Manji

@manji1680344876 · 04 Nov 2021

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What Is in A Latte

When I think of coffee, a latte comes to my mind. This is a classic drink that many people love. But what is in a latte? A latte is made by a combination of robust espresso and thick, creamy milk. The word “latte” is Italian which simply refers to coffee and milk. The right combination of the ingredients is 1/3 espresso and 2/3 steamed milk. Continue reading to find more information about a latte and where the name “latte” came from.

Origin of Latte

If you love latte, you might be wondering where this classic drink came from. Well, people have been Italian coffee and milk combination from the 1600s. in the late 1970s, some coffee houses in Austria started providing a drink called Kapuziner. This drink was made with sugar, cream, and spices. That is where the Italian cappuccino came from.

William Dean Howells introduced the term “caffè e latte”. The term “latte” is American. Even during World War 2, the term latter was not on any French or Italian menu. Latte came as slang for caffe latte which is a combination of milk and coffee.

Why Do People Love Latte?

Many people prefer latte to other coffee drinks because you can easily customize it to your liking. You can decorate it with different flavors like vanilla, syrup, caramel among others. Additionally, you can make your latte from different types of milk like oat, soy, coconut, and almond milk.

You can as well choose to replace the coffee with popular tea supplements like rooibos, match, and masala chain among others. Another reason why latte is popular is that it is great for people who prefer a less strong drink. Unlike espresso, the milk proportion dilutes the caffeine severity on a latte.

How to Make a Latte

If you want to make a masterpiece latte at home or in your barista, you just need to learn to create latte art. This is simple because you need to pour the steamed milk into the espresso to come up with designs of your choice. You can make different designs like flowers, leaves, heart shapes, and the like.

What Is the Difference Between Latte and Cappuccino?

Many people end up confusing latte and cappuccino. Both types of drinks contain espresso and other two extra ingredients; steamed milk and foamed milk. Traditional cappuccino has a perfect distribution of foamed milk, steamed milk, and espresso. On the other hand, a latte has more steamed milk and a lighter thin form layer.

Another difference is that a cappuccino has distinct layers while the espresso in the latte and the steamed milk mix.  

Conclusion

Did you know that taking a latte in moderation help in burning fats and preventing cardiovascular problems and other benefits? Now you know! If you love latte and you were wondering what it is made of, I have given you the right information about that. If you were also having trouble differentiating between latte and cappuccino, I hope you know the difference now.

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