Coffee Guide

Tag: Cortado

  • Cortado vs. Macchiato: Comparing These Small & Milky Espresso Drinks

    Cortado in a glass and macchiato in a cup on a wooden café counter

    Stepping up to the espresso bar can feel like learning a new language. Two drinks that often cause confusion are the Cortado and the Macchiato. They’re both small, espresso-based, and involve milk; but that’s where the similarities end.

    Choosing between them depends entirely on how much milk you like and how forward you want that espresso flavor to be. Don’t worry, the difference is actually quite simple once you break it down.

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  • Strongest Coffee with Milk: 4+ Options for a Real Kick!

    Cortado, espresso macchiato, and espresso arranged on a light wooden counter in a sunlit coffee shop with a warm, inviting background

    Do you love the creamy comfort of milk in your coffee, but hate when it completely drowns out that bold coffee taste or energy boost? You’re not alone! Many coffee drinkers crave a drink that delivers both milky texture and a proper coffee punch.

    But what actually makes a coffee drink with milk “strong”? It usually comes down to two things:

    1. Strong Coffee Flavour: This often means a higher ratio of coffee to milk.
    2. High Caffeine Content: This usually depends on the amount of coffee used, especially the number of espresso shots.
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