KAVOVO
Milk drinks

Cappuccino

Equal parts espresso, steamed milk, and airy foam — the classic morning cup with a deep coffee core.

By KAVOVOUpdated
Cappuccino
Dose
18 g
Yield
170 ml
Time
10 min
Vessel
Cappuccino cup, 150–180 ml

Ingredients

  • 18 g finely ground coffee (double shot)
  • 150 ml whole milk

Equipment

  • Espresso machine
  • Portafilter and basket
  • Coffee grinder
  • Tamper
  • Digital scale
  • Timer
  • Milk pitcher

Optional

  • Milk thermometer

Steps

  1. Pull a double shot into a 180 ml cup.
  2. Steam the milk to 60 °C, stretching a little longer than for a flat white to build airy foam.
  3. Pour steadily so the drink settles into thirds: espresso, warm milk, and a deep cap of foam.
  4. Dust with cocoa if that’s your style, and serve right away.

Tips

  • The foam should hold a spoonful of sugar on top for a second or two — that’s the classic test.

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