CB CB Coffee Menu and Drink Recipes

Question 1

What is the standard ratio of espresso to water in an Americano?

Accepted Answer

1:4

Answer

A traditional Americano is made by adding hot water to espresso in approximately a 1:4 ratio, resulting in a milder, drip-coffee-strength drink.

Question 2

Which beverage is traditionally prepared by combining equal parts espresso, steamed milk, and milk foam?

Accepted Answer

Cappuccino

Answer

A cappuccino is classically made with equal thirds of espresso, steamed milk, and dry milk foam, typically served in a 6 oz cup.

Question 3

What distinguishes a flat white from a latte?

Accepted Answer

Flat white is served in a smaller cup with a higher espresso-to-milk ratio

Answer

A flat white is served in a smaller 5–6 oz cup with a double ristretto shot, giving it a stronger espresso-to-milk ratio compared to a latte.

Question 4

A cortado is best described as:

Accepted Answer

Equal parts espresso and steamed milk with little to no foam

Answer

A cortado is a Spanish drink made with equal parts espresso and warm steamed milk, served in a small glass with minimal foam to cut the espresso's acidity.

Question 5

Which ingredient differentiates a mocha from a standard latte?

Accepted Answer

Chocolate sauce or cocoa powder

Answer

A mocha (or caffè mocha) adds chocolate syrup or cocoa powder to espresso before steaming milk is incorporated, creating a chocolate-coffee combination.

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