A question that is often asked is "does a serving of espresso have more caffeine than a serving of regular coffee?" It is not possible to state exactly what the serving size of coffee is because that varies based on personal choice, type and shape of cup or mug used, among many other factors.
However, it is reasonable to state that the average serving size of a cup of regular coffee is 8 ounces and the average serving of espresso is about 3 ounces.
Based on such straightforward comparison, a cup of brewed coffee has more caffeine than espresso.
However, this comparison is not exactly accurate because it does not take into consideration the amount of caffeine per ounce served.
From a concentration perspective; that is, in terms of caffeine per ounce served, it turns out that espresso has more caffeine than brewed coffee.

• Brewed coffee has about 65 to 120 milligrams of caffeine per 8 ounces serving.
  
• Dividing 65-120 milligrams by 8 ounces results in about 8.
  125 to 15 milligrams of caffeine per ounce.
  
• Espresso, on the other hand, has about 25 to 50 milligrams of caffeine per 3 ounces serving.
  
• Again, dividing 25 to 50 milligrams of caffeine by 3 ounces results in about 8.
  3 to 16 milligrams of caffeine per ounce.
  

Therefore, from this concentration perspective, espresso has more caffeine than brewed coffee based on the amount of caffeine per ounce.
However, the total number of cups of either brewed coffee or espresso per day is actually what will determine the total amount of caffeine consumed per day.
Ultimately, total volume is what matters in evaluating the amount of caffeine consumed per day.
Espresso cups may be smaller in size but it does not take long for a frequent espresso drinker to consume much more caffeine per day than a moderate brewed coffee drinker.
Caffeine is also assimilated more quickly when taken in concentrated dosages, such as an espresso cup.

• This is why drinking a shot of espresso can give a "jolt" faster than drinking a full 8 ounce cup of brewed coffee.
  The espresso method of preparation allows the coffee drinker to have fresh coffee "in a hurry" by forcing very hot water under pressure through the finely ground coffee.
  
• This method extracts the coffee's aroma, flavor and body in a way that requires a special blend and a roast level of coffee, called espresso roast, instead of the roast levels used for the "regular" ways of brewing coffee.
  
• A great tasting espresso should be sweet, very aromatic and have a flavor similar to freshly ground coffee.
  The taste should be enjoyable without any additives but, if adding milk, the espresso taste should be bold enough not to "disappear.
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• Several minutes after consumption, the coffee drinker should still taste the pleasant and aromatic aftertaste on the palate.
  
• It is not possible to have a good espresso without a good espresso blend which should feature aromatics, sweetness and smoothness associated with espresso.
  The espresso blend should be fresh and not roasted too dark to prevent bitter, charcoal taste.
  

As a recommendation, grind and dose espresso on demand for one shot, dose properly, tamp and brew to enjoy each drop.
The water pressure is responsible for the "crema" which is a unique feature of espresso and adds to the unique taste and drinking experience.
Preheating the espresso cup with clean hot water prior to filling the cup with the espresso brew is always a good idea.
Doing this helps retain the aroma and heat of the freshly prepared espresso.
Deciding to drink 1 to 3 or more cups of espresso per day is a coffee drinker's prerogative.
Doing things in moderation is good advice to remember and is the way to control total caffeine consumption.
The best way to ensure preparing a great specialty coffee beverage is to apply exact standards of water quality, brewing temperature, and coffee to water ratio as much as possible.

• This is true whether the coffee is prepared as an espresso or as brewed coffee.
  The choice of coffee beans and flavors offer many opportunities for coffee tasting experiences and memorable times with family and friends.
  
• Brewing coffee is an art and a science.
  To coffee lovers, brewing coffee is fun, relaxing and enjoyable.
  Coffee drinking is both a habit and a ritual.
  It is a rewarding activity to several personal senses; literally, from the tongue to the nose and to the mind! In just about any language and culture, coffee is a very popular beverage.
  
• On a per serving basis, regardless of whether it is espresso or brwed coffee, the average cost of a cup of coffee is more affordable than the cost of drinking an equivalent amount of fresh juice, milk, bottled water, wine, beer, and soft drinks.
  

In addition, there are many health benefits from drinking coffee.
Coffee has two main ways of improving the health of your body: antioxidants and caffeine.

• Both of these substances have health and anti aging benefits.
  
• Antioxidants help your body repair damage to cells caused by free radicals.
  
• These free radicals are produced as a by-product of cells through normal daily activities.
  
• The health benefits of coffee are many and the research supports the claims.
  

Obviously, check with your own physician regarding any medical conditions, treatments, diagnostics, pregnancy or special dietary plans for you.
Go ahead and drink coffee, brewed and espresso.
They are both great tasting and varying the type of coffee brewed is fun.
Enjoy a cup of Panama Boquete specialty coffee!