Coffee Drink Types: Types of Coffee Drinks like Lattes, Macchiato's, Espresso

Coffee Drink Types - how do you drink yours?

There are many coffee drink types. Here we look at the most well known types of coffee drinks, and one or two you may not know about.

Espresso @ The Java Cafe Espresso - or Short Black, a 30ml (1 oz.) shot of rich, full bodied dark coffee with a silky layer of crema. The rich hazelnut brown crema is an indication of quality freshly ground beans. Learn how to make an Espresso. We cover both Espresso machines and Moka Pots.

Espresso Lungo - the opposite of a ristretto, made by adding an ounce or two (30ml or 60ml) of hot water to a single espresso to make a milder or "long" cup. Learn how to make a Lungo.

Espresso Americano - or Long Black, a standard Espresso served on top of hot water, served in a tall glass or regular sized coffee cup. The coffee is added to the glass of hot water to help maintain the layer of crema at the top of the glass. Learn how to make an Espresso Americano.

Latte - a standard Espresso with hot milk topped by a small layer of silky milk foam. Usually served in a glass. Learn how to make a Latte.

Cappuccino - a standard Espresso with silky foamed milk poured into it, topped with a dusting of chocolate powder. Learn how to make a Cappuccino.

Macchiato @ The Java Cafe Macchiato - a standard Espresso with just a dash of milk added, served in a small espresso cup. Learn how to make a Macchiato.

Ristretto - a half shot of Espresso (15ml or 1/2 oz.). Learn how to make a Ristretto.

Doppio - a double Espresso. Two shots of Espresso concentrated into approximately the same volume as a regular espresso. Caffeine injection anyone??? Learn how to make a Doppio.

Espresso Corretto - a standard espresso that has been "corrected" with a splash of brandy, grappa, or other spirit. Learn how to make a Corretto.

Espresso Romano - a standard espresso, but served with a slice of lemon peel on the side of the cup. Learn how to make an Espresso Romano.

Espresso con Panna - a standard espresso, topped with whipped cream and an optional topping of unsweetened chocolate powder. Learn how to make an Espresso Con Panna.

Flat white - a standard Espresso with hot milk, no foam. Learn how to make a Flat White.

Mocha - a standard Espresso, hot chocolate and hot milk served in a glass. Learn how to make a Mocha.

Cafe Freddo - a standard Espresso, served chilled. Learn how to make a Cafe Freddo.

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