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Espresso Shots and Variations
- A triple shot of espresso is called a three-shot, or a 3 ounce.
- In America, milk-based espresso drinks with three or four shots are called “triples” or “quads”.
- Studies reveal a cup of cappuccino up to 180 ml a day prevents heart problems.
- A "red eye" is drip coffee with an espresso shot.
- The two-shot version is called a “black eye,” and three-shot called “dead eye” or “green eye.”
- Lungo shots are pulled longer than espresso, with additional flavor compounds and bitterness.
- In England, a “long black” is espresso poured over water, opposite of an “Americano”.
Caffeine Content
- A triple shot of espresso contains 60 milligrams of caffeine, 10 milligrams more than Starbucks blonde roast espresso’s 75 milligrams.
- Starbucks Triple Shot Energy contains 15.00 mg of caffeine per fluid ounce.
Serving and Usage
- It’s made by pulling three shots of espresso into one cup.
- Espresso is served on its own, and as a base for caffè latte, cappuccino, and americano.