Espresso beans are coffee beans that have been roasted and ground specifically for making espresso. The grind is finer than for regular coffee, and the brewing process is different too – espresso is made by forcing hot water through the grinds under high pressure, resulting in a concentrated shot of coffee. Espresso beans have a more intense flavor than regular coffee beans, and are used in all sorts of espresso-based drinks like lattes, cappuccinos and macchiatos.