What is a Dolce Gusto Lungo?
A long coffee for longer moments of me-time lungo translates to long, and it shows in every cup of nescafé® dolce gusto® lungo. Every pod is made for longer moments of enjoyment, with a delicious balance of aromas, fruity notes, and a slightly spicy intensity. lungo coffee is a dark, black coffee that originated from italy. Lungo in italian translates as ‘long’, meaning lungo coffee involves ‘pulling’ the espresso shot longer. lungo coffee has a simple brewing method.Together with the Lungo this meets a regular coffee. Italians almost never drink this coffee, this a tourist cup only. The Lungo is the stronger version. Served in a larger cup, coffee where more water (40ml) has run through.Originating from Italy, Lungo coffee is what we know in Spain as a long coffee: it is brewed with the same amount of coffee as an espresso but with double the water, resulting in a more generous and satisfying cup.Lungo is served in a slightly larger cup than an espresso, giving you more coffee to savour over a longer period. It’s perfect for those who like to take their time enjoying their coffee.
What is lungo good for?
Lungo coffee is a go-to choice for those who love the boldness of espresso but want a longer, more balanced sip. Meaning “long” in Italian, it’s an extended espresso shot brewed with more water for a slightly milder but richer flavor. Adding milk to a lungo is not only possible, but it can also be incredibly enjoyable. The longer extraction time of a lungo brings out more of the coffee’s subtle flavours, and adding milk can complement these notes beautifully.Yes, you can add milk to a lungo. Adding steamed or frothed milk creates a creamier, softer coffee similar to a latte but with the distinctive flavour of a lungo shot. It’s a great way to enjoy a milder espresso with a creamy texture.
Is lungo just coffee?
Lungo, Italian for long, is essentially an extended espresso. While an espresso typically involves pressing around 25-40 ml of water through the coffee grounds, ORIGINAL machines offer the classic Lungo with 110 ml of water. The difference is that you run more water through the sieve carrier. The longer run time ensures that the lungo is less intense in flavor than an espresso. However, the increased contact of water and coffee often results in a somewhat bitter taste. The lungo often enjoys great popularity.
Why is it called a lungo?
Lungo is an interesting name with a basic origin in that it means “long” in Italian. The name references two important parts of this coffee, what it looks like compared to its espresso parent and how much time it takes to pull the lever when preparing the coffee. The difference is that you run more water through the sieve carrier. The longer run time ensures that the lungo is less intense in flavor than an espresso. However, the increased contact of water and coffee often results in a somewhat bitter taste. The lungo often enjoys great popularity.