Espresso machiato, is a coffee, made with the combination of espresso and cream. In Italian, this drink literally means " espresso stained/ marked with cream". Traditionally it made with one shot of espresso, and the small amount of added cream was the "stain". Starbucks defines Espresso Machiato as "1 shot of espresso in a demitasse and topped with a small dollop of foamed cream. The reason this coffee got its name is because the baristas wanted to show the customer the difference between an espresso and an espresso with tiny bit of cream in it.
Espresso machiato was originated and popular in Italy. It is usually served with dessert during evening.It is also suitable to be served with sandwich and pastry. Espresso machiato can be served either hot or cold. However, more people prefer it to be served in a steam hot condition because it is nicer and more authentic.Suggested places and coffeehouses if people wanted to try espresso machiato in Malaysia is Starbucks, Tony Roma and San Francisco Coffee.
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