Macchiato
What is a Macchiato? What is the history of this popular espresso drink?
We know all about the Macchiato at Madres Espresso, and we will tell you what we know in this article. We are proud to serve the Greater Olympia area with our flagship coffee stand on Cooper Point Road, and from our newest coffee stand on Pacific Avenue. Two great locations, one laser focus on outstanding customer service.
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What is a Macchiato?
From the “Coffee Bible,” we know that a macchiato is an espresso coffee "stained" or "marked" with a small amount of steamed milk or milk foam. The completed beverage is usually around 3-4 ounces total. The key characteristic of a macchiato is the balance between the strong coffee flavor of the espresso and the subtle addition of steamed milk. It's a popular choice for those who enjoy the boldness of an espresso but also appreciate a touch of creaminess.
What is the history of the Macchiato?
The macchiato originates from Italy. The word "macchiato" is Italian and translates to "stained" or "spotted" in English. The drink itself has its roots in Italian coffee shop culture, where it has been enjoyed for many years. Italy is known for its rich coffee tradition, and the macchiato is just one of the many coffee variations that have been developed and perfected there.
Variations of a Macchiato
Espresso Macchiato
In this version, a shot of espresso is pulled into a small cup (sometimes called a demitasse cup), and then an equal portion of milk foam is added on top. This results in a strong coffee flavor with just a hint of milkiness. Since the espresso macchiato is the most traditional, we’ll focus on how to make an espresso macchiato in this guide.
Latte Macchiato
A latte macchiato involves more milk than an espresso macchiato. A latte macchiato is made by adding a single or double shot of espresso to a larger amount of steamed milk, usually around six ounces. This creates a layered effect, with the milk at the bottom, a shot of espresso in the middle, and a small amount of milk foam on top. Some coffee shops add flavors and toppings to their latte macchiatos, though modern cafes and coffee shops commonly serve a more traditional macchiato.
A final word about Madres Espresso.
We are proud to be locally owned and operated. There is no big corporation feel about Madres Espresso. Our thirteen baristas are local. They live in Olympia, shop in Olympia, and find recreation in Olympia, keeping it local every day of the week. We love being a hub of the community, an integral part of the day for so any commuters and locals, a place where your name and drink are remembered, and you are treated like the valued customer you are.
Stop by and say hi. Tell us what you want. Be specific and we will go out of our way to make your drink exactly the way you like it . . . and we will do it with a smile on our faces because, well, we value our customers.
