Orange Zest Cortado Churro

Brewing Steps

1. Prepare the cortado glass by warming it with hot water, then empty and dry
2. Extract the espresso using 18g of finely ground coffee to yield 36ml of espresso in 25-30 seconds
3. Prepare the milk mixture by combining milk, brown sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla in your steaming pitcher
4. Steam the milk to 150°F, creating microfoam with a velvety, paint-like texture
5. Add orange zest to the steamed milk and gently swirl to infuse
6. Pour the milk into the espresso using a steady stream, creating a 1:1 ratio
7. Garnish with a pinch of cinnamon and a few orange zest curls on top

Pro Tips

• Use fresh orange zest for the best flavor - avoid the bitter white pith
• Steam milk to exactly 150°F to maintain the cortado's signature temperature
• Let the orange zest infuse in the milk for 30 seconds before pouring
• Serve immediately in a 4oz glass for the authentic cortado experience
• Try Valencia or navel oranges for the sweetest zest