Your Coffee Ratio and Recipe Handbook - Prime Coffee Suppliers

Your Coffee Ratio and Recipe Handbook

Hey Coffee Lovers!

Welcome to the ultimate guide of coffee recipes and ratios. Understanding the different types of coffees, their unique offerings, and the perfect brewing ratios is essential. 

All the recipes mentioned below use a shot of espresso made from finely ground coffee beans. The given recipes are optimised for this preparation method, ensuring robust flavour and optimal extraction. If you are using different types of beans or a different brewing method, you might need to adjust the grind size and ratios accordingly to achieve the best results.

Ready to explore how to create some of your favourite coffee drinks? Let’s get into it.

Espresso

Espresso is the foundation of many coffee beverages. It's a concentrated coffee brewed by forcing a small amount of nearly boiling water through finely-ground coffee beans. It forms the base for many other coffee drinks and is known for its rich flavour and thick, creamy consistency.

 Ingredients
  • 18g ground coffee beans
  • 2 ounces (60 ml) of water

Instructions

1. Prepare Your Equipment: Preheat your espresso machine and portafilter.

2. Measure and Grind: Use 18 grams of coarsely ground coffee.

3. Tamp the Coffee: Distribute the coffee evenly in the portafilter and tamp firmly.

4. Pull the Shot: Insert the portafilter and start the extraction process. Aim for a 25-30 second extraction to yield 2 ounces of espresso.

Americano

An Americano is essentially a diluted espresso - it's a versatile drink, often enjoyed by those who appreciate the strong taste of espresso but prefer a lighter, more diluted beverage. The balance between coffee and hot water can vary depending on personal taste preferences.

 Ingredients
  • 18g of ground coffee beans
  • 2 ounces (60 ml) of water for espresso
  • 4 ounces (120 ml) of hot water

Instructions

1. Pull a Double Shot of Espresso: Follow the instructions for making espresso.
2. Add Hot Water: Pour 4 ounces of hot water into the espresso to dilute.

Latte

A Latte is made with a shot of espresso and steamed milk, topped with a small amount of milk foam. It has a creamy texture and a milder coffee flavour, making it a popular choice for those who prefer less intense coffee.

Ingredients
  • 18g of ground coffee beans
  • 2 ounces (60 ml) of water for espresso
  • 8 ounces (240 ml) of steamed milk
  • 1 ounce (30 ml) of milk foam

Instructions

 1. Pull a Double Shot of Espresso: Follow the instructions for making espresso.
2. Steam the Milk: Froth 8 ounces of milk to a creamy texture.
3. Combine: Pour the steamed milk into the espresso, and top with a small amount of milk foam.

 

Cappuccino 

A Cappuccino is an espresso-based coffee drink that is equal parts espresso, steamed milk, and milk foam. It is known for its balanced flavour and velvety texture, often enjoyed with a sprinkle of cocoa powder or cinnamon on top.

Ingredients
  • 18g of ground coffee beans
  • 2 ounces (60 ml) of water for espresso
  • 2 ounces (60 ml) of steamed milk
  • 2 ounces (60 ml) of milk foam

Instructions

 1. Pull a Double Shot of Espresso: Follow the instructions for making espresso.
2. Steam the Milk: Froth 2 ounces of milk to create a creamy texture, and an additional 2 ounces to create dense milk foam.
3. Combine: Pour the steamed milk into the espresso and top with milk foam.

 

Flat White

Flat White is made with a shot of espresso and micro-foamed milk. It has a velvety texture and a strong coffee flavour, with less milk than a latte and no foam.

Ingredients
  • 18g of ground coffee beans
  • 2 ounces (60 ml) of water for espresso
  • 4 ounces (120 ml) of steamed milk

Instructions

 1. Pull a Double Shot of Espresso: Follow the instructions for making espresso.
2. Steam the Milk: Froth 4 ounces of milk to a velvety texture.
3. Combine: Pour the steamed milk over the espresso, with little to no foam.

 

Mocha

A Mocha is a chocolate-flavoured variant of a latte, made with espresso, steamed milk, and chocolate. The blend of coffee and chocolate is perfect for satisfying sweet cravings while also providing a caffeine boost.

Ingredients
  • 18g of ground coffee beans
  • 1.5 ounces (45 ml) of hot water
  • 1 ounce of dark chocolate (finely chopped)
  • 2 ounces of steamed milk or half & half

Instructions

 1. Pull a Double Shot of Espresso: Follow the instructions for making espresso and add the hot water.
2. Add Dark Chocolate: Pour the freshly brewed espresso over the chopped dark chocolate, stirring until the chocolate is fully melted and combined.
3. Steam the Milk: Steam 2 ounces of milk or half & half until it's hot and frothy.
4. Combine: Pour the steamed milk into the cup with the espresso and melted chocolate mixture.

 

Cortado

A Cortado is made with equal parts espresso and steamed milk. The milk is steamed to a light texture, cutting through the acidity of the espresso without diluting its strength.

Ingredients
  • 18g of ground coffee beans
  • 2 ounces (60 ml) of water for espresso
  • 2 ounces (60 ml) of steamed milk

Instructions

 1. Pull a Double Shot of Espresso: Follow the instructions for making espresso.
2. Steam the Milk: Froth 2 ounces of milk to a creamy consistency.
3. Combine: Pour the steamed milk into the espresso in equal parts.

 

Macchiato

A Macchiato, meaning "stained" or "spotted" in Italian, is an espresso with a small amount of milk foam on top. It is a strong coffee drink with just a touch of milk to mellow the intensity of the espresso.

Ingredients
  • 18g of ground coffee beans
  • 2 ounces (60 ml) of water for espresso
  • 1-2 teaspoons of milk foam

Instructions

 1. Pull a Double Shot of Espresso: Follow the instructions for making espresso.
2. Prepare the Milk Foam: Froth a small amount of milk to create dense foam.
3. Combine: Spoon a small amount of milk foam onto the espresso.

 

Ristretto

A Ristretto is a short shot of espresso made with the same amount of coffee but half the amount of water. It is more concentrated than a regular espresso, resulting in a richer, bolder flavour.

Ingredients
  • 18g of ground coffee beans
  • 1 ounce (30 ml) of water

Instructions

 1. Prepare Your Equipment: Preheat your espresso machine and portafilter.
2. Measure and Grind: Use 18 grams of coarsely ground coffee.
3. Tamp the Coffee: Distribute the coffee evenly in the portafilter and tamp firmly.
4. Pull the Shot: Insert the portafilter and start the extraction process, aiming for a 15-20 second extraction to yield 1 ounce of concentrated espresso.

 

Thank you for stopping by...we hope our Coffee Ratio and Recipe Handbook has sparked your curiosity and inspired you to dive deeper into the world of coffee.

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But, of course, it's not just about the products; it's about the passion. We're dedicated to sourcing our beans responsibly and ensuring top-notch quality in everything we offer. 

Here's to your next coffee adventure with Prime Coffee Suppliers – cheers to you and your love for the perfect brew!

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