Coffee preparation: The most famous types of coffee worldwide

Few coffee specialties are as well-known worldwide as the cappuccino. Traditionally, it consists of an espresso, hot milk, and a thick layer of milk foam.

The classic ratio is roughly one-third espresso, one-third milk, and one-third milk foam. This balance creates a harmonious flavor that combines intensity and creaminess.

In Italy, cappuccino is traditionally drunk mainly in the morning. Today, it is one of the most popular coffee drinks around the globe.

For many guests, the cappuccino is the perfect combination of strong coffee and pleasantly smooth milk.

The caffè latte originated in Italy and is traditionally served for breakfast. Compared to the latte macchiato and cappuccino, it contains significantly more hot milk and only a thin layer of microfoam.

The ratio is often around 1:3—one part espresso to three parts milk. Caffè Latte is usually served in a large cup rather than a tall glass.

The main difference from the latte macchiato lies in the preparation. While the milk is poured into the glass first for the latte macchiato, the espresso is extracted first for the caffè latte and then topped off with hot milk.

The result is a particularly well-balanced drink in which the aromas of the coffee bean remain more pronounced.

The Americano was created out of a desire for a less intense coffee. It is made by adding hot water to an espresso.

Visually, the drink resembles filter coffee, but it has the typical flavors of an espresso. Especially in North America, the Americano is one of the most popular coffee drinks of all.

The flat white originated in Australia and New Zealand. Its popularity has grown significantly worldwide in recent years.

It is characterized by a double shot of espresso and finely textured microfoam. Unlike a cappuccino, the flat white contains significantly less visible foam, which allows the coffee flavor to take center stage.

Many coffee lovers appreciate the flat white as the perfect balance between a strong espresso and velvety milk.

Filter coffee is experiencing a remarkable resurgence worldwide. More and more guests are discovering the subtle flavor nuances that this method of coffee preparation can bring out.

With this method, hot water slowly flows through the ground coffee. The result is a clear cup of coffee that highlights the origin, roast, and bean particularly well.

Many coffee experts consider filter coffee one of the best ways to enjoy high-quality Arabica coffee.

Cold brew is not made with hot water, but is extracted over many hours using cold water.

This slow coffee brewing process produces a beverage with low acidity, natural sweetness, and a particularly smooth flavor.

Cold brew is enjoying growing popularity in cafés worldwide, especially during the summer months.

The wide variety of coffee drinks presents significant challenges for foodservice establishments. Guests expect every cappuccino, flat white, and latte macchiato to be served with the same high quality every time.

Modern fully automatic coffee machines enable precise extraction, exact dosing of water and coffee, and perfectly calibrated milk frothing technologies. This allows for the efficient and consistent preparation of a wide variety of beverages.

Temperature, consistency, and frothing quality play a crucial role, especially in milk-based specialty drinks.