Espresso

High school (ages 12+)
Food & Cooking

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/espresso

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the country of origin?Italy, with early patents around the turn of the 20th century
2. What is the defining characteristic?A stable emulsion of coffee oils and CO2 bubbles forming 'crema'
3. What is espresso and why is it so strong?Espresso is a tiny cup of coffee made by forcing hot water through finely ground beans with high pressure. This process pulls out a lot of flavor quickly, making it taste very strong.
4. How does an espresso machine make coffee so fast?The machine uses steam and high pressure to push hot water through the coffee grounds in about 25-30 seconds. That short brewing time gives you a tasty shot in just a few seconds.

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Third Wave Coffee Movement: A movement emphasizing artisanal production, quality, and appreciation of coffee as a craft.