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Writer's pictureByron Smith

How well do you know your coffee



  • Espresso: Espresso is a concentrated coffee beverage made by forcing hot water through finely-ground coffee beans. It has a strong, intense flavor and is served in small shots known as "shots of espresso."


  • Latte: A latte is similar to a cappuccino but has more steamed milk and less foam. It consists of a shot of espresso topped with steamed milk and a small amount of milk foam.


  • Americano: An Americano is made by diluting a shot of espresso with hot water, resulting in a coffee beverage that is similar in strength to drip coffee but with a different flavor profile.


  • Macchiato: A macchiato is an espresso "stained" or "marked" with a small amount of steamed milk or milk foam. It has a strong espresso flavor with just a hint of milk.


  • Flat White: Originating from Australia or New Zealand, a flat white is similar to a latte but with a higher ratio of coffee to milk. It consists of a shot of espresso topped with steamed milk and a thin layer of microfoam.


  • Affogato: An affogato is a dessert-style coffee that consists of a scoop of vanilla ice cream or gelato "drowned" or "soaked" in a shot of hot espresso. It combines the flavors of coffee and ice cream for a delightful treat.


  • Turkish Coffee: Turkish coffee is made by simmering finely-ground coffee beans in water along with sugar (optional) in a special pot called a cezve or ibrik. It's served unfiltered, with the grounds settled at the bottom of the cup, and is known for its strong, rich flavor.


  • French Press Coffee: French press coffee is made by steeping coarsely-ground coffee beans in hot water for several minutes before pressing down a metal or plastic plunger to separate the grounds from the liquid. It produces a full-bodied and flavorful cup of coffee.


  • Vienna Coffee: Vienna coffee is made with a combination of black coffee and whipped cream, sometimes flavored with chocolate or cinnamon. It's typically served in a glass and topped with a generous dollop of whipped cream.


  • Irish Coffee: Irish coffee is a cocktail made with hot coffee, Irish whiskey, sugar, and topped with whipped cream. It's often served in a glass mug and is a popular after-dinner drink.


  • Ristretto: Ristretto is an espresso shot made with the same amount of coffee grounds but extracted with half the amount of water. This results in a more concentrated and intense flavor compared to a regular espresso shot.


  • Doppio: Doppio is simply a double shot of espresso, made by using a double portafilter to extract two shots of espresso simultaneously.


  • Long Black: Similar to an Americano, a long black is made by pouring a double shot of espresso over hot water, but in reverse order. This helps preserve the crema on top of the espresso for a richer flavor.


  • Café au Lait: Café au lait is a French coffee drink made with equal parts brewed coffee and steamed milk. It's similar to a latte but typically made with brewed coffee instead of espresso.


  • Café Cubano: Café Cubano, also known as Cuban espresso or cafecito, is a strong and sweet espresso drink made by adding sugar to the espresso as it's being brewed. It's often served in small cups and is a popular drink in Cuban communities.


  • Café con Leche: Café con leche is a Spanish coffee drink made with equal parts brewed coffee and steamed milk. It's similar to a latte but with a stronger coffee flavor.


  • Café Bonbon: Café bonbon is a sweet coffee drink originating from Spain. It consists of equal parts espresso and sweetened condensed milk, served in a small glass.


  • Phin Filter Coffee: Phin filter coffee is a traditional Vietnamese coffee made by using a small metal filter called a phin to brew finely-ground coffee directly into a cup containing sweetened condensed milk. It's then stirred and served over ice for a refreshing treat.


  • Vietnamese Coffee: Vietnamese coffee is made with coarsely ground dark roast coffee brewed through a phin filter, resulting in a strong and bold-flavored coffee. It's often sweetened with condensed milk and served over ice.


  • Greek Frappé: Greek frappé is a cold coffee drink made by mixing instant coffee, sugar, and cold water, then shaking or blending it with ice. It's typically served in a glass with a straw and sometimes topped with whipped cream.


  • Café Cubano: Café Cubano, also known as Cuban espresso, is a strong and sweet coffee made with a shot of espresso sweetened with demerara sugar as it's brewed. It's typically served in small cups and enjoyed as a quick pick-me-up.


  • Café Breve: Café breve is similar to a latte but made with half-and-half instead of milk, resulting in a richer and creamier texture. It's often served in a large cup and enjoyed for its indulgent flavor.

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