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What is a Doppio Coffee or Double Espresso?<\/h2>\n

The double espresso, <\/strong>also known as a doppio<\/em> (Italian for \u201cdouble\u201d), is a timeless classic in caf\u00e9s and restaurants. Unlike shorter coffee drinks such as the\u00a0espresso<\/strong> or ristretto<\/strong>, a double espresso delivers a bigger, bolder punch of flavour and caffeine.<\/p>\n

In simple terms, it is prepared by extracting two espresso shots into a single cup, usually a cappuccino cup. That means double the amount of ground coffee and water compared to a regular espresso. The result? A richer, more concentrated drink with an intense body and a strong aromatic profile.<\/p>\n

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It\u2019s important to note that a double espresso is not the same as a lungo (or long espresso). A lungo is prepared by adding extra water to a single espresso, which dilutes the flavour. A double espresso<\/strong>, on the other hand, is two full extractions: double the coffee, double the water, double the intensity.<\/p>\n

Many bean-to-cup machines<\/strong> even include a Doppio<\/em> button, which automatically doubles the water and coffee quantities for a perfect extraction.<\/p>\n

For coffee lovers who need a little extra energy to start the day or those who simply enjoy the deeper complexity of a longer espresso, the double espresso<\/strong> is the ultimate choice.<\/p>\n

How Much is 2 Shots of Espresso?<\/h3>\n

A double espresso<\/strong> is essentially two single shots extracted into the same cup. Each shot typically measures around 30 ml<\/strong>, so a double espresso will give you approximately 60 ml of coffee<\/strong>. Depending on your beans and machine, this can vary slightly, but it usually falls within the 40\u201360 ml range<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Is Double Espresso the Strongest?<\/h3>\n

Not exactly. A double espresso<\/strong> is stronger than a single espresso in terms of caffeine and flavour concentration. However, drinks like ristretto<\/strong> (a very short, highly concentrated espresso) can taste even more intense, despite having less caffeine. The double espresso balances strength, volume, and aroma<\/strong>, which makes it so popular.<\/p>\n

How Much Caffeine is in a Double Espresso Shot?<\/h3>\n

This is another way of asking about caffeine content, typically 120 mg on average<\/strong>. For comparison:<\/p>\n