Espresso

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Nutrition (per 100 g)

Calories: 5
Protein (g): 0.2
Fat (g): 0.1
Carbs (g): 0.8
Fiber (g): —
Sodium (mg): 5

Values vary with roast, grind, and extraction; espresso is mostly water with small amounts of dissolved coffee solids. Figures reflect plain, unsweetened shots without milk or sugar.

Storage

Room temp: up to 0 days
Refrigerated: up to 2 days
Frozen: up to 0 days

Espresso is a small, concentrated coffee topped with a tawny crema. It delivers a bold, bittersweet flavor and serves as the base for drinks like lattes and cappuccinos, and for desserts such as tiramisu and affogato; in the kitchen it can deepen chocolate, deglaze pans, or be reduced into intense sauces.

Developed in Italy in the early 20th century, espresso spread through European café culture and worldwide with the rise of pressure-driven machines. It anchors Italian pastry traditions and modern specialty coffee menus.