Espresso Based Beverage Recipes (Cappuccino, latte, mocha, etc.)

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Definitions: What is a cappuccino, latte, mocha and more

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Espresso Based Beverages:

Cappuccino: A cappuccino is approximately one shot of espresso with equal portions of steamed and frothed milk to fill a 6 oz cup. Strength of a cappuccino can vary greatly form caf� to caf�. When preparing a cappuccino at home, adjust the strength according to taste. Some people will use one third espresso, one third steamed milk and one third milk froth and we have visited coffee shops where you can barely taste the espresso coffee at all. Although a cappuccino calls for some steamed milk and some frothed milk, separate steaming and frothing operations are not needed.When frothing, you will get some hot steamed milk at the bottom of the frothing pitcher and some milk froth (foam) on top. Careful pouring can give the proper mix of half steamed milk and half foam, or hold back the froth and pour in the steam milk first. Then spoon on the froth.

Caffe Latte: Espresso with mostly steamed milk and a thin layer of froth. A much more dilute drink than a cappuccino, the latte can have several ounces of steamed milk to one shot of espresso. A good starting point is a double shot of espresso with approximately 9-10 ounces of steamed milk with only a slight layer of foamed milk on top. These proportions work well with a 12 ounce tall latte mug, but strength can be altered to taste.

Espresso macchiato: An espresso topped with a small dollop (spoonful) of frothed milk. Macchiato means �marked� in Italian � the espresso is marked with milk froth.

Cafe Mocha: A shot of espresso with a shot of chocolate syrup and steamed milk with a dollop of froth or maybe some whipped cream on top. A mocha is similar to a caf� latte with chocolate syrup added and maybe a few more garnishes on top (whipped cream, shaved chocolate, etc)

Americano: A shot of espresso with hot water (at brewing temperature) added to dilute the espresso to the strength of a drip brewed cup of coffee. To one ounce of espresso add approximately 2 ounces of water or whatever amount of water produces your preferred strength. An Americano is also referred to as a cafe crema since the resultant brew still has a layer of crema from the esrpesso. Super automatic espresso machines can simulate an Americano by pressure brewing a large cup of coffee.



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