Different Types of Coffee Drinks

Espresso – one ounce (shot) of concentrated coffee

Double Espresso – two ounces (two shots) of concentrated coffee

Red Eye – adding a boost of caffeine to the “standard” cup of coffee; one-ounce espresso and 6 oz. of drip brewed coffee.

Black Eye – a double version of the red eye

Americano – known as a breakfast coffee, water is added to dilute the espresso; one-ounce espresso and 3 oz of hot water.

Long Black – same as the americano but with more crema and different origin story; two-ounces of espresso and 6 oz of hot water.

Macchiato – usually flavored with syrup (i.e. caramel) based on the customer’s preference; one-ounce espresso and one or two teaspoons of steamed milk.

Long Macchiato – like the standard macchiato, however is noticeably different because the taller version has distinct layers of steamed milk and coffee; two-ounces of espresso and two to four teaspoons of steamed milk.

Cortado – the “perfect” balance of espresso and warm milk; one-ounce of espresso, one ounce of warm milk, and one centimeter of foam.

Breve – a sweeter and creamier coffee; one-ounce espresso, one centimeter foam, and 3 oz of steamed half and half.

Cappuccino – also a creamy coffee with a thick foam layer on top (flavors can be added); one or two ounces of espresso, two ounces of steamed milk, two ounces of foamed milk, and chocolate powder sprinkled in (optional).

Flat White – similar to the cappuccino in consistency, but doesn’t have the foam layer; one ounce of espresso and 4 oz of steamed milk.

Café Latte – known as the “introductory coffee” this drink lacks the bitterness and acidity of “standard” coffee due to the amount of milk that is added (flavored syrups can be added); one ounce of espresso, 8 oz of steamed milk, and 1 centimeter of foam.

Mocha – The perfect mix of hot chocolate and coffee in a cup, this beverage has a creamy consistency with rich flavor; one ounce of espresso, two ounces of chocolate syrup/powder, 3 oz of steamed milk, and 3 cm of foam (or whipped cream).

Vienna (dessert) – Instead of milk, this drink uses whipped cream for a creamier texture; two shots of espresso and at least two ounces of whipped cream.

Affogato (dessert) – usually made with a scoop of ice cream for a decadent dessert; one or two ounces of espresso and one scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Café au Lait – instead of espresso, this beverage is typically made with French press coffee; five ounces of French press coffee and five ounces of scaled milk.

Iced Coffee – a favorite summer drink in America during the summer season; two ounces of drip coffee or espresso, four ounces of ice, 6 ounces of milk or water, and flavoring syrup to taste.