What is the difference between a latte and a cafe au lait?
Explain the difference between an espresso, latte, cappuccino and Cafe Au Lait. Help! Espresso This is a very fine ground coffee that is packed into a portafilter and inserted into an espresso machine. Water that is heated to 190-197 degrees Fahrenheit is forced under 8-10 atmospheres of pressure through the portafilter of fine coffee to produce –viola!– 1-2 ounces of espresso. And do not feel bad about calling someone out when they say, “expresso”, because there is no “X” in espresso. Hint A good way to tell if your espresso is of high quality is the color and consistency of the cream. If you add sugar, it should sit on top of the cream for 15-30 secs. Latte A latte is something North Americans have made popular. In Europe, a latte would tend to be considered something you would serve to your children. When made properly I consider a latte to be a delicious drink. Many people confuse the latte with the cappucino. A latte is espresso in combination with steamed milk. To give you an i
