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ESPRESSO
Intense and aromatic, an espresso or short black as it’s also known uses about ¼
oz of ground espresso. It is served in a small cup or glass to a level of approxima-
tely 1 oz.
AMERICANO
A long black is generally a single or double shot of espresso with hot water added
to taste.
FLAT WHITE
A single shot of espresso in a cup filled with steamed milk and topped with a skin
of silky smooth foam.
CLASSIC CAFÉ LATTÉ
Traditionally the morning coffee of Italy and France, taken with pain au chocolate or
sweet biscotti. This blend of 1/3 espresso to 2/3 milk is made with a single shot of
espresso. Top with steamed milk, poured down the inside rim of the glass to give a
creamy consistency and perfect layer of froth.
CAPPUCCINO
The real thing is served very light and luke warm with 1/3 espresso to 1/3 steamed
milk and a generous final 1/3 of creamy froth. For added finesse, hold a piece of
card over one half of the cappuccino before dusting with chocolate.
MACCHIATO
A shot of espresso served short in a 2½ oz demitasse and stained with a dash of
finely textured milk.
CAFÉ MOCHA
A glass of textured milk laced with melted cocoa or chocolate syrup and an espresso
shot. Top sprinkled with dark chocolate shavings.
COFFEE-RECIPES
