Mini-directory of coffee drinks

Types of coffee

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Not all people can drink real coffee, due to the fact that it increases blood pressure. Therefore, a coffee drink based on barley or chicory is an excellent alternative in this case. In addition, there are these delicacies based on ready-made coffee, to which various additives are used to enhance the taste.

Coffee is the most common type of drink with which many people start their day. Due to this, the human body is filled with energy and vigor. In this regard, gourmets prepare various types of delicacies based on coffee.

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Types of coffee drinks

If we talk about coffee drinks in general, we can say that there are quite a lot of varieties of coffee drinks. The main ones are the following types, which are prepared on the basis of coffee:

Espresso. The drink is famous throughout Europe. It requires special grinding of grains, which has an even structure. It is prepared in special coffee machines from Arabica and Robusta blends. A good delicacy, prepared according to all the rules, will be distinguished by a light creamy foam, which is characterized by stability. It is preferable to drink it hot so that the foam does not have time to settle. For a full taste, it is customary to mix the stable foam with the liquid and then enjoy the drink. One cup of espresso is about 35g;
Doppio. Double portion of expresso for real gourmets who will not be surprised by anything;
Romano. A type of espresso served with lemon zest and a lemon slice. It is customary to drink without adding baked goods, after meals;
Ristretto. Very strong coffee, served in small portions. To prepare it, you only need 25 ml of water and 7 g of coffee, which allows you to understand how strong it turns out. In Russia, not many people prefer it, but in Italy it is very popular. It is customary to serve this type along with a glass of cold water. Here water is used to keep the taste buds clean. They drink the drink in the following way: take a few sips of water and quickly drink the ristretto. By the way, water also serves as a warning against dehydration after such strong coffee;
Viennese coffee. Whipped cream is added to regular espresso. The top is sprinkled with grated chocolate and spices. Most often served in large cups. Consumers prefer it along with some dessert at any time of the day or night. Usually coffee and whipped cream are not mixed, but are drunk gradually;
Lungo. This is something between espresso and Americano itself. Here the espresso portion is increased by adding water. It is preferred by consumers who cannot drink strong coffee, but do not want to give it up completely;
Americano. This type is also prepared on the basis of espresso, which is diluted with water. Having prepared 30 ml of the drink, it is diluted with approximately another 100 ml of water. This increases volume without adding additional caffeine. Supplement with milk or cream, sugar. They prefer to enjoy it with freshly baked pastries or some cookies;

And these are not all types of coffee drinks - can you imagine?

Con pana. Made with espresso and decorated with whipped cream sprinkled with cinnamon. Often the coffee and cream are stirred before drinking;
Coretto is a delicacy prepared with the addition of alcohol, for example whiskey, vodka, cognac. Consumers prefer it in the frosty season when they need to stay warm. Often supplemented with honey or sugar;
Irish. Brewed espresso is complemented with strong alcohol and cream, lushly whipped into foam. Consumed without sugar, but can be supplemented with toppings;
Macchiato. It is espresso with the addition of milk foam. Does not mix;
Glasse. Served with ice cream and chocolate chips. It is consumed chilled and is therefore popular in summer.

In fact, the range of coffee drinks is quite wide and this is only a small part of the most famous. It is not uncommon for various cocktails to be made based on coffee.

Names of coffee drinks

There are quite a few coffee drinks with milk. These include:

Marocino. It is freshly brewed espresso with frothed milk added. The top is decorated with cocoa powder.
Raf coffee. Whipped espresso along with cream and milk. It is considered a dessert, for which many women prefer it.
Cappuccino is a drink consisting of coffee and milk, whipped into foam. It is complemented with cinnamon, grated chocolate and powdered sugar. Very often cappuccino is consumed with desserts.
Mocha. Prepared from espresso with chocolate, as well as hot milk. Decorated with milk foam and sprinkled with grated chocolate.
Latte. To prepare, take 1 part espresso and 2 parts milk, whipped into foam. Topped with syrup and served as a cocktail.
Breve. Consists of 1 part espresso, ½ part milk and ½ cream. It is mixed, but not whipped.
Latte macchiato. The glass is filled with layers: espresso, milk, whipped cream. The layers are not mixed. It must be served with a straw.
Flat white. It is a double expresso with milk. It has a rich taste and aroma. Served with desserts.
Gallon. It is coffee with foamed milk in a ratio of 1:3. Very similar to a latte.

