13/05/2019
5 Different Types Of Coffee Explained
1) Espresso (Short Black)
The espresso (aka “short black”) is the foundation and the most important part to every espresso based drink. So much guide on how to make the perfect espresso shot. But for the purposes of this post an espresso consists of 1 Shot of espresso in an espresso cup.
2) Double Espresso (Doppio)
A double espresso (aka “Doppio”) is just that, two espresso shots in one cup. Therefore a double espresso consists of 2 shots of espresso in an espresso cup.
3) Short Macchiato
A short macchiato is similar to an espresso but with a dollop of steamed milk and foam to mellow the harsh taste of an espresso. You will find that baristas in different countries make short macchiatos differently. However the traditional way of making a short macchiato is 1 Shot of espresso in a short glass or espresso cup. A dollop of steamed milk and foam placed on top of the espresso.
4) Long Macchiato
A long macchiato is the same as a short macchiato but with a double shot of espresso. The same rule of thirds applies in the traditionally made long macchiato - 2 shots of espresso in a tumbler glass or cup • A dollop of steamed milk and foam placed on top of the espresso.
5) Long Black (Americano)
A long black (aka “americano”) is hot water with an espresso shot extracted on top of the hot water. It is made as follows: Fill a cup with 2/3rds full of hot water• Extract 1 shot of espresso over the hot water
