Cappuccino

A cappuccino is a traditional Italian drink composed of an espresso shot, steamed milk, and a thick layer of fluffy milk foam. In specialty coffee, this foam is never stiff or full of large bubbles, but instead has a smooth and creamy texture that feels almost like melted ice cream. The gentle process of steaming brings out the natural sugars in the milk, balancing the coffee beautifully without needing any artificial sweeteners. The ratio of milk to espresso makes it softer than a strong cortado, but it still allows the unique flavors of the coffee to shine through much better than in a larger latte. Even though Italian tradition dictates that it should only be enjoyed before noon with a pastry, today it is happily prepared and enjoyed all over the globe at any time.