Latte Macchiato

“Macchiato” means “stained” in Italian — and that single word describes two very different drinks depending on what gets stained. In the original Italian tradition, an espresso macchiato is espresso stained with milk. In the more modern interpretation, a latte macchiato is milk stained with espresso. They look different, taste different, and are assembled differently. Both are easy to make at home once you understand the logic. This guide covers both. ...