The cortado is a traditional Spanish espresso drink characterized by its perfectly balanced flavor profile. The name "cortado" comes from the Spanish word "cortar," which means "to cut." This refers to how the espresso is "cut" or balanced by adding a small amount of milk. Cortados are great for anyone who wants to enjoy espresso flavors but prefers a less intense, more mellow coffee drink.
Calories | 34 kcal |
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Carbohydrates | 3.5 g |
Total Fat | 1.2 g |
Protein | 2.2 g |
Caffeine | 62.8 mg |
Yield | 1 Serving |
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Preparation Time | 5min |
Cooking Time | 5min |
Total Time | 10min |
* We calculate nutrition info using a publicly available ingredient database, which should only be considered an estimate.
Ingredients:
For Single Espresso
- Espresso Machine
- 14g ground coffee
- Water for the espresso machine
- 3oz (90ml) Cup
For Steamed Milk
- 1.3oz (40ml) Milk

Products That We Use
Lavazza - Crema E Gusto
Experience the unparalleled taste and aroma of Lavazza Crema E Gusto Italian ground coffee and elevate your coffee moments to a whole new level of enjoyment.
- Full-bodied dark roast with a creamy flavor, intense aroma, and rich aftertaste.
- Notes of chocolate add a delightful touch to the taste profile.
- A selection of high-quality Brazilian Arabica with African and Indonesian Robusta beans for a distinctive character.
- Best used for espresso but is also suitable for moka pots, drip coffee makers, and French presses.
- Blended and roasted in Italy by Lavazza for an authentic Italian coffee experience.
De'Longhi EC685M Dedica
The EC685M Dedica is an entry-level home espresso machine with a small footprint on the kitchen countertop that brews excellent espresso every time. With its thermoblock technology, it is ready for brewing 1 min after switching it on. It pre-infuses the coffee puck before brewing and has programable brewing times for brewing single and double espresso. Also, the EC685M Dedica features an adjustable brewing water temperature for different types of roasts. It comes with a Panarello steam wand for easy beginner-friendly milk steaming. The removable drip tray can accommodate taller glasses for preparing various espresso-based drinks.
Milk Frothing Pitcher
This 12ozl/350ml milk frothing pitcher is made of food-grade 304 stainless steel, durable, heat-proof, and rust-free. It is perfect for steaming milk and pouring your latte art for espresso-based milk beverages. The simple design, smooth surface, and dripless spout mean no spill and excellent milk work. This milk pitcher is easy to clean after use and also dishwasher safe. The premium milk steaming pitcher features two measurements scale inside. It helps control the milk volume and measure different liquids with it.
Demitasse Clear Glass Espresso Drinkware
These demitasse glass cups come in four cups, glass saucers, and small stainless steel espresso spoons. The design and craftsmanship of these demitasse espresso cups will match the mood and elegance of the espresso's aroma and flavor. The bottom of the cup fits securely in the saucer's socket to prevent the cup from moving while pouring and serving your rich brew. It's the cup for your robust espresso obsession.
HOME DEPT Espresso knock box
The HOME DEPT espresso knock box is the perfect accessory for your kitchen or home espresso setup. Just bang out your coffee pucks in this bucket. Made with high-quality stainless steel and silicone (no plastic), this coffee container will serve its purpose no matter how hard you knock. The bottom of the coffee grounds container does not slip or scratch your kitchen counter. The coffee waste bin can be quickly taken apart and cleaned under water or in the dishwasher.
Preparation Steps
Make Single Espresso
Gather all the Ingredients
Gather all the Ingredients CoffeenatedStories.com Archive Fill your espresso machine with fresh water.
Adding Fresh Water CoffeenatedStories.com Archive Fill the basket for single espresso with coffee and tamp the ground coffee using a tamper.
Tamping the Ground Coffee CoffeenatedStories.com Archive Tip
Espresso is best made by brewing freshly ground coffee beans.
Insert the portafilter into the espresso machine.
Inserting the Portafilter CoffeenatedStories.com Archive Place an empty 3oz (90ml) cup underneath the portafilter.
Placing an Empty Cup CoffeenatedStories.com Archive Brew single espresso.
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Make Steamed Milk
Pour milk into the milk pitcher.
Pouring Milk CoffeenatedStories.com Archive Steam the milk.
Steaming the Milk CoffeenatedStories.com Archive
Make Cortado
Pour about 1.3oz (40ml) of steamed milk into the glass.
Pouring Steamed Milk CoffeenatedStories.com Archive Finish pouring the steamed milk with a layer of microfoam on top.
Pouring a Layer of Microfoam CoffeenatedStories.com Archive Enjoy your Cortado.
Enjoy Your Cortado CoffeenatedStories.com Archive