Espresso (ess-PRESS-oh) is a full-flavored, concentrated form of coffee that is served in “shots.” It is made by forcing pressurized hot water through very finely ground coffee beans using an espresso machine.

Yahoo: Nespresso Citiz espresso maker — a speedy and simple-to-use small coffee machine for shots and Americanos

The Nespresso Citiz takes an entirely different approach to making a quick shot. You see, many espresso machines make preparing a short coffee into something of an art. From grinding beans and packing ...

Nespresso Citiz espresso maker — a speedy and simple-to-use small coffee machine for shots and Americanos

CNET: Fellow's Espresso Series 1 Can Pull Coffee Shop-Quality Shots and I Saw It in Action

Fellow's Espresso Series 1 Can Pull Coffee Shop-Quality Shots and I Saw It in Action

From basic espresso shots to some fancy lattes, this coffee machine gets you all that you're craving without stepping out of the house.

Homes and Gardens on MSN: The stylish Casabrews ULTRA espresso machine delivers coffee shop grade shots for beginners

The stylish Casabrews ULTRA espresso machine delivers coffee shop grade shots for beginners

Originating in Italy, espresso has become one of the most popular coffee-brewing methods worldwide. It is characterized by its small serving size, typically 25–30 ml, and its distinctive layers: a dark body topped with a lighter-colored foam called "crema".