A real espresso requires an espresso machine, and that’s somewhat inconvenient for an average Joe like me, because

• I can’t afford one.
• I’m not willing to spend that much money, if I could afford one.
• If I was willing to buy one and could afford it, I wouldn’t wanna bring it to the office, since I wouldn’t be able to use it at home.

So, what can I do? I’m not willing to pay someone to make it for me at Starbucks, because it’s pricey and has never tasted good (to me). There are some great 3rd wave cafe’s near me, but then again, I can’t leave the office 5 times a day to buy a fresh shot and come back.