Explore the soul of latte, the perfect ratio of coffee and milk

Abstract: Latte is a drink that perfectly blends coffee and milk. Its soul lies in the perfect balance of coffee and milk. Through careful blending, the richness of coffee and the density of milk complement each other, achieving a perfect balance of taste and aroma. Every sip shows the beauty of the blend of coffee and milk, making people indulge in the enjoyment brought by this classic drink. Latte is the golden ratio of coffee and milk, and a feast for the taste buds.

Latte, this seemingly simple drink, actually contains endless charm. With its unique taste and elegant posture, it has become one of the most popular coffee drinks in the world. However, there is a question about the making of latte that has always troubled coffee lovers: that is the ratio of coffee to milk. How should this ratio be mixed to make a perfect latte?

The name latte comes from Italian, which means "milk" and "coffee". As the name suggests, it is a drink that perfectly blends milk and coffee. However, how to blend them and how much to blend is an art. Different baristas, different coffee shops and even different regional cultures will have different interpretations of this ratio.

For many coffee novices, they may think that latte is a simple mixture of coffee and milk, but in fact, there is much more to it than that. Too much coffee will make the latte taste too bitter and lose the smoothness of milk; too much milk will make it lose the characteristics of coffee and become too sweet. Finding a suitable ratio has become the key to making latte.

In some traditional coffee making methods, a coffee-to-milk ratio of 1:2 or 1:3 is generally used, that is, one part espresso is paired with two or three parts of milk. This ratio can not only highlight the richness of the coffee, but also allow the sweetness of the milk to blend in, achieving a balanced state. However, this ratio is not absolute. It also needs to be fine-tuned according to the type of coffee beans, the type of milk and personal taste.

Different types of coffee beans have different concentrations and flavors. The richness of dark roasted coffee combined with the density of milk foam requires more milk to balance its strong taste, while light roasted coffee is relatively light, so the proportion of milk can be reduced appropriately to let the sourness and sweetness of the coffee itself come out. The choice of milk will also affect this ratio. The rich taste of whole milk may need to be paired with espresso in a more balanced proportion. When using milk foam, since it already has a certain sweetness and taste, the proportion of coffee can be appropriately reduced.

Different personal tastes are also an important factor affecting this ratio. Some people like strong flavors and may choose a higher coffee ratio; while some people like latte with a light taste and will choose a lower coffee ratio. This is why every coffee shop will ask customers about their taste when making latte.

In actual operation, finding this perfect ratio still needs to rely on experience and intuition. Every attempt will become a new experience, and every adjustment is to find the ratio that suits you best. This is also the charm and fun of making latte.

Behind this seemingly simple latte, there are actually countless secrets and techniques, and the ratio of coffee to milk is one of the most core secrets. Only by constant trial and adjustment can you find the perfect ratio that belongs to you. When you find that ratio, you will find that it is the real latte, the latte that makes you intoxicated.