be known as Cuban espresso).
The first thing you'll need to make a killer Cuban espresso is the right beans. Aficionados swear by Cuban-style brands such as Bustelo, Pilon and La LLave, though any very dark, Columbian-style roast will work just fine.
Before you try making a Cuban espresso, you should learn how to make a regularespresso first.
So, here's howyou make a Cuban espresso:
1. Using an espresso machine, add the desired amount of finely ground coffee.
2. For every demitasse (half) cup ofespresso you want to make, useone teaspoon of sugar. The key to Cubanespresso is that it be very sweet. The trickis to put the sugar into the glass carafe before youbrew the coffee.
3. Brew the coffee just as you would an espresso. The coffee will pour over the sugar in the carafe as itbrews. After it is finished filling the carafe, stir it briskly as there will still be a little undissolved sugar. Pour the coffee into several demitasse cups and enjoy.
As a note, for Cafe con Leche, simply use 2 parts Cuban Coffee to 1 part steamed milk.
Well, I hope that gets you startedwith making great espresso. However, to make outstanding espresso, you should learn a little more! Head on our to our website to get a free eBook titled How to Make Espresso So Good You'll Never Waste Money on Starbucks Again!
Patrick Goldman
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