What Is A Latte Vs Mocha?

So while both drinks are espresso-based and they contain steamed and milk foam, the main difference between a mocha and a latte is that the former contains a shot of hot chocolate The chocolate taste of the mocha makes it more indulgent and sophisticated, but also a little more sugary. Is a mocha stronger than … Read more

Can You Get Starbucks Coffee Extra Hot?

If you want to enjoy your coffee at work but there’s a convenient starbucks location closer to home, ordering it extra hot will keep it warm during the commute Can I ask for my coffee extra hot? Matthew Swenson, who has spent his entire career in the coffee industry, says ordering a coffee drink “extra … Read more

Is Cortado A Double Shot?

Speaking of shots, a cortado is served with a double shot ,, that is, unless you ask for it to be made using a single shot only. In the traditional spanish way, cortados are served in a glass with a metal ring base and a metal wire handle. Is a cortado a single or double … Read more

Does Cup Shape Matter For Latte Art?

Yes and yes. Any shape (and theoretically, size) can work, it’s just a matter of getting used to pouring into it As any accomplished commercial barista can demonstrate, the severe walls of a paper cup are no hindrance to latte art. Rounded cup bottoms, however, do provide better sub-surface swirling action. What cups are best … Read more

What’s An Americano Macchiato?

For a hot macchiato, a rich and bold espresso beverage, we add a layer of steamed milk, topped with two shots of espresso, then finished with milk foam. Americano. To make a Hot Americano, a bold drink with an espresso-forward flavor, we combine two shots of Dunkin’ espresso with hot water What is the difference … Read more