What happens when you take two shots of espresso and add 6-8 ounces of water? You get a cup of coffee that’s more flavorful and less bitter than a traditionally-brewed cup!
How can this be?
The same amount of ground coffee is used to brew a double-shot of espresso as a cup of coffee; the difference is in the amount of time the grounds are in contact with the water. Less contact means only the best flavor is extracted and the bitterness is left behind. Adding hot water will result in a cup of coffee that’s similar in brewed strength rather than the more intense espresso, but without any loss in flavor.
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