Latte macchiato: a treat for all the senses

Have you ever wondered how to make a perfect latte macchiato? Don't worry, you're not alone! Many people have asked themselves this question and that's why, inspired by our spirit of discovery, we experimented until we created the perfect latte macchiato.

In this description, you will learn everything you need to know about this popular drink and get practical tips on how to make it.

Where does the name latte macchiato come from?

The name 'latte macchiato' comes from the Italian and literally means 'spotted milk'. This name aptly describes the appearance of the drink, in which espresso and milk form a beautiful layer in the glass. Originally, the latte macchiato was developed to offer children a milder version of coffee by adding a small shot of espresso to hot milk.

What makes a perfect latte macchiato?

A perfect latte macchiato is characterised by its clear layers: The milk at the bottom, the espresso in the centre and the creamy milk foam on top. The secret lies in the right temperature of the milk, the quality of the espresso and slow preparation so that the layers do not mix. This is the only way to create the characteristic flavour and appealing appearance that makes the latte macchiato so popular.

Here is a selection of products for latte macchiato

Verpackung von Atinkana Nebelwald Kaffee, mild, 100% Arabica Caturra Typica aus Kolumbien, 500g

Colombiafairtrade

^CHF21,90_{500 g}

Atinkana Coffee Mild

Do you love coffee that is smooth yet seductive? Then Atinkana Mild is the right choice for you. This Colombian fine bean has been gently roasted and reveals a nutty, chocolaty flavour that will pamper your palate.SensoryAtinkana Mild offers a taste experience in a class of its own. You will savour the nutty and chocolaty notes in this medium-roasted coffee. The bitterness is barely perceptible, while a slight fruity acidity gives the coffee an interesting nuance. This coffee is a single-origin Arabica variety and carries the Fair Trade and Direct Trade label.PreparationThe preparation of Atinkana Mild is in your hands. With the right extraction, you can enjoy a balanced coffee that is pleasantly sweet, interestingly bitter and excitingly acidic. And don't forget to discover all the other fascinating flavours in this cup. If the coffee doesn't suit your taste, it's probably down to the preparation. Here are some tips and tricks for a perfect cup of Atinkana.More informationAtinkana coffee is not only a pleasure for your palate, but also a statement. From the cultivation of the coffee plant to the packaging, great importance is attached to respect for people and nature. Atinkana is a call for fair play and a declaration of love for enjoyment and the good life.Atinkana is the story of three coffee rebels who wanted to make the world a better place for coffee. This "hottest" coffee in Switzerland comes from the cloud forests of Colombia and reaches us on the sailing ship Tres Hombres. It spreads happiness and satisfaction from the very first cup, while protecting the soil, air and environment.The secret behind Atinkana lies in permanent agriculture, a sustainable form of cultivation that does not use pesticides and transforms the plantation into a habitat for various plants and animals. The labour-intensive harvest on steep slopes is carried out by hand and ensures a good income for the coffee farmers and their community.Roasting Atinkana beans is a craft, not an art. The master roasters at Hochstrasser AG have a great deal of experience and a feel for coffee, enabling them to achieve the perfect degree of roast. With four different degrees of roast, Atinkana offers an amazing variety of flavour experiences. Discover the unique flavour of Atinkana Mild and enjoy a cup that will not only delight your palate, but also your heart.

Packung ATINKANA Nebelwald Kaffee aus Permakultur Anbau, Dunkel, 100% Arabica Caturra Typica, Kolumbien, 500g

Colombiafairtrade

^CHF21,90_{500 g}

Atinkana Coffee Dark

Do you love strong, full-bodied coffee? Then Atinkana Dark is just the thing for you. This Colombian fine bean has been roasted dark and reveals flavours of caramel, nut and chocolate. The acidity remains discreetly in the background so that these delicious flavours take centre stage.SensoryAtinkana Dark offers sensory diversity. You will discover nutty, chocolaty and caramel flavours. The bitterness is barely noticeable and a slight fruity acidity gives the coffee an exciting flavour. This medium-roasted coffee is a single-origin Arabica variety and carries the Fair Trade and Direct Trade label.PreparationThe preparation of Atinkana Dark is in your hands. With the right extraction, you can enjoy a balanced coffee that is pleasantly sweet, interestingly bitter and excitingly acidic. Don't forget to discover all the fantastic flavours this coffee has to offer. If it's not quite to your taste, it could be down to the preparation. Here are some tips and tricks for a perfect cup of Atinkana.More informationAtinkana coffee is not just a treat for your palate, it's also a statement. From the cultivation of the coffee plant to the packaging, the focus here is on respect for people and nature. Atinkana is a call for fair play and a declaration of love for enjoyment and the good life.Behind Atinkana is the story of three coffee rebels who wanted to make the world a better place for coffee. This "hottest" coffee in Switzerland comes from the cloud forests of Colombia and reaches us on the sailing ship Tres Hombres. It spreads happiness and satisfaction from the very first cup while protecting the soil, air and environment.The secret behind Atinkana lies in permanent agriculture, a sustainable form of cultivation that does not use pesticides and transforms the plantation into a habitat for various plants and animals. The labour-intensive harvest on steep slopes is carried out by hand and ensures a good income for the coffee farmers and their community.Roasting Atinkana beans is a craft, not an art. The master roasters at Hochstrasser AG have a great deal of experience and a feel for coffee, enabling them to achieve the perfect degree of roast. With four different degrees of roast, Atinkana offers an amazing variety of flavours.

