Low Sugar Flat White
Few coffee drinks reward careful technique the way this one does, and the payoff is a cup that feels genuinely luxurious. The double ristretto base pulls short and concentrated, delivering a sweeter, more intense espresso flavor than a standard shot — which means the natural sugars in the coffee and milk do all the heavy lifting. Whole milk, steamed to that glossy, velvety microfoam, brings a subtle creaminess that rounds out the shot without anything extra needed. For anyone keeping a close eye on added sugar, this is a refreshing alternative to the syrup-loaded café drinks that can quietly derail a clean routine. The entire flavor profile comes from the quality of the espresso and the precision of the steam, so there is genuinely nothing to add and nothing to miss. Pull it right and you get a drink that is rich, smooth, and satisfying from the very first sip.
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1 serving
- 18–20 g finely ground espresso coffee
- 4 oz whole milk
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your espresso machine and flush the group head with a brief burst of hot water. Warm the 5–6 oz ceramic cup by filling it with hot water, then discard the water just before pulling the shot.
- 2
Dose 18–20 g of finely ground coffee into the portafilter, distribute evenly, and tamp with firm, level pressure. Pull a double ristretto: target a yield of about 1–1.5 oz (30–45 ml) in 25–30 seconds. The shot should run a deep amber-brown with a thin, persistent crema.
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