The name “Latte Macchiato” translates to “speckled milk”, as the milk is stained by the Espresso. A Latte Macchiato has the same ingredients as a regular Café Latte, however the preparation and serving is completely different. Visually striking with defined layers, a Latte Macchiato is created by adding a shot of Espresso to frothed milk, forming a layer between the foam and the milk.
How to make it.
A Latte Macchiato consists of 1/3 steamed milk, 1/3 Espresso and 1/3 milk foam.
It is created by frothing cold milk, then pouring it into tall glass. A shot of Espresso is poured into the middle of the glass, with foam then used to cover. The milk, coffee and foam transform into three layers, and the result, the taste of an Espresso with the sweetness and creaminess of milk.
How to serve.
A Latte Macchiato is traditionally served in a tall, heat-proof “Latte” glass.
In some countries, a Latte Macchiato is accompanied with a long spoon, in others a straw, so as not to disturb the layers.
The differences.
Café Latte.
A Café Latte is all about the coffee, a Latte Macchiato is all about the milk.
The preparation is also very different, a Café Latte is basically a reverse Latte Macchiato – milk is added to the Espresso. A Café Latte is mixed, while a Latte Macchiato is layered, created with milk foam.
Recipe.
Blackberry Latte.
The enticing flavours of blackberries, Espresso and milk.
