If you're not a coffee expert (and it's okay if you're not) than you might not know the deal with the tiny spoons that come with a shot of espresso. It's not because we want you to feel like you're at a child's tea party or because these tiny spoons have some sort of magic power; it's because some people believe an espresso shot should be stirred just before drinking.
Why you ask? The process of making an espresso creates layers. As your friendly Barista pulls the shot (makes the the espresso) the heavier elements begin to fall to the bottom. The lightest part, known as the "crema" stays on the top. Some believe that you need to mix all the elements together, including the "crema", to get the full taste of the espresso shot. While still others believe the opposite, that one should experience each layers as they drink the shot. It actually makes for a huge discussion with some purest, but we think you should make your own. One day maybe stir and maybe the next don't stir your espresso. It's really up to you. The import part is that you remember to just enjoy!
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