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Latte, cappuccino, flat white: what's the difference?
They all contain espresso and milk. The difference is in the ratios and the texture of the foam. A short guide so you never get lost in a menu.
Coffee menus can be confusing. The good news is that almost everything comes from the same base: espresso, a small, intense shot made by forcing hot water through finely ground coffee under pressure. What makes the difference is how much milk and how much foam goes on top.
Espresso
Where it all starts. About 25–30 ml, topped with crema. The most concentrated form of coffee.
Americano
Espresso and hot water. Close to filter coffee in strength, with the aroma of espresso.
Cappuccino
Espresso, steamed milk and a thick layer of milk foam. Served in a smaller cup, with a clear coffee taste. The drink for foam lovers.
Latte
Espresso and plenty of milk, with a thin layer of foam. Served in a bigger cup, softer and milkier. It is also the drink that pairs best with syrups; seasonal drinks like Pumpkin Spice or Gingerbread Latte are usually latte-based.
Flat White
Usually a double espresso with thin, velvety milk. Almost no foam; the milk blends with the coffee into a single texture. Smaller than a latte, with more coffee flavour.
Mocha
A latte with chocolate: espresso, chocolate sauce and milk. For those with a sweet tooth.
In short
- Strongest coffee taste: espresso, then flat white
- Most foam: cappuccino
- Milkiest and softest: latte
- I want something sweet: mocha or a seasonal latte
Not sure which to choose? Ask our barista. We can make any of them to your taste.
