latte macchiato

Milk with espresso

A latte macchiato is an espresso drink where steamed milk is "stained" with espresso—the reverse of a caffè latte, where milk is added to coffee.

The espresso is poured into the milk, creating visible layers: She ordered a latte macchiato for the presentation.

Italian for "stained milk."

milk

steamed

Heated by vapor

  • foamBubble-filled substance
  • frothMass of small bubbles
  • dairyMilk-based foods collectively

whole · skimmed · oat · almond · soy · coconut · lactose-free · frothed · scalded · microfoam

texture

creamy

Smooth and rich

silky · rich · layered · foam · microfoam · steamed · warm · contrast · marbled · gradient

preparation

espresso

Concentrated pressurized brew

layering · glass · spoon · barista · brewing · tamping · pitcher · shots · extraction · temperature

Italian

espresso

Concentrated pressurized brew

doppio · Americano · affogato · moka · caffè · barista · tiramisu · gelato · dolce · biscotti

coffee

espresso

Concentrated pressurized brew

roast · beans · crema · aroma · bitterness · acidity · body · aftertaste · blend · single-origin

café

coffeehouse

Establishment serving brewed beverages

  • menuList of available dishes
  • orderMethodical arrangement or request
  • glassTransparent solid from sand

counter · morning · afternoon · table · pastry · croissant · biscotti · relaxation · Vienna · Milan

Categories
Opposites
coffee-to-milk ratio

latte macchiatoespresso

Concentrated pressurized brew

ristretto · doppio · lungo · black coffee · red eye

beverage temperature/type

latte macchiatoiced coffee

Chilled caffeinated drink

cold brew · frappuccino · affogato · nitro cold brew

beverage category

latte macchiatoherbal tea

Steeped plant infusion

hot chocolate · chai latte · matcha latte · steamed milk · decaf

Family

latte, macchiato, lattes

Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G