Regional · Strong-sweet

Café Cubano

Strong espresso sweetened with whipped sugar foam. Short, strong and sweet.

Who might like it? people who want a short strong sweet coffee

Flavor profileintense, low-acid, sweet
CaffeineHigh
Serving25-90 ml
EquipmentEspresso machine or moka pot; steam wand/frother for milk drinks

Approximate ingredient balance

Approximate ml breakdown: Espresso ~49 ml · Sugar ~11 ml. Varies by number of shots.

Regional: May vary by region, tradition or serving style.

How to make it at home

  1. Prepare the Espresso base; ratios are approximate on this card.
  2. Add the sweet component with control; sugar/chocolate/condensed milk ratio can vary by recipe.
  3. Balance water, milk or ice according to serving size.

FAQ

What is Café Cubano?

Strong espresso sweetened with whipped sugar foam. Short, strong and sweet. — people who want a short strong sweet coffee.

How much caffeine is in Café Cubano?

Caffeine: High. 25-90 ml. Varies by number of shots.

How do you make Café Cubano at home?

Prepare the Espresso base; ratios are approximate on this card. Add the sweet component with control; sugar/chocolate/condensed milk ratio can vary by recipe. Balance water, milk or ice according to serving size. (Espresso machine or moka pot; steam wand/frother for milk drinks)

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