The Spanish cortado (cortado is Spanish for shortened or shorn) is an espresso with little milk, i.e. somewhat more than the amount in an espresso macchiato. The cortado is usually served along with whisked milk in 60-ml glasses. However, there are also innumerable local variations (e.g. involving other vessels such as small cups or other ingredients such as condensed milk).

Preparation

7.5 - 8.5 g of finely ground coffee beans (espresso roast)

25 - 30 ml of hot water (90° - 95° C)

30 ml of milk foam

Preparation

Pour the espresso into the glass and top off with milk foam.

Material

Small 60-ml glass