Making Espresso-based Drinks

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How to Make a Cappuccino

In this lesson, you'll learn how to make one of the most popular espresso-based drinks -- the Cappuccino.

What you'll need: Espresso machine Milk pitcher Cappuccino cup Thermometer

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Step #4 Switch on the steam wand. Create froth until it has reached 37°C.

While froth is created, the amount of milk increases, so make sure to place the nozzle close to the milk's surface.

Don't let the nozzle touch the bottom of the pitcher. Keep warming the milk until it reaches +55-62°C.

Step #5 Swirl the milk to release any large air bubbles. You can also tap the milk jug against a counter.

Step #6 Pour the milk over the espresso from a low height.

And there’s your cappuccino!

How to Make an Americano

In this lesson, you'll learn how to make one of the strongest espresso-based drinks-- the Café Americano.

What you'll need: Espresso machine Thermometer Coffee Cup Espresso Glass

Step #2 Pour hot water into a cup. Fill it up to two-thirds of the cup.

Step #3 Pour the espresso into the cup of hot water.

And there's your Café Americano!

How to Make a Macchiato

In this lesson, you'll learn how to make one of the most popular espresso-based drinks with foamed milk -- the Café Macchiato.

What you'll need: Espresso Machine Milk Jug Thermometer Coffee Cup

Step #4 Switch on the steam wand. Start by putting the nozzle just on the surface of the milk.

After a few seconds, slowly elevate the jug so the nozzle reaches deeper into the milk. But make sure that the nozzle doesn't reach the bottom of the jug!

Step #5 Adjust the jug until you find the perfect position where a whirlpool is created in the milk. Continue warming the milk until it foams and reaches 60 °C.

Step #6 Swirl and tap the jug gently to remove large air bubbles in the foamed milk.

Step 7 Pour a small amount of foamed milk into the espresso cup. Remember: We only need the milk foam!

And there's your Café Macchiato!

How to Make a Cafè Latte

In this lesson, you'll learn how to make one of the most popular espresso-based drinks with milk -- the Café Latte.

What you'll need: Espresso Machine Milk Jug Thermometer Latte Glass

Step #4 Switch the steam wand on. Start by putting the nozzle just on the surface of the milk.

After a few seconds, slowly elevate the jug so the nozzle reaches deeper into the milk. But make sure that the nozzle doesn't reach the bottom of the jug!

Step #5 Adjust the jug until you find the perfect position where a **whirlpool **is created in the milk. Continue warming the milk until it reaches +55 to 62 °C.

Step #6 Swirl and tap the jug gently to remove large air bubbles in the foamed milk. Make sure it's smooth and silky.

Step #7 Slowly pour the foamed milk into your espresso. Don't forget to leave a centimeter of stiff foam on top!

And there's your Café Latte!

How to Make a Café Mocha

In this lesson, you'll learn how to make one of the most popular espresso-based drinks with chocolate-- the Café Mocha.

What you'll need: Espresso Machine Milk Jug Thermometer Coffee Cup

Step #5 Switch the steam wand on. Start by putting the nozzle just on the surface of the milk.

After a few seconds, slowly elevate the jug so the nozzle reaches deeper into the milk. But make sure that the nozzle doesn't reach the bottom of the jug!

Step #6 Adjust the jug until you find the perfect position where a **whirlpool **is created in the milk. Continue warming the milk until it reaches +55 to 62 °C.

Step #7 Swirl and tap the jug gently to remove large air bubbles in the foamed milk. Make sure it's smooth and silky.

Step #8 Slowly pour the foamed milk into your espresso and cocoa mix. Don't forget to leave a centimeter of stiff foam on top!

Step #9 Add whipped cream and sprinkle some cocoa powder for garnish.

And there's your Café Mocha!