Prepare a latte & enjoy a classic

Latte is a true classic among coffee specialties. Coffee with milk is very popular with many people and is served in thousands of cafés every day. As a coffee lover, you probably prefer making your own latte from high-quality coffee beans. Not only the blending ratio, but also the quality of the coffee beans is crucial.

In this article, we'll summarize what makes a latte special and how it differs from other coffee specialties. We've also compiled some tips for making your latte particularly aromatic. We'll also introduce you to the high-quality coffee beans from Coffee Annan .

What is a latte?

Coffee and milk are actually two very different drinks—which is precisely why they taste so good together. Coffee has an intense flavor, while milk tastes wonderfully mild. Coffee is dark in color, whereas milk is light. Combined, they create a wonderful taste that is complemented by the visual interplay of the two ingredients.

As the name suggests, a latte consists only of milk and coffee. Unlike other coffee specialties, however, it doesn't have milk foam in its traditional preparation. Furthermore, a latte uses filter coffee rather than espresso. This makes it low in caffeine and easy to digest. At the same time, it's relatively low in calories compared to other coffees. This largely depends on the choice of milk.

Another unique feature of the latte is evident during preparation. It's made with equal parts coffee and hot milk. Some people find their latte tastes even better with lightly frothed milk—but that's a matter of taste.

Sugar isn't traditionally a component of a latte. However, especially in Western Europe, the classic drink is often sweetened.

What is the difference between café au lait, cappuccino and latte macchiato?

Cappuccino, latte macchiato – they are all made from coffee and milk, but are still different from each other. Do you know the exact difference between the individual specialties? We'll give you an overview.

A latte is made from equal parts coffee and milk, but without milk foam. A cappuccino, on the other hand, consists of espresso and milk foam. It is therefore much stronger and has more caffeine.

Latte macchiato is made from espresso and milk and is supplemented with milk foam. The milk content is therefore significantly higher than in a cappuccino. But latte macchiato and café au lait do not only differ in terms of the milk foam: the latte macchiato is often served in a large glass, while the café au lait is drunk from a cup.

What is important when making coffee with milk?

As a coffee lover, you probably prefer to prepare your own coffee specialties. You can be sure that the blend is just right, the ingredients are high-quality, and you'll enjoy your creation piping hot. Want to make an authentic latte? There are a few things to keep in mind.

First, you should brew a strong filter coffee. Use high-quality coffee beans—for example, a specialty coffee from Coffee Annan. At the same time, heat the milk until it's perfectly hot. Then mix the two ingredients in a 50-50 ratio. The latte is served in a bulbous cup. In France, however, it's drunk from a bowl.

In addition to the right coffee beans, the choice of milk is also important. It's up to you whether you choose semi-skimmed or whole milk. Plant-based milk alternatives can also be used. The choice of milk will not only influence the taste but also the number of calories. Regardless of which milk you use, one criterion should always be met: The milk must be hot.

As you can see, preparing a latte is relatively straightforward. The important thing is that the milk content is high enough and that you use filter coffee – not espresso. Of course, that's still possible, but then it's no longer a latte, but a cappuccino.

Prepare coffee specialties with the high-quality coffee from Coffee Annan

If you want to make a latte or specialty coffee , you should use aromatic, top-quality coffee beans. They are crucial for the full-bodied flavor of your coffee specialty. For your latte, we recommend our Kongo Specialty Coffee Filter Roast .

It grows at altitudes of 1,500 to 1,800 meters above sea level and has a medium roast. The coffee has sweet flavors of orange marmalade, black tea, and star fruit. This makes it perfect for making a latte. Alternatively, we also recommend our Kenya Specialty Coffee Filter Roast and Uganda Specialty Coffee Filter Roast .

You're probably wondering what's so special about our coffee beans. All Coffee Annan coffee beans are roasted directly in the country of origin, not abroad. This actively supports a fairer distribution of money along the entire value chain.

Coffee typically leaves its country of origin as a raw material: It is later roasted abroad. This leads to an unfair distribution of profits. Therefore, we pursue a clear mission and roast our coffee beans directly in the country of origin. This ensures fair wages and promotes economic development in the region.

Our coffee therefore has a social impact. At the same time, these are specialty coffees that are among the best in the world. We work closely with coffee experts who ensure the unique taste of our coffee beans.

Conclusion: Prepare your latte with our sustainable coffee beans

Latte is a delicious coffee creation that is ideal as an accompaniment to breakfast, but also at other times of the day. However, latte tastes best when it is made from fair trade coffee beans. At Coffee Annan, we take our social responsibility seriously and therefore roast our coffee beans directly in the country where they are grown and work with local coffee farmers without any middlemen.