There are so many ways to enjoy coffee! Everyone has their particular preference in creating the most universal drink. Today the worldwide trends are milky and frothy cappuccinos with a lot of delicious foam. Below are the best-known coffees drunk all over the world... how many of them have you tried at home asNESCAFÉ products? Which of them is your favourite?
The Universal drink
Espresso
'Espresso' is Italian for 'express' or 'fast'.
Espresso is reputed to be the base of all great coffees. Although the praise for the investion of this style of coffee goes to the Italians, the first espresso machine was actually developed in France. It was a rather crude attempt, however, and it was the Italians who developed it into the machine that we know today. An espresso machine uses pressure to force hot water through finely ground coffee. The Italians serve espresso in a 'demitasse' (meaning half-cup), containing 1 1/2 ounces of rich, dark, coffee with a golden crema (or foam) on top. Superb for those who like an intense coffee experience.
Preparation with NESCAFÉ: Enjoy an authentic espresso experience using NESCAFÉ Espresso.
Cappuccino
A frothy mixture of espresso and steamed milk in equal measure.
Preparation with NESCAFÉ: NESCAFÉ makes a delicious range of cappuccinos with thick foam and rich aroma you can enjoy at home and everywhere you want!
Café au lait / Café Latte
Espresso with steamed milk and a dollop of frothed milk on top (more milky than a cappuccino).
Preparation with NESCAFÉ: For a delicious Café Latte at home, just mix NESCAFÉ Classic or Gold directly with hot milk!
Latte Macchiato
A glass filled with hot frothed milk, into which a serving of espresso has been slowly dribbled. The espresso is poured into the milk and froth, creating a layered effect as viewed through the serving glass. Latte macchiato is a delightful confection!
Preparation with NESCAFÉ: Make a NESCAFÉ Espresso and allow it slowly to dribble into a cup of hot milk, spoon some milk foam over your coffee and enjoy! Or, try the NESCAFÉ speciality, NESCAFÉ Latte Macchiato.
Americano
Espresso with hot water added.
Preparation with NESCAFÉ: Fill a mug of hot water and add 2 spoons of Nescafé – this is what is popularly known as a cup of black coffee.
Corretto
Espresso spiked with spirit, e.g. Grappa or Cognac.
Preparation with NESCAFÉ: Just use NESCAFÉ Espresso again, and add the sprit of your choice for an after dinner treat.
Ristretto
Double-strength espresso.
Preparation with NESCAFÉ: Just add another spoonful of Nescafé Espresso, and your Ristretto is ready.
Romano
Espresso served with a slice of lemon.
Preparation with NESCAFÉ: NESCAFÉ Espresso and a slice of lemon...
Con Panna
Espresso topped with a dollop of whipped cream.
Preparation with NESCAFÉ: NESCAFÉ Espresso and whipped cream...
Granita de Caffé
Cold espresso poured over crushed ice.
Preparation with NESCAFÉ: Make a NESCAFÉ Espresso with hot water, let it cool down and pour it over crushed ice.
Mocha
One-third espresso, one-third hot chocolate, and one-third steamed milk.
Preparation with NESCAFÉ: NESCAFÉ Espresso, some drinking chocolate and hot milk.
Frappé
Cold coffee, shaken with iced cubes.
Preparation with NESCAFÉ: Mix 2 g NESCAFÉ Classic and 4 g sugar with cold water and ice - enjoy!
What is your favorite way to drink your coffee? Black, white, with or without sugar? Have you ever tried a Greek Frappé or a Cappuccino Ice? We have more ideas for delicious NESCAFÉ recipes especially for you!
