Coffee is the most commonly consumed beverage (and the main source ofcaffeine) worldwide.
In the U.S. alone, we collectively drink400 million cups1perday.
What is espresso?
Espresso is an Italian-based coffee that’s made by using hot water and high pressure.
Caffeine content:
Each 1-ounce serving of espresso contains about63 milligrams3of caffeine.
TheFDA4recommends capping caffeine consumption at 400 milligrams per day.
Nutrition facts:
Summary
What is coffee?
Unlike espresso, which uses high-pressure, brewed coffee is made with low pressure and a lot more water.
Each 8-ounce (1-cup) serving of coffee contains around92 milligrams5of caffeine.
So to reach 400 milligrams per day, you’d have to drink around four cups.
Which one has more caffeine?
The biggest difference between espresso and coffee is how each one is brewedand this affects their caffeine content.
This means that ounce for ounce, espresso has more caffeine than coffee.
A 1-ounce serving of espresso has 63 milligrams of caffeine, while an 8-ounce serving of coffee contains92 milligrams5.
(Most large coffees are about 20 ounces, which gives you about 230 milligrams of caffeine.
A double latte, which contains two shots of espresso, has 126 milligrams.)
Which one is healthier?
“These includeprotection of the circulatory system, activation of metabolism, and reduction of inflammation6.”
Because of these beneficial compounds, coffee consumption has been associated with a lower risk ofheart disease7andimproved cognitive functioning8.
Plus, the high antioxidant count in coffee makes it a beverage of choice amonglongevity experts.
(FYI:One in three adultscurrently has metabolic syndrome.)
The amount of beneficial chlorogenic acid in your brew is affected by its roasting process.
The more a coffee bean is roasted,the lower its chlorogenic acid content falls10.
How much to drink a day.
It’s important to note that the benefits of coffee are included as part of an otherwise healthy lifestyle.
How to make each.
Espresso:
Making espresso is a little more complicatedor at least requires a more complicated machine.
In layman’s terms: You push down on the loose grounds to tightly compress them.
Typically, an espresso shot is pulled in about 20 to 30 seconds.
Healthy ways to enjoy both.
First: Steer clear of added sugarthat includes refined sugar and artificial sweeteners, according to Li.
“Addedsugars stress your metabolism, while artificial sweeteners candamage your healthy gut bacteria,” he says.
Another pro tip: Don’t overdo it, and give yourself a cutoff point.
Everyone has a different tolerance to coffee.
For those who are sensitive to coffee, try sipping it with some food, says Li.
Does espresso wake you up?
Though it hasa long half-life,caffeine peaks in your bloodstreamvery quicklyabout 15 minutes after consumption.
If you want to take advantage of the wake-me-up perk of espresso, time your drink accordingly.
Can espresso make you gain weight?
Espresso alone is unlikely to cause weight gain, but your preferred mix-ins may be a culprit.
“The chlorogenic acid in coffee actuallyfights body fatand helps you burn extra calories,” says Li.
The takeaway.
Many people think espresso and coffee are two distinct beverages, but they’re actually just different brewing methods.
