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Espresso Coffee

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Espresso is a concentrated coffee drink with a rich, bold flavor. It's the base for many other coffee beverages like lattes, cappuccinos, and Americanos. Ingredients: 1 shot of espresso Freshly ground coffee beans about 18-20 grams Instructions: To begin, grind your coffee beans until they are as fine as table salt Warm up your portafilter and espresso machine Put a small amount of ground coffee into the portafilter basket and use a flat edge to make it level Put about 30 pounds of pressure on the coffee to make it flat and firm Put the portafilter into the group head of the espresso machine and press the "shot" button A 1 oz 30 ml shot should take 25 to 30 seconds Serve the espresso right away in a demitasse cup that has already been warmed up

Calming Chamomile Latte

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This Calming Chamomile Latte combines the relaxing effects of chamomile tea with the energizing effects of coffee to make a great drink that will help you relax and unwind. The warm almond milk makes it creamier, and the honey makes it sweet and comforting. Enjoy this relaxing drink while you take a moment to relax. Ingredients: 1 cup of brewed chamomile tea 1/2 cup of warm almond milk 1 shot of espresso or 1/2 cup of strong brewed coffee 1 tablespoon of honey A pinch of cinnamon optional Instructions: Brew a cup of chamomile tea and let it cool slightly In a separate container, warm almond milk until it's steaming but not boiling Brew a shot of espresso or prepare a strong cup of coffee Mix the chamomile tea, warm almond milk, and espresso or coffee in a mug Stir in honey to taste and add a pinch of cinnamon if desired Sip slowly and enjoy the calming effects