Ein Glas mit aufgedruckten Skalen für Espresso doppio, Ristretto doppio, Espresso singolo und Ristretto singolo sowie der Aufschrift 'Made in Italy' und einer Katzengrafik.

^CHF4,80_{110 g}

Motta Coffee Shot Glass Measuring Glass

To measure the amount of a single or double espresso or ristretto

Packaging of Rast Coffee Kerkeicoondah, whole beans, 250g

IndiaDirecttrade

^CHF9,80_{250 g}

Rast Kerkeicoondah, India

Strong body with a long-lasting finish.

Packaging of Rast Coffee Blawan with organic label.

Indonesia100% Arabica

^CHF8,50_{250 g}

Rest Coffee Blawan, Indonesia

A coffee with history, character and depth: Rast Blawan coffee from Indonesia takes you straight to the lush forests and volcanic landscapes of Java. With its syrupy body, mild acidity and notes of bittersweet chocolate, it gives you an intense moment of pleasure - whether as a strong espresso or a balanced café crème. Blawan has a complex flavour with hints of black tea, liquorice and chocolate. Its aroma is reminiscent of marzipan and fresh bread, giving it a warm, inviting flavour. The low acidity makes the coffee particularly round and pleasant, while the full body carries the flavours on the palate for a long time. This single origin unfolds particularly well as a café crème, where its complexity comes into balance. As an espresso, it has a strong, chocolaty profile with a slight spiciness. It is only suitable for filter preparation to a limited extent, as it reveals fewer nuances here. Whether in a portafilter machine or a fully automatic machine, Blawan is easy to handle and ensures consistently high quality. Blawan comes from the traditional Blawan settlements on Java. Local families have been growing Arabica coffee there for generations at altitudes of between 800 and 1,300 metres. With careful care, unique pruning methods for the coffee trees and fertile, mineral-rich soils, they create the best conditions for this special coffee. The knowledge of cultivation has been passed down through generations and still characterises the Blawan today. Rast Blawan coffee is a single origin Arabica consisting of the Catimor, Linie-S and USDA varieties. It is processed using the wet-polished method, which gives the coffee its clean, clear cup. The harvest takes place from April to June 2024 and guarantees maximum freshness. With its origins in one of the oldest and most renowned coffee regions in Indonesia, Blawan not only offers enjoyment, but also an insight into the rich coffee tradition of Java.

Rast Coffee Apas Organic Fairtrade 250g pack

Brazilfairtrade100% Arabica

^CHF8,50_{250 g}

Rast Coffee Apas, Brazil

Discover a piece of Brazilian coffee culture with Rast Apas coffee. This single origin from the south of Minas Gerais not only brings an aromatic experience to your cup, but also stands for fairness, transparency and sustainability. APAS unites the passion of 60 small producers who are fully committed to quality and fair trade. In the cup, Apas impresses with its complex interplay of flavours. You can expect an aroma of tart floral and nutty notes. Dark chocolate and liquorice unfold on the palate, giving the coffee depth and character. Its full body and natural processing give you a harmonious, long-lasting flavour experience. Rast Apas coffee is particularly versatile. As a café crème, its aromatic balance comes into its own, while as an espresso it delights with its intensity and fine flavour. It is less suitable for preparation in a filter, as the strong flavours are somewhat less pronounced in the balance. It unfolds its full potential with a portafilter machine or in a fully automatic machine. This coffee is backed by the Associaçao dos Produtores do Alto da Serra (APAS). This FAIR TRADE association, based in the district of Ferreiras in the south of Minas Gerais, emphasises quality, transparency and fair conditions. The altitude of 1,000 to 1,500 metres, the balanced climate and the fertile soils create ideal conditions for coffees with excellent SCA scores of over 80 points. Apas consists of the Catuai, Mundo Nuevo and Tupi varieties, which have been processed naturally. The harvest period is between July and September 2024. With certificates such as organic, Fairtrade and direct trade, this coffee shows that top quality and social responsibility go hand in hand. So you not only enjoy excellent flavour, but also support producers who do their work with passion and respect for people and nature.

