{"id":2209,"date":"2020-01-24T14:00:00","date_gmt":"2020-01-24T13:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wordpress-693453-2291131.cloudwaysapps.com\/?p=2209"},"modified":"2020-11-25T14:13:45","modified_gmt":"2020-11-25T13:13:45","slug":"cappuccino-vs-latte","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.difference101.com\/cappuccino-vs-latte\/","title":{"rendered":"What\u2019s the Difference Between Latte and Cappuccino?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Cappuccino vs. Latte: Cappuccinos and lattes are very popular coffee-based drinks, but for people who perhaps aren\u2019t regular coffee drinkers or are used to one particular drink and are looking to try some new beverages, a common question is what\u2019s the difference between a latte and a cappuccino? The difference is in their origin and their milk content.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Read also:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.difference101.com\/cappuccino-vs-latte\/\">What\u2019s the Difference Between Latte and Cappuccino?<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_63 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-white ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6603e6eb649f4\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6603e6eb649f4\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.difference101.com\/cappuccino-vs-latte\/#cappuccino-vs-latte-top-7-differences\" title=\"Cappuccino vs. Latte: Top 7 Differences\">Cappuccino vs. Latte: Top 7 Differences<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.difference101.com\/cappuccino-vs-latte\/#cappuccino-versus-latte-definitions\" title=\"Cappuccino versus Latte: Definitions\">Cappuccino versus Latte: Definitions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.difference101.com\/cappuccino-vs-latte\/#what-is-cappuccino\" title=\"What is Cappuccino?\">What is Cappuccino?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.difference101.com\/cappuccino-vs-latte\/#what-is-latte\" title=\"What is Latte?\">What is Latte?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.difference101.com\/cappuccino-vs-latte\/#cappuccino-vs-latte-pros-and-cons\" title=\"Cappuccino vs. Latte: Pros and Cons\">Cappuccino vs. Latte: Pros and Cons<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.difference101.com\/cappuccino-vs-latte\/#cappuccino-pros-cons\" title=\"Cappuccino Pros &amp; Cons\">Cappuccino Pros &amp; Cons<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.difference101.com\/cappuccino-vs-latte\/#cappuccino-pros\" title=\"Cappuccino Pros\">Cappuccino Pros<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.difference101.com\/cappuccino-vs-latte\/#cappuccino-cons\" title=\"Cappuccino Cons\">Cappuccino Cons<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.difference101.com\/cappuccino-vs-latte\/#latte-pros-cons\" title=\"Latte Pros &amp; Cons\">Latte Pros &amp; Cons<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.difference101.com\/cappuccino-vs-latte\/#latte-pros\" title=\"Latte Pros\">Latte Pros<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.difference101.com\/cappuccino-vs-latte\/#latte-cons\" title=\"Latte Cons\">Latte Cons<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.difference101.com\/cappuccino-vs-latte\/#similarities-of-cappuccino-and-latte\" title=\"Similarities of Cappuccino and Latte\">Similarities of Cappuccino and Latte<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.difference101.com\/cappuccino-vs-latte\/#latte-vs-cappuccino-key-differences\" title=\"Latte vs. Cappuccino: Key Differences\">Latte vs. Cappuccino: Key Differences<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.difference101.com\/cappuccino-vs-latte\/#cappuccino-recipe\" title=\"Cappuccino Recipe\">Cappuccino Recipe<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.difference101.com\/cappuccino-vs-latte\/#latte-recipe\" title=\"Latte Recipe\">Latte Recipe<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.difference101.com\/cappuccino-vs-latte\/#latte-and-cappuccino-artworks\" title=\"Latte and Cappuccino Artworks\">Latte and Cappuccino Artworks<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.difference101.com\/cappuccino-vs-latte\/#comparison-chart\" title=\"Comparison Chart\">Comparison Chart<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.difference101.com\/cappuccino-vs-latte\/#comparison-video\" title=\"Comparison Video\">Comparison Video<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.difference101.com\/cappuccino-vs-latte\/#conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"cappuccino-vs-latte-top-7-differences\"><\/span>Cappuccino vs. Latte: Top 7 Differences<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To quickly see the differences in cappuccino versus latte, have a look at our table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><thead><tr><th>Base<\/th><th><strong>Cappuccino<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Latte<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Quantity of milk<\/strong><\/td><td>Contains less steam and a less textured milk<\/td><td>Contains more steam and a more textured milk<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Serving Style<\/strong><\/td><td>Served in a ceramic cup with a saucer<\/td><td>Served in porcelain, or, more contemporarily, in a tall latte glass<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Originated<\/strong><\/td><td>Italy<\/td><td>Italy<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Name<\/strong><\/td><td>From Capuchin Friar: their tonsured whiteheads and a ring of brown hair<\/td><td>Latte, meaning Milk<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Types<\/strong><\/td><td>Iced, wet, dry<\/td><td>Iced<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Flavor<\/strong><\/td><td>Commonly vanilla, chocolate, caramel, peppermint, raspberry, cinnamon<\/td><td>Commonly vanilla, butter rum, butterscotch, Irish cr\u00e8me, amaretto, almond, English toffee, cinnamon<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Foamed Milk<\/strong><\/td><td>Thick layer<\/td><td>Thin layer<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"cappuccino-versus-latte-definitions\"><\/span>Cappuccino versus Latte: Definitions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Before we look at the cappuccino and latte differences, let\u2019s define the two.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what-is-cappuccino\"><\/span>What is Cappuccino?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A cappuccino is an Italian drink made of a double shot of espresso and milk which has been frothed and teamed. It is popular for breakfast and in Italy rarely drank afternoon. It\u2019s common to see shaved or powdered chocolate on top, sometimes in an artful design.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what-is-latte\"><\/span>What is Latte?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A latte is also of Italian origin, made again from espresso but with a larger milk content. It is also popular during breakfast and is very commonly found iced. Lattes are also popular for milk substitutes, such as soy or nut-milk lattes. While lacking a topping of chocolate, latte art is common, with the milk poured in a way to create shapes and patterns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"cappuccino-vs-latte-pros-and-cons\"><\/span>Cappuccino vs. Latte: Pros and Cons<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As each coffee is similar, it is interesting to explore the pros and cons of a cappuccino vs a latte.