Coffee has been reviving Europeans since the 16th century. The simple filter coffee is still very popular, but has faced stiff competition in recent years. We now know that coffee has other advantages in addition to its invigorating effect: It is a luxury food that can be used to conjure up all sorts of things. With a little culinary imagination, the “coffee” quickly becomes a real treat.
A few years ago, hardly anyone knew what a barista does. Today it is known that the coffee bar is a specialist who conjures up real works of art from ever-changing coffee ideas. But what are the latest coffee creations at the coffee bar?
Clearly, the main trend in recent years has been with the classics: espresso, latte macchiato and cappuccino. That won’t change any time soon either. But the popular trio can still be varied individually and expanded into other interesting specialties.
A Mocca Macchiato is based on creamy chocolate. This is followed by hot milk and strong espresso. Milk froth sits enthroned on top – a sweet and hot pleasure with a special taste. The white variant – “Chocolat Blanc” – is based on the addition of white chocolate, which is first melted in a water bath and then mixed with the coffee. White chocolate shavings come on top as decoration.
The vanilla latte is becoming increasingly popular. Frothed milk is poured over a cup of espresso and a dash of vanilla syrup is added.
The Latte Macchiato Frio is ideal for hot summer days. A cup of cold espresso is poured into a tall glass together with chilled milk, crushed ice and a good dash of aromatic maple syrup. Another espresso is added on top – this ensures a more intense taste and optical pleasure thanks to the great layering.
Simple cappuccino gets a very special touch through the addition of spices. Cinnamon and cinnamon syrup give a fine aroma, ginger and cardamom also provide a touch of fragrant exoticism.
