Coffee is an essential in Italy. There’s a myriad of Italian coffees on the menu and 2-3 ways to serve. Read on for everything you need to know about ordering a coffee in Italy.
You’ll get odd looks if you order a Cappuccino after a meal or after 11am. A milky drink on a full stomach is most definitely frowned upon by Italians.
Shakerato means shaken - it's a shot of espresso, lightly sweetened and shaken with ice in a cocktail shaker with a foamy froth topping. Perfect in summer.
If you don’t want milky coffee but can’t do without a dash then try a Macchiato.
It's somewhere between espresso and cappucino. Not too strong or too milky.