Caffè macchiato, also known as an espresso macchiato, is when you get a shot of espresso topped with a very small quantity of foamed milk. In Italian, the word "macchiato" means "stained" or "spotted," so the caffè macchiato is essentially the dark espresso stained by the milk foam on top.
Caffè macchiato, also known as an espresso macchiato, is when you get a shot of espresso topped with a very small quantity of foamed milk. In Italian, the word "macchiato" means "stained" or "spotted," so the caffè macchiato is essentially the dark espresso stained by the milk foam on top.
Pour the milk into a small saucepan, and heat it over medium-low heat, stopping just as it comes to a simmer. Froth the milk well by whisking vigorously by hand or using an electric frother.
Remove the foam from the milk using a spoon and gently dollop it on top of the espresso.
