Tag: Espresso dose

While it's a common assumption that there's one single standard, the amount of ground coffee for a shot of espresso varies. A traditional single shot uses approximately 7 to 10 grams, but a double shot—which is now the most common default—typically requires 16 to 22 grams of ground coffee, depending on the desired strength and basket size.

While traditional Italian espresso often used a 14g dose, today's specialty coffee standard for a double shot typically calls for 16 to 18 grams of finely ground coffee. This shift reflects an evolution towards more balanced, sweeter, and consistently reproducible results for home and professional baristas alike.