![]() ![]() You should also pre-warm the demitasse being used during the espresso brewing as well as the spoon used during pouring. Make sure the glass is pre-heated by running it under very hot water so that it does not extract all of the heat from the milk and espresso when the specialty coffee drink is poured. The Latte Macchiato is best served in a clear glass so the layering can be appreciated visually. The perfectly poured Latte Macchiato will allow the espresso to sit perfectly between the denser substance of the steamed milk below and the lighter foam above. It is best to actually pour the espresso slowly over the back of spoon and let it flow into the cup, creating a layered drink rather than letting the espresso mix with the milk. Then very slowly and carefully pour in the freshly brewed shot or shots of espresso. Once you have properly steamed the milk then pour it onto a glass with a generous amount of foam on top. When done properly this process will produce a very creamy and velvety milk and a pourable and shapeable foam that will blend with the specialty coffee drink creating a harmony of flavors. To make a Latte Macchiato you begin by steaming and frothing milk and foam. If the Caffe Latte is served in a glass then it is often served along with a napkin so the customer can use it to hold the hot glass. The macchiato also has a “macchia” or mark of espresso on the top of the Coffee Beverage. A Cappuccino uses less steamed milk than a Caffe Latte, and much more foam. While a Latte Macchiato is made by adding espresso to the steamed milk, the Latte is made by adding the steamed milk to the espresso. The converse of a Latte Macchiato is the Caffe Macchiato which is mainly espresso but is “stained” with just a small amount of milk. Because a Caffe Latte is blended there is no mark of espresso on top. The distinguishing mark of a Latte Macchiato is the “macchia” or mark on top that shows that espresso has been added. ![]() While another popular espresso coffee drink, the Caffe Latte, is similar, it differs in the fact that a Caffe Latte putting the espresso in first and then the milk, while a Latte Macchiato is made by first putting the steamed milk in the glass and then adding the espresso.Īnother difference is that the Latte Macchiato has more foam on top than a Caffe Latte and is served as a layered drink while a Caffe Latte is mixed together already upon serving. But what is it? Well Macchiato means “stained milk” and the drink got this name because it literally takes on the appearance of milk “stained” with espresso. It’s polite and formal but not too much.The popular espresso-based specialty coffee drink called a Macchiato (or "Latte Macchiato") is a favorite beverage ordered at many fine coffee houses across the world. Salve is great because unlike buongiorno, buon pomeriggio or buonasera, you can use it at any time of day. “ Salve, un caffè per favore!” (Hi (formal) an espresso please). □️ Here’s what you say to order an espresso: If you are in a hurry…coffee vending machines in airports, train stations and public places like schools and hospitals actually make really good coffee…just don’t tell my fellow citizens I ever mentioned that!! Photo by Gabriella Clare Marino / Unsplash La dolce vita…I guess…and hopefully you’re on vacation and not in a hurry. How do I put it diplomatically…service in Italy can sometimes be a bit…slow(er) than what you’re used to…but hey, that’s part of the charm right. Now, a note of patience…and god knows I’m not a patient person…especially after having lived abroad for a long time. Most cafes also do table service, so they’ll take your order there and most likely you’ll pay at the table upon placing or receiving your order. However, don’t get too stressed out about it. Sometimes, you first need to queue in front of the cash register, pay for the coffee upfront, get a paper receipt and then move the counter to place your order with a barista. You will typically pay for your coffee before you receive it, and you can enjoy it standing at the bar. If it’s a small and casual cafe or bar, it's customary to stand at the counter and order your coffee there. ![]()
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