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Italian coffee (Espresso)

"Espresso" means "express" or "fast" in Italian.

Italian coffee is called the root of good coffee. Although the reputation of Italian coffee belongs to Italy, the first Italian coffee machine was simply tried in France, but as we know today, it was successfully developed by the Italians. In Italy, the price of a cup of Italian coffee is controlled by the government. For Italians who want to experience the taste of extra-bitter, espresso, they use "demitasse" (which means half a cup) to enjoy this coffee, which consists of 1.5 ounces of black coffee with some excellent cream to float on top of the coffee.

Cappuccino coffee (Cappuccino)

An Italian coffee mixed with the same amount of Italian coffee and steamed foamed milk, the color of this coffee is like the dark brown hood of a cappuccino monk, hence the name cappuccino. The traditional cappuccino is 1/3 espresso, 1/3 steamed milk and 1/3 foamed milk.

Foamed Italian Coffee (Macchiato)

It's espresso with two tablespoons of foaming steam milk.

American coffee (Americano)

The texture of hot espresso is similar to that of ordinary brewed coffee. In this way, you can taste the original espresso without milk.

Milk / latte (Latte)

Italian coffee with steamed milk and a ball of foamy milk floating on it. The ratio of coffee to milk and milk foam is 1:2:1. It has a stronger milk flavor than cappuccino coffee.

Corretto (Crete)

Italian coffee mixed with spirits, such as Grappa.

Romantic feelings (Romano)

Is to add a curly lemon peel to the Italian coffee.

Rex (Ristretto)

Double concentration of Italian coffee.