A cafe latte is the go-to option in coffee houses for many people. This milk based coffee has its own fan base and a characteristic silky taste. When you brew a cafe latte with artisanal coffee, you get a sweet, mild drink with prominent notes of the coffee without being bitter. Let us learn more about this coffee today!
History of Latte
The history of latte coffee can be traced back to Italy, where it originated in the 20th century. The word "latte" means milk in Italian, and the coffee is named for its use of steamed milk.
The first version of latte coffee was called "caffè latte," which was a combination of espresso and steamed milk. It was a popular breakfast drink in Italy, where it was consumed with sweet pastries.
The popularity of latte coffee spread to other parts of Europe and eventually to the United States, where it became a popular coffeehouse drink in the 1980s and 1990s. The Starbucks chain played a significant role in popularising the latte in the United States.
Today, the latte is a ubiquitous coffee drink that can be found in coffeehouses and cafes around the world. It has also evolved into different variations, such as flavoured lattes, chai lattes, iced lattes, and vegan lattes made with plant-based milk.
How To Make The Perfect Latte
A latte is made up of one-third espresso, two-third steamed milk, with a thin layer of velvety foam on top. Baristas usually use ‘microfoam’ to make a latte. The velvety texture of a latte comes from this microfoam where the frothed milk has extremely tiny bubbles. To make a delicious latte at home, try the following latte recipe:
Ingredients:
1. Espresso shot
2. Milk
3. Sugar or any sweetener (optional)
Instructions:
1. Start by making an espresso shot. You can make it using a moka pot or a french press.
2. Make sure you use an Espresso blend to brew the espresso to get the right flavour for your latte.
3. While the espresso is brewing, heat up some milk. Use a handheld frother to froth the steamed milk.
4. Pour the frothed milk over the espresso shot in your cup. Make sure that the milk is twice that of the espresso shot.
5. Add sugar or any sweetener according to your taste (optional).
6. Enjoy your homemade latte!
Conclusion
Lattes are very popular nowadays. Apart from the classic hot latte, you can enjoy an iced latte, spiced latte, chai latte, flavoured lattes, etc. This coffee drink is perfect for people who enjoy coffee but prefer a milder version of the drink. Another reason why people prefer lattes is because they’re made aesthetic with latte art. You order a cup of coffee, and in return you get a personalised and edible art! How cool is that! To get your cup of top-not artisanal coffee latte, visit us at the Bombay Island Coffee Cafe! Our baristas love making newer latte arts every day and can’t wait to make something amazing for you!