Cortado Recipe

Preparation

1. 1

   Brew Espresso

   Using an espresso machine, brew 2 shots of espresso into a pre-warmed cup.

2. 2

   Steam Milk

   In a steaming pitcher, pour 4 oz of whole milk. Use the steam wand to froth the milk until it reaches a velvety microfoam texture, ideally around 150°F (65°C).

3. 3

   Combine Espresso and Milk

   Slowly pour the steamed milk over the espresso shots, aiming for a 1:1 ratio of milk to espresso to create a balanced cortado.