Cafecito Recipe: Authentic Cuban Coffee with Espumita (Sugar Foam)
Cafecito — also called café cubano or simply Cuban coffee — is one of the most beloved espresso drinks in the Caribbean and Latin diaspora. It is a small, sweet shot of strong espresso topped with a glossy tan foam called espumita, made by whipping the first drops of brew with sugar. One sip and you understand why it powers Miami mornings, family dinners, and entire neighborhoods. This guide covers the authentic moka pot method (how it is actually made in Cuban kitchens), the espresso machine method, the espumita technique step by step, and every variation you will see on a Cuban coffee menu — colada, cortadito, café con leche cubano, and more. ...