Guide to different espresso based coffees made with milk

A white coffee is a coffee with milk or cream added. Individuals will often tailor their favourite drink to suit their own taste. For example many prefer a stronger coffee and may add an extra shot of espresso. Milk is steamed and thickens as small air bubbles are created known as microfoam.

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  • Macchiato

    A macchiato is a shot of espresso with a small amount of steamed milk or foam. The translation is “stained”with milk

  • Flat White

    Espresso base, heated milk, no extra foam on the top

  • Latte

    Espresso base, heated milk and 1-2cm of foam on the top

  • Cappuccino

    You should expect a cappuccino to be the most foamy and thick of the milk espresso drinks. Some define it as equal parts foam/milk. Other speciality establishments define it as a harmonious blend.  It commonly consists of more foam than a latte

  • Mocha

    A mocha is most similar to a latte but with chocolate added. This might be a chocolate shot. It will be made with a shot of espresso, a shot of chocolate and steamed milk.

A Visual Guide

Comparison

  • Difference between a flat white, latte & cappuccino

    • Cappuccino has the most froth (about 1/3 of the drink)
      Latte has a small amount of froth (1-2cm)
      Flat white has no froth, just silky milk

Check out our black coffee guide next (without milk) for a simple guide to help you choose the best way to take your coffee

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