In Italy, Espresso is the main form of coffee enjoyed at cafe's and usually drunk standing up at the counter, before getting on with your day. Some Italians will ask for their coffee with a small dot of milk foam, just enough to stain the Espresso, called Macchiato - ordered easily here in Australia almost anywhere, though it usually ends up resembling a Piccolo Latte (small strong latte), with too much milk added to be a true Macchiato. At the end of the day, I am not too concerned with what the drink is named, its just helps in getting what we imagined might be delivered.
How Coffee is enjoyed in Italy Vs Australia
Another popular coffee, the Capuccino is easily ordered in Italy, but it is considered a morning drink and very rarely ordered in the afternoon.
Decaf is well known and easily ordered in Italy, however a Frapacinno will be met with a blank stare. Italians don't usually add sugar to their coffee and do not add syrups either, which is a main ingredient of a Frapuccino. The have been known to add liquor though, resulting in il caffé corretto, though thats usually North of Italy and using liquors such as grappa, sambuca, brandy or cognac.
Decaf is well known and easily ordered in Italy, however a Frapacinno will be met with a blank stare. Italians don't usually add sugar to their coffee and do not add syrups either, which is a main ingredient of a Frapuccino. The have been known to add liquor though, resulting in il caffé corretto, though thats usually North of Italy and using liquors such as grappa, sambuca, brandy or cognac.
