Mocha

The Mocha is a chocolate-flavored variant of a latte. It is typically made with one third espresso and two thirds steamed milk, but a portion of chocolate is added, typically in the form of sweet cocoa powder, although many varieties use chocolate syrup

Origin: Yemen

Pairing: Chocolate cake or brownies

Difficulty: Medium

Strength: Medium

Ingredients

• 1 shot espresso
• 2 oz. steamed milk
• 1 oz. chocolate syrup
• 1 oz. foamed milk
• Sugar (optional)

Steps

1. Pull a shot of espresso using an espresso machine.
2. Heat milk in a milk frother or on the stove until steaming.
3. Foam the milk using a milk frother or by pouring it back and forth between two pitchers.
4. Pour the espresso and chocolate syrup into a mug.
5. Add the steamed milk to the mug.
6. Top the mocha with a layer of foamed milk.
7. Optional: add sugar to taste.

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