Coffee and coffee drinks made from it occupy a popular place among many people. In Russia, it is most often customary to enjoy them in the morning, as they give vigor and energy for almost the whole day.

There are also other coffee drinks that contain various additives. One of these types is a coffee drink made from barley. Barley is often added to coffee beans, and can also exist as an independent component. It does not contain the substance caffeine, so it can be used:

To improve blood circulation;
As a prophylactic against diseases of the mammary glands;
Normalization of hormonal levels;
To stabilize the nervous and digestive system.

In addition, barley coffee drink has diuretic and tonic properties. One of the brightest types is the Kolos coffee drink.

Hot coffee drinks

Espresso

beanscoffee.ru A drink for which hot water under high pressure is passed through a filter with ground coffee. Dozens of other coffee drinks are prepared based on espresso.

Doppio

Above-average coffee shops offer this drink as espresso or double espresso, and the “doppio” item itself is often absent from the menu.

Ristretto

Coffee for those who like it stronger. The same espresso, but smaller and stronger.

Lungo

Lungo is an espresso that takes longer to pour and takes longer to prepare. It has a less intense but more bitter taste.

Americano

Americano is made from one or two shots of espresso, to which 30 to 470 ml of hot water is added.

Cappuccino

Espresso with hot milk, the top layer of which is whipped into a smooth, glossy foam. It is customary to drink cappuccino without sugar; it is tasty due to the natural sweetness of the milk.

Latte

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There are some differences in the recipes, but the essence remains the same: latte - coffee with milk. The main difference between this drink and cappuccino is that when making a latte, espresso is added to the milk, and not vice versa. If you are interested in the proportions in which espresso is mixed with milk and milk foam, ask the barista: many coffee makers have their own opinion on this matter. Just remember to pronounce the name of the drink correctly: the emphasis in the word “latte” falls on the first syllable.

Rough coffee

A drink consisting of espresso, cream (not whipped, but liquid) and vanilla sugar. In addition to the classic vanilla flavor, coffee shops can offer citrus, lavender or, for example, berry.

Flat white

A flat white is prepared in the same way as a cappuccino. The difference lies in the level of milk foam, which when preparing this coffee drink is strictly 0.2 cm.

Moccaccino (mocha)

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A type of latte that includes an additional ingredient - chocolate (in the form of cocoa powder, syrup or hot chocolate).

Macchiato

Macchiato - espresso with a circle of milk foam. The milk is not poured in, the foam is carefully spooned out to form a white circle with a brown espresso edge.

Cortado

Coffee-milk drink with a 1:1 ratio of espresso and milk.

Piccolo

Miniature version of cappuccino. To make piccolo, you need to make espresso, shake it and add milk.

Con panna

Espresso or doppio topped with whipped cream.

Glasse (affogato)

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Coffee with ice cream. Glace and affogato may differ slightly in the method of preparation: affogato uses espresso, which is poured over ice cream, and the glace recipe is not so strict in the choice of coffee base and the order of adding ingredients to the drink.

Viennese coffee

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Recipes may differ slightly, but the basic principle is the same: Viennese coffee is coffee and whipped cream.

American style coffee (filter coffee)

A drink made by simply pouring water through coffee (as opposed to an Americano, where water is simply added to the drink). Prepared in a drip coffee machine.

Coffee with cocoa

The ingredients and method of preparation are clear from the name of the drink. Proportions may vary.

Turkish coffee

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This type of coffee is brewed in a Turkish coffee pot. Many people prefer this particular brewing method, refusing drinks prepared using a coffee machine.

Irish coffee

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Coffee, cream, brown sugar and Irish whiskey.

