Espresso ground coffee

Espresso ground coffee is finely ground coffee specially prepared for making espresso, a concentrated and intense-flavored drink originating from Italy. This type of ground coffee is characterized by its very fine grind, which allows hot water to pass through at high pressure and extract maximum flavor and aroma in a few seconds.

The origin of espresso ground coffee is linked to Italian coffee culture in the 20th century, although coffee itself originally comes from Ethiopia. The espresso technique became widely popular in Italy and then throughout the world, becoming the basis for various preparations such as cappuccinos, lattes, and macchiatos.

Regarding its properties, espresso ground coffee offers an intense flavor, with concentrated notes and a characteristic crema on the surface resulting from high-pressure extraction. It is rich in antioxidants and contains caffeine, which acts as a natural stimulant. Furthermore, being fresh and finely ground coffee, it allows for quick and effective extraction, ideal for espresso machines.

Within the Spanish-speaking world, this ingredient is also commonly known as "café espresso molido", although in some countries it is simply called "café para espresso" or "café molido fino". It is not usually confused with other types of coarser ground coffee, such as filter coffee or French press coffee.