Seville Olive Espresso

Ingredients

Espresso

1 shot (30ml)

Green olives

2, pitted and chopped

Seville orange zest

1 teaspoon

Honey

1 teaspoon

Ground cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon

Milk

1/2 cup (120ml)

Extra ground cinnamon

for garnish

Seville orange slice

1, for garnish

Instructions

1. In a small saucepan, combine the espresso, Seville orange zest, chopped green olives, honey, and ground cinnamon.
2. Heat the mixture over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the olives soften and the flavors infuse, approximately 5 minutes.
3. Remove from heat and strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve to remove the olives and zest, creating a smooth espresso base.
4. In a separate saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until it is hot but not boiling, then remove from heat.
5. Using a milk frother or whisk, froth the milk until it becomes creamy and foamy.
6. Pour the infused espresso mixture into a coffee cup, then gently top it with the frothed milk.
7. Optional: Garnish with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon or a twist of Seville orange zest, or add a slice of Seville orange for an extra touch of color and flavor.
8. Serve hot and relish the unexpected harmony of flavors that this unique espresso offers.