A package of Rast Coffee Bahareque with Fairtrade label on a white background

Colombiafairtrade100% Arabica

^CHF8,80_{250 g}

Rest Coffee Bahareque, Colombia

Discover a real treasure from Colombia with Rast Bahareque coffee. This single origin from the Norte del Valle region impresses with its intense sweetness, fine acidity and complex interplay of flavours. It is backed by the dedicated Cafenorte cooperative, which has been investing in quality, education and sustainability for decades - with success, as Bahareque has been awarded gold by independent Q-graders. In the cup, Bahareque releases a beguiling aroma of dates and liquorice. In terms of flavour, you can expect a nutty base that combines with notes of chocolate and a hint of peach. The combination of fine acidity and balanced sweetness gives this coffee an elegant structure that lingers for a long time. This Arabica particularly shows its strengths as a café crème, where its harmonious balance comes into its own. It also impresses as an espresso with its complexity and fine flavour. It is less predestined for preparation as filter coffee, as its aromatic profile is somewhat less pronounced in this form. It is ideal in a portafilter machine or fully automatic machine. Bahareque is produced by the Cooperativa Cafenorte, a co-operative founded in 1963 with around 1,900 coffee families. The members cultivate 12 regions in the Norte del Valle and are committed to quality, education and social responsibility. Cafenorte guarantees traceability along the entire value chain and contributes significantly to the well-being of the coffee families. The coffee comes from the Castilla, Caturro and Variedad Colombia varieties. It is processed after washing and reaches a high-quality grade with Screen 18. With labels such as Fairtrade and Direct Trade, Bahareque combines excellent flavour with social commitment - a coffee that brings both pleasure and responsibility to your cup.

Packaging of Rast Kaffee Java Baron Arabica Coffee Beans

Indonesia

^CHF7,80_{250 g}

Rast Java Baron, Indonesien

Du magst deinen Kaffee kräftig, rund und mit einem Hauch Exotik? Dann ist der Java Baron von Rast genau das Richtige für dich. Dieser sortenreine Robusta stammt von der Took Bandung Estate Farm in Temanggung, Zentraljava, und überzeugt mit seiner samtigen Fülle und würzig-schokoladigen Tiefe. Ein Kaffee mit Geschichte, Handarbeit und ganz viel Persönlichkeit. Schon beim ersten Duft steigen dir Noten von gebrannten Mandeln in die Nase. In der Tasse zeigt sich der Java Baron mit einem vollmundigen Körper und einer wunderbar sanften Textur. Aromen von Kakao und Walnuss stehen im Vordergrund, begleitet von einem Hauch Tabak – perfekt ausbalanciert durch eine dezente, süsse Säure. Ein Kaffee mit Tiefe, der sich nicht aufdrängt, sondern überzeugt. Rast Java Baron spielt seine Stärken besonders in der Espressozubereitung (3/3) aus. Ob im Siebträger oder Vollautomaten – er liefert eine dichte Crema und kräftige Aromen, die sich auch mit Milch ausgezeichnet kombinieren lassen. Als Café Crème (1/3) bietet er ein eher herbes Erlebnis. Für die Filterzubereitung ist dieser Kaffee aufgrund seiner Fülle und Struktur weniger geeignet. Die Took Bandung Estate wurde bereits im 19. Jahrhundert von einer deutsch-niederländischen Familie gegründet und liegt heute im Herzen eines der ältesten Kaffeeanbaugebiete Indonesiens. Auf rund 800 Metern Höhe wachsen die Robusta-Kirschen im Besitz von Kleinbauern, die mit viel Sorgfalt und Erfahrung arbeiten. Die Bohnen werden von Hand gepflückt, fermentiert, gewaschen und in der Sonne getrocknet. Das Ergebnis ist ein Robusta der Extraklasse – kraftvoll, klar und überraschend elegant. Ideal für alle, die ihren Kaffee intensiv mögen.

Papua New Guinea

^CHF8,50_{250 g}

Rast Sigri, Plantation Estate, India

Nutty, slightly fruity and has a full-bodied flavour of ripe grapefruit.

