Popular Coffee Drinks

There are many different types of coffee drinks you can offer customers. Get familiar with the various options to keep up with current coffee trends and determine the right coffee for your beverage program.

What's the difference between an Espresso and a Ristretto?

An espresso is a shot of concentrated coffee made by forcing steam through very finely ground coffee beans. A ristretto is a more intense espresso. It’s made in the same way, with the same amount of coffee, but less water.

What is a Macchiato?

A macchiato is a thick and creamy coffee, made with one shot of espresso and a small amount of frothy milk foam on top.

What does a Mocha taste like?

A mocha is a sweeter, chocolatey coffee, made with espresso, hot milk and cocoa powder or chocolate syrup.

How is an Americano made?

Americano has lighter-bodied coffee than its European counterpart. It’s made by adding hot water to the espresso shot creating a lighter body and less bitter coffee.

Is a Cappuccino a dessert coffee?

Cappuccino is made with a third of espresso, a third of hot milk and a third of frothy milk foam. Sometimes a cappuccino is topped with chocolate shavings, cinnamon or sugar, adding to its dessert-like characteristics.

Is a Latte the same thing as a Cappuccino?

A latte, or café latte, is similar to a cappuccino, but with more milk and only about a finger width of foam on top.

What is a Flat White coffee?

A flat white is also similar to a cappuccino, made with espresso and hot milk, but without any added froth.

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