How to Make a Great Latte
We all know that drinking latte can be expensive. If we make our own we can save quite a bit and make it just the way we like it. Making latte is not particularly difficult once you understand the basic process.
It may surprise you, but the first step in making a great latte is preparing a great cup of espresso. You begin by grinding your fresh aribica beans to the proper consistency. Too coarse a grind will result in a very weak and thin espresso, but if your grind is too fine the espresso will taste much too bitter. Of course you will need a burr or espresso grinder to get the grind just right. It might take a little practise but you will succeed.
Next you brew the espresso. In less than half a minute you should have an espresso with rich dark foam that is called crema. If the color begins to lighten, stop making the espresso or it will be ruined.
Finally it’s time to take the last steps the whole process. A proper latte is a mixture of espresso and steamed milk with a frothy top. You will need about one and a half ounces of freshly brewed espresso. Next you have to steam the milk and create the froth topping. You can use your microwave or stove top, the steaming wand on your espresso machine will do a better job. A good espresso machine will make it easy to prepare delicious latte quickly.
Updated May 30, 2009
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