Espresso was developed in Milan, Italy, in the early 20th century, but up until
the mid-1940s it was a beverage produced solely with steam pressure. The
invention of the spring piston lever machine and its subsequent commercial
success changed espresso into the beverage as it is known today
Espresso coffee brewing is defined by four "M's": the
Macinazione is the correct grinding of a coffee blend, Miscela is the coffee
blend, Macchina is the espresso machine, and Mano is the skilled hand of the
barista. When each factor of the four M's is precisely controlled, the espresso
beverage that is produced is the ultimate coffee experience
Espresso preparation is an art that demands the precision
and dedication of science. I have never achieved, nor have ever seen anyone make
a perfect espresso. A perfect espresso is more of a concept than an actuality.
The beauty is that espresso is volatile and difficult. If it were easy, we would
develop a machine that knows how to make a perfect espresso every time. There
are so many factors involved in espresso preparation that only a human mind and
a passionate heart can begin to understand and control its complexity
To that end we have developed our Spotted Dog Espresso blend.
A blend of c=Central and South American coffees with Indonesian and Ethiopian
accents. Our traditional family recipe. Smooth, creamy, and sweet.
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