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5 reasons why there is no crema on my Espresso

Crema is what distinguishes an espresso. This is the layer of foam that rests on top of the drink and is made up of proteins, oils and sugars, with bubbles of carbon dioxide (CO2) and water vapor. It intensifies the aromas, body, flavor and aftertaste of the coffee.

There are many variables to take into account to achieve a good crema: the bars of pressure used, the freshness of the bean, the grinding, the water temperature, the extraction time, the ratio, etc. Here we share five reasons why an espresso does not have cream.

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