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"cappuccino-pros-cons\"><\/span>Cappuccino Pros &amp; Cons<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"cappuccino-pros\"><\/span>Cappuccino Pros<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Good for a sweet tooth, especially when paired with a biscotti.<\/li><li>Rich, intense flavor.<\/li><li>Often available iced if it\u2019s a hot day.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"cappuccino-cons\"><\/span>Cappuccino Cons<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Sometimes it can be harder to find than a latte if not in a dedicated coffee shop.<\/li><li>They can be very sweet, sometimes topped with raw sugar.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"latte-pros-cons\"><\/span>Latte Pros &amp; Cons<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"latte-pros\"><\/span>Latte Pros<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>It can be varied with a range of flavor syrups.<\/li><li>Latte art is fun! Allow your barista to practice new art.<\/li><li>Often available iced.<\/li><li>Quite a tall drink: good for warming up on chilly winter mornings, particularly with a croissant or a muffin.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"latte-cons\"><\/span>Latte Cons<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Milder than a cappuccino in taste.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"similarities-of-cappuccino-and-latte\"><\/span>Similarities of Cappuccino and Latte<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>With both drinks becoming increasingly popular and diverse in their flavors and milk-substitutes, it\u2019s interesting to explore the similarities between a cappuccino and a latte. Their biggest similarity is that they both contain foamed and steamed milk. Making a coffee with cold milk, especially in the quantity needed for a cappuccino or a latte, will result in the drink being colder than desired (unless iced, of course), and the texture of the milk will be different. While the ratio of foamed and steamed milk, and of milk to coffee, is different in each of the drinks, milk is a vital component of both.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They are both desirable to drink in the morning, particularly with a breakfast pastry or muffin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They are both palatable when a milk substitute is used. Soy lattes are particularly popular, especially among a younger demographic. This makes both a cappuccino and a latte favorable for vegans or people with lactose intolerances, as they can still enjoy a latte and a cappuccino using nut- or plant-based kinds of milk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"latte-vs-cappuccino-key-differences\"><\/span>Latte vs. Cappuccino: Key Differences<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Of most importance, however, is the latte and cappuccino\u2019s differences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cappuccinos contain less steamed milk than a latte. When milk is steamed, small air bubbles appear, known as a microfoam, and this creates a smoothness in both taste and structure. A cappuccino has more espresso than a latte. The ratios are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"cappuccino-recipe\"><\/span>Cappuccino Recipe<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>1\/3 espresso<\/li><li>1\/3 steamed milk<\/li><li>1\/3 foamed milk<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"latte-recipe\"><\/span>Latte Recipe<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>1\/6 espresso<\/li><li>4\/6 steamed milk<\/li><li>1\/6 foamed milk<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>As can be seen, a latte\u2019s ratio includes half as much coffee as a cappuccino. This means that a cappuccino will taste stronger, and provide more caffeine in less drink. Lattes have twice as much steamed milk in its ratio than the cappuccino does, but half so much foamed milk. It\u2019s important to note that this doesn\u2019t necessarily mean a latte has twice as much steamed milk as a cappuccino when purchased at a coffee shop, as it is dependant on the sizes of the beverages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is the key difference, as the differences in milk and espresso ratios will drastically change the taste, sweetness, and smoothness of the drinks. Cappuccinos will give you a stronger coffee taste.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"latte-and-cappuccino-artworks\"><\/span>Latte and Cappuccino Artworks<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A minor difference is in the artwork, as latte art is very popular, but as identified above, chocolate patterns are quite common on top of a cappuccino. Of course, these are your drinks, and nothing is to stop you from putting chocolate in a latte if you desire. In fact, many coffee shops have powdered flavors available with the sugar: chocolate, cinnamon and vanilla, are popular choices to add a little something to your drink. You can also, depending on the coffee shop, request syrups added to either a latte or a cappuccino to change the flavor further.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"comparison-chart\"><\/span>Comparison Chart<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.difference101.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/cappuccino-vs-latte-Comparison-Chart.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.difference101.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/cappuccino-vs-latte-Comparison-Chart-554x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Cappuccino vs. Latte: Difference, Recipe, Pros &amp; Cons\" class=\"wp-image-2211\"\/><\/a><figcaption>Cappuccino vs. Latte Comparison Chart<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"comparison-video\"><\/span>Comparison Video<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed-youtube aligncenter wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Cappuccino or Latte: What is the Difference?\" width=\"840\" height=\"473\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ddCsyIyY1r8?feature=oembed&#038;enablejsapi=1&#038;origin=https:\/\/www.difference101.com\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption>Cappuccino or Latte: What is the Difference?<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To conclude, although both latte and cappuccino are espresso-based drinks, their milk quantities are much different. All said, both drinks are relatively cheap, particularly to people who drink coffee every day. Why not try both, and see what is more palatable for you?<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Image Courtesy<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Photo by Christiana Rivers on Unsplash<\/li><li>Photo by Isabela Martins on Unsplash<\/li><\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Cappuccinos and lattes are very popular coffee-based drinks, but for people who perhaps aren\u2019t regular coffee drinkers or are used to one particular drink and are looking to try some new beverages, a common question is what\u2019s the difference between a latte and a cappuccino? 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