Coffee Drink Definitions

Coffee Drink Definitions

Here are some of the most common coffee drinks you might come across:

1. Espresso: A strong, concentrated shot of coffee that is brewed by forcing hot water through finely ground coffee beans.

2. Americano: A coffee drink made by adding hot water to a shot of espresso.

3. Latte: A drink made with espresso and steamed milk, with a layer of foam on top.

4. Cappuccino: A drink made with equal parts of espresso, steamed milk, and foam.

5. Macchiato: A drink made with a shot of espresso topped with a small amount of steamed milk and foam.

6. Mocha: A drink made with espresso, steamed milk, and chocolate syrup or powder.

7. Flat white: A drink made with espresso and steamed milk, but with a thinner layer of foam than a latte.

8. Affogato: A dessert drink made with a shot of espresso poured over a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

9. Iced coffee: Coffee that is brewed hot and then cooled and served over ice.

10. Cold brew: Coffee that is brewed with cold water over a long period of time, resulting in a smoother and less acidic taste.

11. Frappuccino: A blended coffee drink made with ice, milk, and flavored syrup, often topped with whipped cream.

12. Nitro cold brew: Cold brew coffee that is infused with nitrogen to create a creamy, frothy texture.

13. Pour-over: A brewing method where hot water is poured over coffee grounds in a filter, allowing the coffee to drip into a cup.

14. French press: A brewing method where coffee grounds are steeped in hot water and then pressed through a mesh filter.

15. Turkish coffee: A strong, thick coffee that is brewed in a pot called a cezve, and then poured into a cup with the grounds still in it.

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