National Macchiato Day in USA

A macchiato, often referred to as an espresso macchiato differs to a latte by not having any milk foam. A latte macchiato differs from a latte by being made in reverse. In a latte, the espresso is added first, followed by steamed milk and a final layer of frothed milk.

The macchiato was likely created in Italy in the eighties by baristas wanting to distinguish an order for a plain espresso from one including some milk. A similar beverage is consumed in Portugal called a café pingado or coffee with a drop of milk.

If you desire a beverage with a rich, robust espresso taste, or if you feel a cappuccino is excessively milky, an espresso macchiato is your best option. This beverage is ideal for those who want an espresso taste without intensity.