How to Choose Espresso Cups
Choose espresso cups that complement your lifestyle and the ways you use your espresso machine. Espresso cups come in a variety of sizes, materials and designs. Most espresso cups are suited specifically for the consumption of a particular espresso based drink. Find the espresso cups that match your personal style while meeting your day to day drinking needs. Have your daily caffeine fix in a cup that fits who you are and what you drink. Does this Spark an idea?
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Instructions
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Consider what espresso drinks you enjoy and are capable of making with your espresso machine. Demitasse size cups are for shots of pure espresso or those marked with a small amount of foam. Cappuccino sizes are intended for slightly larger drinks with hot milk and foam. Latte bowls are the biggest espresso cups and are intended for large espresso drinks with steamed milk.
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Research the variety of properly sized espresso cups that are available in your price range. Visit a local cooking store or retail coffee seller and ask the employees for their advice on espresso cups in the size and price you are looking for.
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Read the packaging or the information printed on the bottom of any qualifying espresso cup choices to determine if they are machine washable or require hand washing. Some espresso cups are hand painted and will require special care and cleaning.
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Hold each of the qualifying espresso cup choices in your hand and evaluate them for comfort. Many espresso cup handles are very small and may be difficult for people with larger fingers to hold comfortably.
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Make a selection from the options that fit all your qualifications and that is based on your personal style and taste. Choose the cups that look good in your hand and in your kitchen.
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Tips & Warnings
Thicker cups are capable of maintaining the temperature of espresso for longer. Slow espresso sippers should look for thick cups that will stay warm till the drink is finished.
