Macchiatos and cortados are distinct espresso-based drinks differentiated by size and milk content. Macchiatos are typically 3 ounces and contain one to two shots of espresso marked with a small dollop of milk. In contrast, cortados range from 4 to 5 ounces, maintaining a 1:1 ratio of espresso to milk. This balance results in a creamier texture and mellows the espresso flavor, contrasting with the pronounced coffee taste of a macchiato. The expectation for these drinks may vary in commercial settings, leading to potential confusion and variations among customers.
A macchiato is a smaller espresso-based drink, consisting of 1 to 2 shots of espresso, marked with a dollop of milk. In contrast, a cortado holds an equal ratio of espresso to milk, resulting in a creamier texture that mellows espresso's flavor. Macchiatos are 3 ounces, while cortados are 4 to 5 ounces.
The larger size of a cortado, with its 1:1 espresso to milk ratio, produces a creamier drink that balances the intensity of coffee flavor. The macchiato, conversely, favors a strong coffee taste due to its limited milk addition.
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