Espresso Recipe - Good Coffee Great Coffee
Master the perfect Espresso in Good Coffee, Great Coffee. Learn the essential grinding, tamping, and green-zone extraction techniques that form the foundation of all coffee drinks. This Level 1 recipe is your gateway to Latte, Americano, and Mocha.
At-a-Glance
Unlock Level
Level 1Cup Type
Small glass (espresso shot glass)
Grind Amount
To arched line (exact amount)
Extraction Stop
Green zone on gauge
Buy Price
8.00 Funds
Sell Price
10.00 Funds
Game Recipe & Information
Espresso Recipe
Game Details
Step-by-Step Instructions
Select the appropriate drinkware to use (refer to the Recipe app). Single shots of Espresso require a small glass.
Drag the portafilter from the Coffee Machine to the Coffee Grinder located on the left.
Press and hold down the button to grind the coffee beans until they reach the arched line.
Drag the tamper to the grounds and hold until they are level.
Drag the portafilter back to the Coffee Machine on the right and press the button to start brewing.
Once the gauge reaches the green line, press the button again to stop the machine.
💡 Pro Tip
Green zone timing is crucial: Always stop extraction when the gauge reaches the green zone. Too early = weak coffee, too late = bitter coffee. Perfect timing ensures customer satisfaction!
Common Mistakes & Fixes
Wrong Cup Type
Using large cup instead of small glass for espresso will cause the recipe to fail. Always use the small espresso shot glass.
Incorrect Grind Amount
Not grinding to the exact arched line will affect extraction quality. Too little = weak coffee, too much = bitter coffee.
Poor Tamping
Not tamping the grounds level will cause uneven extraction and poor coffee quality. Always tamp until grounds are flat.
Wrong Extraction Timing
Stopping extraction outside the green zone causes refunds. Too early = weak, too late = bitter. Perfect timing is essential!
Equipment Maintenance
Neglecting to repair your espresso machine will cause poor extraction quality and customer complaints. Keep equipment maintained!
Espresso Foundation
✅ Perfect Espresso
Foundation of all coffee drinks!
🔑 Key Success Factor
Perfect Espresso is the foundation of all coffee drinks. Master the green-zone extraction, proper grinding, and small glass technique. Every successful coffee drink starts with a perfect Espresso shot!
Espresso-Based Coffee Family
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