Rast Coffee El Diamante Organic Fairtrade, 250 g pack

fairtradePeru100% Arabica

^CHF8,80_{250 g}

Rast Kaffee El Diamante, Peru

Ein Kaffee, der Geschichten erzählt: Mit dem El Diamante geniesst Du nicht nur feine Aromen, sondern unterstützt gleichzeitig Kleinbauern in Peru. In über 1600 Metern Höhe gewachsen, überzeugt er mit seiner aromatischen Tiefe und seiner fairen, nachhaltigen Herkunft. Ob als kräftiger Espresso oder sanfter Café Crème – dieser Kaffee macht jeden Moment besonders. In der Tasse entfaltet sich der El Diamante mit feinen Noten von braunem Zucker, Rosinen und Mandeln, begleitet von einem Duft nach Orangenblüten. Als Espresso begeistert er mit ausgewogener Säure und vollem Körper. In der Zubereitung als Café Crème wirkt er runder, sanfter und zeigt seine elegante, delikate Süsse – ein Genuss für alle, die feine Balance schätzen. Dieser Single Origin zeigt sich am besten als Espresso oder Café Crème. In der Espressozubereitung erhältst Du ein intensives Geschmackserlebnis mit schöner Säurestruktur. Als Café Crème kommen die süsslichen, weichen Aromen noch deutlicher hervor. Für Filterkaffee ist er weniger geeignet, da seine Stärke in der Konzentration und Ausgewogenheit liegt. Der El Diamante stammt von der Cooperativa Origin Coffee Lab in Cajamarca, Peru. Rund 220 Bauern aus 17 Ortschaften gehören dazu und bauen die Varietäten Bourbon, Caturra, Gesha, Typica und Marsellesa an. Im Solidario Programm fördert das Kollektiv vor allem Frauen und Jugendliche, mit dem Ziel, Wissen, Marktchancen und Eigenverantwortung der Bauern zu stärken. Qualität bedeutet hier nicht nur ein aromareicher Kaffee, sondern auch eine bessere Lebensqualität für die Gemeinschaft. Der El Diamante wird nach biologischen Kriterien angebaut, ist Bio-, Fairtrade- und Direct-Trade-zertifiziert und wird sorgfältig washed aufbereitet. Geerntet wird zwischen Mai und September 2024. Mit diesem Kaffee erhältst Du nicht nur ein Spitzenprodukt, sondern unterstützt zugleich ein Projekt, das Nachhaltigkeit und soziale Verantwortung miteinander verbindet.

What are the ingredients of a latte macchiato?

A classic latte macchiato consists of three main ingredients: Freshly brewed espresso, hot milk and fine-pored milk foam. The milk should have a fat content of at least 3.5% to make the milk foam nice and creamy. Depending on your taste, you can also use plant-based alternatives such as soya or almond milk.

How is a latte macchiato prepared?

Preparing a latte macchiato is a bit of a ritual. First, froth the milk and pour it into a tall glass. Then brew a strong espresso and slowly slide it over the back of a spoon into the milk to obtain the layering. Finally, top it all off with a thick layer of milk foam. Make sure that the milk is not hotter than 65 degrees so that the foam remains stable.

What glasses do I need and what about the spoon?

For an authentic latte macchiato, you need a tall, narrow glass with a capacity of around 250 ml. This allows you to see the different layers clearly. The spoon, ideally a long latte macchiato spoon, is not just for stirring, but is also a stylish accessory. It allows you to enjoy the milk foam without destroying the layering.

Accessories for the perfect latte macchiato

To perfect your latte macchiato, a few helpers are indispensable. An espresso machine with a steam nozzle makes it easier to froth the milk, a milk jug helps to pour the milk precisely and a thermometer ensures that the temperature is right. For a creative touch, you can add syrups or cocoa powder - there are no limits to your imagination.

Now you are perfectly equipped to prepare a latte macchiato like a pro at home. Let yourself be inspired by Italian coffee culture and enjoy the result of your efforts!

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Latte macchiato: a treat for all the senses

Where does the name latte macchiato come from?

What makes a perfect latte macchiato?

Here is a selection of products for latte macchiato

Atinkana Coffee Mild

Atinkana Coffee Dark

Motta Coffee Shot Glass Measuring Glass

Rast Kerkeicoondah, India

Rest Coffee Blawan, Indonesia

Rast Coffee Apas, Brazil

Rest Coffee Bahareque, Colombia

Rast Java Baron, Indonesien

Rast Sigri, Plantation Estate, India

Rast Kaffee El Diamante, Peru

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What glasses do I need and what about the spoon?

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