Every beautiful morning, we all need a cup of coffee to wake ourselves up. So, when you are on your way to work or school, you may stop by your favorite coffee shop to get a cup. However, when you stand in front of the counter to order, you might hesitate between choosing a Latte or a Cappuccino, leaving you undecided. This might be because you are not yet familiar with the differences between the two!

 

CoffeeMart has compiled some common coffee types to help you be knowledgeable when someone asks. Let's continue reading!

 

1. ESPRESSO:

Espresso is a strong coffee extracted rapidly by an espresso machine. It serves as the base for almost all fancy coffees and is a must-have in coffee shops worldwide. Traditionally made with dark roasted coffee beans, it has a strong flavor with a layer of thick oil mixed with carbon dioxide on the surface, known as Crema. In recent years, there is a trend of using light or medium roasted coffee beans for a more aromatic and bright acidity.。

 

2. AMERICANO / LONGBLACK:

An Americano is made by adding about 6-10 times hot water to Espresso, while a Longblack involves pouring Espresso into hot water while preserving the full Crema. These two coffees have a milder taste, making them suitable for leisurely enjoyment every day.

 

3. CAFFÉ LATTE / CAFE AU LAIT:

A Latte is a classic blend of Espresso and milk, usually topped with fine milk foam. Cafe Au Lait, on the other hand, mixes Americano and milk in a 1:1 ratio. They have different textures, with Latte being richer and Cafe Au Lait being lighter.

 

4. CAPPUCCINO:

Cappuccino consists of Espresso with milk and more milk foam than a Latte, making the coffee flavor more intense. Those who enjoy strong coffee with dense milk foam often prefer Cappuccino.

 

5. CAFFÉ MOCHA:

Mocha is made by adding chocolate sauce and milk to Espresso, topped with whipped cream. It has a sweet and bitter taste, perfect for those who love chocolate flavor.

 

6. CAFFÉ MACCHIATO / LATTÉ MACCHIATO: