Definition: A traditional Italian cappuccino is a single espresso shot topped with equal parts steamed and frothed milk (in a ratio of 1:1:1) served in a 4 to 6 ounce preheated bowl-shaped cup. Many in the American market have adapted this recipe, incorporating more steamed and frothed milk.
The foam that tops a cappuccino acts as a natural insulator, keeping the drink warmer longer.
Try it if you want a balanced flavor of rich, sweet foamed milk and espresso, or if you want your drink to stay hot longer in cold weather.
The foam that tops a cappuccino acts as a natural insulator, keeping the drink warmer longer.
Try it if you want a balanced flavor of rich, sweet foamed milk and espresso, or if you want your drink to stay hot longer in cold weather.
Pronunciation: kah-poo-chee-noh
Also Known As: Cap (slang)