Coffee with cognac

Not the most popular drink, but still found on coffee shop menus. Cinnamon, cloves or orange zest are often added to an alcoholic cocktail.

Coffee with Baileys

Another version of a coffee drink with the addition of Irish cream liqueur.

Coffee drink: benefits and harms

The benefits of a coffee drink made from barley and chicory are due to the following positive properties:

Calm the nervous system and have a beneficial effect on it;
Improves vascular function;
Improves heart function;
Removes accumulated toxins and impurities;
Normalizes the condition of the blood and also has a cleansing property;
Stabilizes hormonal levels by restoring the functioning of the glands;
Improves digestion.

The harm of these drinks may lie in the fact that you should not drink them in excess. If consumed excessively, side effects may appear in the form of nausea and sometimes vomiting. As for treats containing coffee, the harm is due to the fact that in hypertensive patients blood pressure may increase due to the caffeine content in the drink. Such people are recommended to drink a decaffeinated coffee drink, for example, based on barley or chicory.

Coffee drink: composition

The appearance of the coffee powder is approximately the same and is brown in color. However, its composition may differ. So, it may include coffee beans along with cereals or, for example, chicory or barley in its pure form. Flavoring additives are often added to the drink.

Coffee drinks in Italy

Real Italian coffee is prepared in several varieties, which differ in the degree of strength, as well as individual components. When traveling through the cities of Italy, you should definitely try:

caffè - regular espresso served in tiny cups;
cappuccino – consists of 1/3 espresso, 1/3 milk and 1/3 delicate foam;
macchiato - espresso, to which a drop of milk is added to obtain a more delicate taste;
caffè lungo – “long” espresso with double the amount of water;
espresso romano – strong espresso with lemon juice, served in a heated cup;
caffè latte – coffee with milk in a 1:1 ratio;
latte macchiato – prepared from steamed hot milk with the addition of a small portion of espresso;
Ristretto – very strong coffee with a small amount of water, literally “just a sip.”

The word latte means "milk" in Italian. To avoid getting a regular glass of milk at the bar instead of a cup of the desired coffee drink, you need to specify caffè latte or latte macchiato when ordering.

Coffee drink: reviews

Consumers note that most instant coffee drinks are healthy and have a beneficial effect compared to coffee. Attractive packaging and excellent taste are noted. However, some types of products do not dissolve well in water and a brown sediment remains at the bottom, which many consumers do not like.

Another positive effect of coffee drinks is that they can be consumed even by hypertensive patients, as there are options that do not contain coffee and caffeine.

Coffee drink for children

There are special coffee treats for children that contain chicory and barley. It is worth noting that these drinks are not only tasty, but also healthy. You can safely give your child a cup of coffee treat in the morning and not worry that it is harmful. Very often a little echinacea or rosehip is added to its composition.

To prepare a treat for your child you need to take:

4 g children's coffee powder;

50 ml milk;

60 ml water;

6 g sugar.

This is for 1 serving. Add coffee powder to boiling water and bring to a boil. Remove from heat and let stand for 5 minutes, then strain. Milk and sugar are added to the finished treat.

Mini-directory of coffee drinks

Coffee has many types. And knowledge of these varieties is very useful. Not only for better orientation in the coffee shop menu, but also for ourselves. You will be pleasantly surprised to discover new types of coffee drink. It is useful to know the differences between espresso or cappuccino, what is a latte or mocha. Let's look at ways to make natural coffee.

Varieties of espresso

Espresso macchiato (Espresso macchiato) – translated from Italian “macchiato” means “foamy”. When you order this drink, you will receive a standard shot of espresso, topped with a small amount of milk foam. The ratio of coffee to milk is approximately 4:1.

Doppio – double shot of espresso.

Espresso Romano is a standard shot of espresso with lemon. Sometimes this drink is decorated with a lemon wedge or lemon zest. Translated from Italian, the name of this type of espresso means “Roman”.

Espresso coretto is espresso with the addition of any alcoholic beverage.

