It is sometimes called espresso macchiato, is an espresso coffee drink with a small amount of milk, usually foamed. In Italian, macchiato means "stained" or "spotted", so the literal translation of caffè macchiato is "stained coffee" or "marked coffee".
A macchiato is primarily made from espresso. However, it offers an alternative to the classic espresso for those who want a robust flavor hit with a touch of creaminess provided by the spot of milk. Most countries have adopted the Italian name, but if you’re looking for a macchiato in Portugal, you may need to order ‘cafe pingado,’ which translates as ‘coffee with a drop’ (the splash of milk).
There are two main types of macchiato coffee: the espresso macchiato and the latte macchiato.
Small/medium macchiatos typically have around 80mg of caffeine, while large ones pack in about 120mg.
This coffee should contain just a splash of milk added to pure espresso. If too much milk is added, you may end up with something more reminiscent of a latte or a cappuccino. The aim is to preserve the bold flavor of the espresso while adding a very delicate, subtle touch of sweetness with a spot of milk. Typically, a single shot of espresso is poured into a demitasse (a small espresso cup), and then a splash of hot milk is added. Some coffee shops will add a fine layer of foam, but many will use microfoam, which has been very carefully created.
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