The two Italian coffee specialties are easy to tell apart visually. However, the difference between cappuccino and latte macchiato is clearly in the preparation. The cappuccino consists of about 1/3 espresso, which is the first thing in the cappuccino cup, and 2/3 lightly frothed, creamy milk. The latte macchiato, on the other hand, consists mainly of warm milk, espresso and milk foam.
With a cappuccino, the espresso is first poured into the cup and then filled with milk froth, which means that the crema of the espresso settles on the milk froth. With the latte macchiato, milk and milk froth are first poured into a glass and after the milk froth has settled, the espresso is poured into the glass. This creates the typical three layers.
Cappuccino and latte macchiato from the fully automatic coffee machine
Both cappuccino and latte macchiato can be easily prepared with a fully automatic coffee machine and additionally refined with cocoa or latte art. By the way: Translated, latte macchiato means “stained milk”. The milk content of a latte macchiato is quite high since this drink was originally intended for children. Of course, if you want, you can also add a double espresso to intensify the coffee taste.
The word cappuccino describes a piece of clothing. If you translate the word, it means hood in German. The hoods meant by this were worn by Franciscan monks in the 16th century and the Capuchin order was formed from this custom. The monks are the namesake of the cappuccino. However, they did not invent the hot drink. According to a legend, the hot drink was called cappuccino because the milk hood reminds of the hoods of the Capuchin monks. Did you know?
Only the vessel makes the drink really authentic
You can also enjoy cappuccino and latte macchiato in style at work thanks to the office coffee machine. Because almost every machine is able to produce specialties at the push of a button thanks to the coffee machine manufacturer. For real coffee enjoyment, however, you should also attach importance to the right crockery – a pleasure for all the senses.
A cappuccino is served in a large handle cup and saucer. The latte macchiato, on the other hand, is prepared in a tall glass so that the typical three layers can be seen clearly. It is served with a straw and a spoon with an extra long handle. But be careful: If you have a fully automatic coffee machine for the office, you should pay attention to the spout height. These vary depending on the coffee machine manufacturer and not all glasses fit under the spout.
What are the different making options?
The fastest and easiest way to prepare is of course the fully automatic coffee machine for the office. The recipe is saved and the machine automatically prepares the desired drink. However, many coffee machine manufacturers have different recipes. With most devices, however, the recipes can be adjusted so that cappuccino and latte macchiato always match your personal taste.
If you don’t have a fully automatic coffee machine for the office, you can also use an espresso maker (also called a moka pot) and an electric milk frother. With the espresso maker, you can make great coffee in no time at all – no, not espresso – which, thanks to its strength, comes into its own in latte macchiato and cappuccino. But an electric milk frother is not a must either. With a little practice, a manual milk frother or the good old whisk can produce a nice, creamy milk froth. Depending on the drink, you now have to prepare a semi-liquid or a slightly firmer milk froth.
The preparation with the espresso machine is a little easier. To do this, first prepare a double espresso with the espresso machine. You can find suitable types of coffee for preparation in our web shop. Then froth cold milk in the jug with the hot water nozzle of the espresso machine for a few minutes. Meanwhile, move the jug up and down so that the milk is frothed evenly. Put the milk froth on the espresso. A good cappuccino consists of half espresso and half milk froth and is about 150 ml.
Another alternative – and also very time-saving – for the preparation of trendy drinks is a capsule machine. However, the capsules are relatively expensive and not exactly environmentally friendly. Nevertheless, these systems can now produce a good cappuccino or latte macchiato with three layers. Ultimately, everyone has to decide for themselves how they want to prepare their favorite drink. For the making, you either use an espresso capsule and pour frothed milk over the hot drink, or you take a cappuccino or latte macchiato capsule directly.
