Serving Espresso - Espresso & Coffee Machines
When the process of espresso making is completed all that is left to do is to properly serve the espresso what should not be neglected. Every successful coffee shop, bar or restaurant owner knows that guests will not be returning if they will be improperly served no matter how good the espresso tastes.
The most basic principle for proper serving of authentic espresso is choosing a proper cup which plays an important role at enjoyment of authentic espresso and other coffee beverages. For that reason is essential to keep in mind in which cup certain coffee beverage is served. The espresso is traditionally served in a 3 ounce demitasse (literally half cup), cappuccino in 6-8 ounce cappuccino cup, while latte cup is usually served even larger cup. Cups for espresso and other variations of espresso are usually made of white pottery or porcelain and are accompanied with matching saucer, however, some coffee companies produce espresso cups with variety of designs and decorations.
Besides choosing the right cup must not be forgotten a spoon which fits into the cup and sugar because many people likes to sweeten their espresso and other coffee beverages. The last but not the less important is friendly and professional barista or person who brings the espresso to the orderer. Since coffee and espresso drinking sometimes is in certain way a ritual the orderer will appreciate authentic flavor, aroma and extraction of espresso as well as proper service and will be prepared to wait in line for it.