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Coffee is among the top three most consumed drinks in the world along with water and tea. It is deeply rooted in many traditions and cultures while also being a routine morning drink for many. Life without coffee isn't really imaginable. When it comes there are many types such as cappuccino, americano, espresso, latte, cortado, macchiato and more. With these many options, it is fine to get confused between some varieties.
Macchiato and Latte, two popular espresso-based coffees are well loved all over the world for their creamy and rich flavour. However, many people get confused between these beverages. So to make things clear, in this article, we will go through the key differences between macchiato and latte.
Macchiato is an espresso-based which was created for the first time in Italy. The word 'macchiato' refers to "spotted" or "stained" in Italian. The meaning behind the name is that it consists of the same amount of milk which is added to the espresso shot. It is often served with a single shot of espresso and topped with form later. It is known for its robust espresso flavour while having having creamy finish.
Latte is also an espresso-based drink which can be made with either one or two shots of espresso. A latte is prepared using steamed milk and features a layer of foam on top.
The Similarities
Before we get into the differences, let's take a quick look at the similarities that these drinks share between them.
The most common thing between macchiato and latte is that they both are espresso-based drinks. Not just that, both the drinks are also served in a ceramic or a glass cup.
Both drinks are served as a morning drink and also enjoyed mid-day to boost your energy levels while also being highly customisable with various additions such as chocolate, caramel or vanilla.
Macchiato Vs. Latte?
These drinks aren't separated by much, but there is one key difference which differs these beverages and that is the ratio of the ingredients used.
When it comes to latte, it contains one or two shots of espresso which is then combined with steamed milk. It contains a lot of steamed milk and the glasses used for a latte are also generally larger than those for macchiato.
Not just that, a thin layer of foam is also added on top of a latte which people enjoy.
Macchiato on the other hand is prepared with a single shot of espresso and it only features milk foam on the top which comes naturally while preparing it. It doesn't contain the same amount of milk and the drink was actually created to celebrate espresso, thus featuring more of espresso.
The difference in the quantity of milk used in the drinks changes the flavour of latte and macchiato. A macchiato is stronger and bolder due to the espresso flavour while a latte is creamier, smoother and milder than a macchiato.
