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Not every coffee should be brewed with the same espresso recipe.

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The video provides clear, actionable advice on how to adjust espresso brewing parameters to achieve different flavor profiles, directly addressing common issues like bitterness or sourness in coffee. The visual demonstration of the different shots and the precise ratios make the information easy to understand and replicate.

Summary

The video explains the differences between ristretto, espresso, and lungo coffee shots, detailing the ideal ratios, grind sizes, and resulting flavors for each. It guides viewers on how to adjust their brewing parameters to achieve the desired taste profile based on the coffee beans used.

Structure

1Introduction to different espresso recipes
2Explaining classic espresso ratio and characteristics
3Describing ristretto for darker roasts
4Explaining lungo for lighter roasts
5Encouraging viewers to experiment with ratios

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Which one have you tried before?

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RISTTETTO ESPRESSO LUNGO ESPRESSO A classic espresso is usually around a 1 to 2 ratio. so 18 grams in and about 36 grams out. It's the middle ground, balanced, full bodied and a great starting point for most coffee beans. But if you're using a darker roast and getting more bitterness than you want, try a ristretto. That's a shorter shot with a bit finer grind and usually around a 1 to 1 to one and a half ratio. 18 grams in and around 20 to 22 grams out, you'll get something thicker, sweeter and more concentrated. Then there's Lungo, basically the opposite. Grind a little coarser and pull closer to a 1 to 3 ratio. That extra water increases extraction and gives you a lighter, more open cup. I especially like this with brighter, lighter roasts when a normal espresso tastes too sharp or sour. LUNGO RISTRETTO ESPRESSO LUNGO Which one have you tried before?

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Not every coffee should be brewed with the same espresso recipe. ☕️ The right ratio can completely change how your beans taste. ☕ Espresso: 1:2 18g in → 36g out Balanced, full-bodied, and a great starting point. 🤎 Ristretto: 1:1 to 1:1.5 18g in → 20–27g out Thicker, sweeter, and great when darker roasts taste too bitter. ☕ Lungo: 1:3 18g in → 54g out Lighter and more open, great when lighter roasts taste too sharp or sour. Before blaming your beans or your technique, try changing your recipe. Which one do you prefer? #espresso #espressotips #homebarista #coffee #coffeetips