Café Carioca P
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Café Carioca, though seemingly simple, evolved as a way to maximize coffee grounds and create a lighter, more economical beverage. Its origins are rooted in a pragmatic approach to resourcefulness, particularly within Portuguese coffee culture.
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Café Carioca is an integral part of daily life in Portugal, often enjoyed after a regular coffee or as a lighter alternative, especially in the afternoon. It reflects a practical and economical approach to coffee consumption.
After Espresso
It's commonly drunk after a 'bica' (espresso) using the same coffee grounds to extract a second, weaker brew, thus maximizing resources.
Economical Choice
Reflects a historical practicality and resourcefulness, making coffee accessible even when resources were limited.
Social Setting
Enjoyed in cafes throughout the day, contributing to the social fabric of Portuguese life. Often consumed while socializing with friends and family.
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Café Carioca offers a delicate and subtle coffee flavor, characterized by its light body and refreshing qualities. It's less intense than a regular espresso.
The flavor profile is predominantly coffee, but significantly diluted. It has a watery consistency and a less bitter or robust taste than a traditional espresso or bica. The key flavors are subtle coffee notes, slight bitterness (depending on the grounds used), and a clean, refreshing aftertaste.
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Water Temperature
Use water just off the boil to avoid burning the already-spent coffee grounds, which could impart a bitter taste.
Grounds Quality
Even though it's a second brewing, using quality coffee grounds for the initial 'bica' will result in a more flavorful Carioca.
Extraction Time
A shorter extraction time than the initial 'bica' is usually sufficient. Taste as you go to avoid over-extraction and bitterness.
Serving
Serve immediately after preparation for the best flavor and aroma. It's traditionally served in a small espresso cup or glass.
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