Coffee Glossary: 101 Coffee Words You Need To Know

I. Drinks Glossary

Espresso: A thick Italian coffee made by using a high pressure stove to push hot water through finely ground coffee. Typically served in a very small cup, and drunk after breakfast or throughout the day (more).

Cappuccino: A popular Italian drink consumed in the morning in Italy that is made from (single or double) espresso shots and has steamed milk & foam spooned on top (more).

Mocha: This is a hot coffee type drink, made from espresso, chocolate and milk (more).

Latte: This is a hot coffee drink made by using a quarter coffee to three quarters steamed milk. Only a little foam is added (more).

Flat White: A variation of a cappuccino, but made with less foam than a cappuccino (more).

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And finally...

Wherever you are, remember "Only Great Beans Make Great Coffee"!

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