description Café Cortado Overview
A café cortado is a traditional Spanish espresso beverage consisting of a single shot of espresso cut with a small amount of warm, steamed milk. The typical ratio is roughly half espresso and half milk, served in a small glass or cup. Unlike a latte or cappuccino, the milk is not heavily textured into thick foam but rather used to reduce the acidity and bitterness of the coffee. It is a widely consumed beverage in Spain, Portugal, and various Latin American countries.
help Café Cortado FAQ
What is the difference between a cafe cortado and a latte?
A café cortado is served with a very small amount of warm steamed milk to cut the acidity of the espresso. A latte, conversely, contains a much higher volume of milk and thick, textured foam.
What is the ratio of espresso to milk in a café cortado?
The typical ratio for a café cortado is roughly half espresso and half milk. It is traditionally served in a small 4 to 5 ounce glass or cup.
Where did the café cortado originate?
The café cortado originated as a traditional Spanish espresso beverage. It eventually spread in popularity to various Spanish and Portuguese-speaking countries around the world.
How is the milk prepared for a traditional café cortado?
Unlike a cappuccino, the milk in a café cortado is steamed but not heavily frothed. There is little to no thick microfoam on top, allowing the milk to simply soften the bitter edge of the espresso.
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