Gibraltar Coffee: The Cult Espresso Drink You Need to Try

If you’ve visited a specialty coffee bar in San Francisco, Portland, or New York in the past decade, you’ve likely seen a small glass of strong, layered coffee with a thin cap of steamed milk. That’s a gibraltar — one of the most beloved insider drinks in third-wave coffee culture, and one that’s been quietly spreading from barista culture to café menus worldwide. Here’s everything you need to know about what it is, where it came from, and how to make one at home. ...

April 14, 2026 · 7 min · Home Espresso Lab