Coffee latte art: from beginner to master, complete tutorial

Coffee Latte Art: From Beginner to Master

Coffee latte art is a highly technical coffee making skill that not only enhances the visual effect of coffee, but also increases the taste and fun. This article will introduce you in detail how to make beautiful and exquisite coffee latte art from entry to mastery.

Material preparation

Before we start making it, we need to prepare the following materials:

• Freshly ground coffee beans
• Milk frother or breast pump
• Milk (whole milk is better)
• A squeeze pot or orange juice jug
• A clean work surface and tools (scrapers, thermometers, etc.)

Step 1: Grind and extract espresso liquid

Tips:

Use freshly ground high-quality coffee beans to ensure the coffee's taste and aroma.

First, grind the coffee beans to a fineness suitable for extraction. Choose different grinding degrees according to personal taste. Generally speaking, medium coarseness is suitable for most latte art techniques.

Next, put the filter in the coffee machine and pour the ground coffee beans into the filter. Adjust the amount of water and time according to your preferred strength, and start the coffee machine to extract the espresso liquid.

Step 2: Make milk foam

Tips:

Use whole milk for better frothing results.

Before making latte art, we need to prepare a fully foamed and stable milk spring. First, pour an appropriate amount of milk into a container and use a milk pump or a hand mixer to whip it. When whipping, pay attention to controlling the force and speed so that the milk produces rich and soft tiny bubbles.

After whipping, set the milk aside for a while to allow the bubbles and milk to fully blend. At the same time, we can prepare tools such as a squeezing pot or an orange juice pot.

Step 3: Latte art techniques

Tips:

Mastering the temperature and gestures is the key to making latte art.

Before you start making latte art, you must first ensure that the temperature of the coffee liquid is moderate (about 60-70 degrees Celsius). Overheating or overcooling will affect the latte art effect. In addition, you need to keep your hands stable and flexible during the operation, and control the squeezing force and speed.

Start making the first basic pattern - a heart shape. Pour the whipped milk into the squeezing pot and place the coffee cup at a 45° angle on the work surface. Then, gently lift the squeezing pot upwards at an angle at the bottom of the cup, while pressing down quickly and evenly. When the milk meets the coffee liquid, pause for a moment and slowly move the squeezing pot to form a complete heart shape.

In addition to the heart shape, you can also try to make other patterns, such as leaves, flowers, etc. Different latte art techniques require different gestures and methods of operation. Through continuous practice and experimentation, you will gradually master more wonderful and complex latte art techniques.

Step 4: Enjoy the coffee art

Tips:

Pay attention to the order and temperature when tasting coffee latte art.

The last step is to enjoy the coffee art you made. Before tasting, make sure the milk and coffee are fully blended and the temperature is moderate. Slowly savor each sip of coffee and feel the layers and aroma of the milk and espresso on your tongue.

In summary, making beautiful and exquisite coffee latte art requires preparing materials and mastering various steps and techniques. Through continuous practice and adjustment, I believe you will become more and more proficient and create amazing coffee latte art works.