- Dose (Coffee): 18g
- Yield (Water/Output): 32g (A slightly shorter, "ristretto" style shot)
- Grind Size: Fine (Espresso)
- Water Temperature: 89°C (192°F) - Crucial: Dark roasts extract very easily. Cooler water prevents pulling bitter flavors into the cup.
- Brew Time: 25 - 28 seconds
- Equipment Note:
Step-by-step Instructions:
- Pull a tight, syrupy espresso shot: 18g of coffee in, stopping the shot early at 32g out.
- Pour 120ml (about 4oz) of fresh, cold whole milk (or oat milk) into your steaming pitcher.
- Steam the milk, incorporating air for just the first 3 seconds, then plunge the wand slightly to create a smooth, paint-like microfoam texture. Do not heat past 65°C (150°F) or the milk loses its sweetness.
- Pour the textured milk over your dark roast espresso, integrating them completely for a rich, dessert-like cup.
Rwenzori Dial-in Pro-Tip: Because dark roasts are more porous, they extract faster. If your shot runs too quickly (under 20 seconds), you must grind finer to build enough pressure for that thick, syrupy body!