Espresso lungo (Espresso lungo) is a drink less strong than standard espresso, but stronger than Americano. Unlike the latter, espresso lungo is not diluted with water. To prepare it you will need 7 g of ground and 50-60 ml of water.

Ristretto is the strongest coffee drink. Ristretto proportions: 7 g per 20-25 ml of water. To prepare it, ground coffee is pressed and extracted under a pressure of 9 bar for 15 seconds. Many people believe that ristretto contains a very large portion of caffeine, but this is not the case. It contains even less caffeine than espresso. During the first 15 seconds of coffee extraction, essential coffee oils enter the ristretto, and caffeine begins to be released later. Ristretto is called “the most Italian coffee.” From the language of Petrarch and Dante, its name is translated as “strong”. This drink is a few sips of vigor. Please note: adding sugar to it is considered bad manners. Ristretto is served in an espresso cup with a glass of cool water. The water cleanses your taste buds, allowing you to taste the bitterness and strength of the ristretto.

Espresso-based coffee drinks

Cappuccino is one of the most popular coffee drinks in the world. It received this name due to its color, reminiscent of the robe of the Capuchin monks. All over the world it is believed that it was the monks who came up with the idea of adding frothed milk to coffee. Cappuccino is prepared in this way: a portion of espresso is mixed with milk and milk foam in a one-to-one ratio. Milk foam is created by heating the milk and infusing it with air bubbles, making the drink delicious. DeLonghi coffee machines, equipped with the Automatic capuccino system, prepare the kind of drink that is served in the best restaurants. Milk cappuccino foam will be a real treat. Do you know how to check if a cappuccino is prepared correctly? To do this, pour sugar on top of the foam in the cup. If the foam is whipped as intended, the sugar will remain on the surface of the cappuccino. It is believed that latte art (the art of drawing on coffee foam) is also an invention of the Capuchin monks.

Latte macchiato (Latte macchiato Italian - “stained milk”) is a hot drink consisting of espresso coffee and milk in a ratio of about 1:3 (one part espresso, three parts milk).

Coffee Latte – translated from Italian, “latte” means “milk”, coffee with a lot of milk. To prepare this type of coffee, you need to pour foamed milk into a glass and pour espresso into it in a thin stream. There are many cocktails based on milk coffee: latte with cinnamon, nuts, latte ice. Chocolate, creamy, latte with amaretto... There are no limits to the imagination of experienced baristas. The drink is usually served in an Irish glass.

Flat white is an interesting drink, characterized by a strong coffee taste and at the same time a soft, velvety texture. This type of coffee is based on double espresso and steamed milk, but unlike cappuccino, the proportion of milk to coffee is not so high.

Long (Americano) (Americano) - got its name due to the fact that it was popular in North America. There is an opinion that it is healthier than other coffee drinks because it is less strong. There are two types of coffee drink: American coffee, which is prepared in a filter coffee maker, and the European version or espresso with the addition of boiling water. Both enjoy considerable popularity.

Schiumato - coffee with a drop of hot frothed milk.

Torre is a large shot of espresso with a very fluffy head of milk foam. The name of the drink is translated from Italian as “tower”, which, given the appearance of the drink-delicacy, is not surprising. For torre, a denser foam is usually prepared than for cappuccino. The drink is served in tall glasses so that it looks like its name.

Glace or Glise (Iced coffee) – natural coffee with ice or ice cream, with added sugar and milk.

Irish coffee is an alcoholic drink because it is mixed with Irish whiskey. Topped with cream.

Coffee Mocha (Moccoccino) - similar to cappuccino and Latte coffee with chocolate. But it is sweeter and contains less coffee, which is why it does not give the same sensations that coffee gives.

Frappe - iced coffee made from double espresso, with the addition of milk and crushed ice cubes. Can be served with chocolate, cream, fruit, ice cream or honey.

You can easily prepare all these drinks using Delonghi coffee machines. Latte or cappuccino, espresso or Americano...The equipment of the Italian brand will create real coffee masterpieces. Try it and enjoy.