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How to make espresso with instant coffee

How to make an espresso shot at home with instant coffee

The most straightforward way to make coffee is unquestionably using instant coffee. To prepare espresso using instant coffee at home, you hardly need any special equipment.
There are only a few simple actions needed. Two tablespoons of good quality instant coffee and some hot water are all that is required.
To make your espresso, just mix the instant coffee with nearly boiling water. Make sure to thoroughly stir your mixture. To your preference, you can add sugar, honey, or milk.
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Prep Time 3 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 Person
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 4
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 teaspoons instant coffee.
  • 1 ounce nearly boiling water
  • sugar or honey 'optional)
  • milk (optional)

Equipment

  • Kettle
  • teaspoon

Method
 

  1. Put 2 teaspoons of instant coffee in a coffee cup.
  2. To make the coffee bloom, add half of the 1 ounce of boiling water. This phase is optional but will produce a richer flavor.
  3. Add the remaining water and mix thoroughly for another 30 seconds, or until the coffee has completely dissolved.
  4. If you would like a double shot of espresso, you can add an additional 1 ounce of boiling water.
  5. If desired, you can put in some sugar, milk, or honey once the coffee has thoroughly dissolved.
  6. Stir to dissolve the mixture.
  7. Drink and enjoy!

Notes

Depending on the size of the cup and the strength of your instant coffee, you might need to add an additional teaspoon or two to get the proper strength of coffee you prefer.