A delightful Spanish-inspired coffee drink combining the smooth richness of a cortado with warm cinnamon notes and bright orange zest. The steamed milk creates a velvety texture reminiscent of churro dough, while the citrus adds a refreshing twist to this cozy café favorite.
MethodEspresso
Prep time8
Coffee18g
Water36ml
Grind sizeFine
Water temp200°F
Brewing Steps
- Prepare the cortado glass by warming it with hot water, then empty and dry
- Extract the espresso using 18g of finely ground coffee to yield 36ml of espresso in 25-30 seconds
- Prepare the milk mixture by combining milk, brown sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla in your steaming pitcher
- Steam the milk to 150°F, creating microfoam with a velvety, paint-like texture
- Add orange zest to the steamed milk and gently swirl to infuse
- Pour the milk into the espresso using a steady stream, creating a 1:1 ratio
- Garnish with a pinch of cinnamon and a few orange zest curls on top