Table of Contents
Definition
Latte (noun)
- A coffee beverage made with espresso and steamed milk. Typically, it consists of one-third espresso, two-thirds steamed milk.
- In a broader sense, any hot beverage made by mixing a flavored syrup or ingredient with steamed milk, such as the chai latte or matcha latte.
Example Sentences
- “I started my morning with a steaming hot latte from my favorite coffee shop.”
- “She ordered a vanilla latte with almond milk and a sprinkle of cinnamon on top.”
- “The barista created a beautiful latte art in the shape of a heart on my drink.”
Notes
- The word “latte” comes from the Italian term “caffè latte”, which means “milk coffee”. In Italian, “latte” simply means “milk”.
- There are many variations of the latte, including flavored lattes (e.g., vanilla, caramel, hazelnut), iced lattes, or lattes made with dairy alternatives, such as almond or oat milk.
- Latte art is a popular practice where baristas create intricate designs or patterns on the surface of the latte using the milk foam. Common designs include hearts, rosettas, and tulips.