Confused about definition of "ristretto" - Page 2
- Eastsideloco
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Here's the deal. If a customer walks in and orders a ristretto at a cafe that isn't already pulling ristrettos, the barista isn't likely to change the grind setting for that one customer. As a shortcut, the barista can approximate a ristretto by basically pulling a short shot.Wiccanrista wrote:...the last two baristas I asked said the correct answer was the latter.
However, if you want to prepare the best tasting ristretto, you want to tighten the grind setting. This shot will likely run a little longer than a normale and output less liquid. This is how you get a thick syrupy ristretto, which tastes quite a bit different than a "short shot."
Technically, both methods produce a beverage that meets the basic parameters of a ristretto:
Brewing ratios for espresso beverages
But I would say that the latter is the goal and the former is a work-around.
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Dan Kehn
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Or updosing a couple grams.Eastsideloco wrote: If a customer walks in and orders a ristretto at a cafe that isn't already pulling ristrettos, the barista isn't likely to change the grind setting for that one customer. As a shortcut, the barista can approximate a ristretto by basically pulling a short shot.
Dan Kehn
- Eastsideloco
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Yes. Although this is probably a simpler proposition on some grinders than others.
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How critical is time in this equation? I guess the lower shot volume/weight accounts for the higher dose?
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To add another facet to the mirror:
From what I know, (using a single spout) a ristretto should have between .7 and .9 oz. I use that formula - got it from Seattle Coffee Gear via YouTube - and get the most wonderful espressos. -Let me know it you don't taste a difference there.
Best
Jan
From what I know, (using a single spout) a ristretto should have between .7 and .9 oz. I use that formula - got it from Seattle Coffee Gear via YouTube - and get the most wonderful espressos. -Let me know it you don't taste a difference there.
Best
Jan