Coffee Cheat Sheet
/Here at SIPS, coffee is our language.
But to those who may not know much about coffee or are beginning to learn, the countless types of drinks and brewing methods may be overwhelming. To help navigate the caffeinated waters of coffee, we've put together a coffee cheat sheet with all you need to know.
Brewing Methods:
Cold Brew
Made by steeping ground coffee in cold water for 14-24 hours. So easy you can make it at home with our step-by-step instructions here!
Nitro Cold Brew
Made the same way as regular cold brew, but instead of being served over ice it is infused with nitrogen, giving it a creamy and rich flavor. Learn more about the differences in iced coffee/cold brew and nitro cold brew here!
Drip
The method used at most homes with a regular coffee maker - hot water drips through ground beans and into a cup or carafe.
French Press
Made by steeping ground coffee in hot water for 4 minutes - learn how to make it at home with our step-by-step guide here!
Pour Over
Just like it sounds! Made by hand pouring hot water over a filter filled with ground coffee, which then drips into a mug - learn to make at home here.
Drinks:
Affogato
Espresso poured over ice cream.
Americano
Diluted espresso - made with 2/3 part hot water and 1/3 part espresso.
Black
Brewed coffee with cream, sugar or milk.
Café Au Lait (AKA Café Con Leche)
Coffee with milk
Cappuccino
Espresso, steamed milk and foam (all cappuccinos contain more foam than milk, marking their difference from a latte).
Espresso
Concentrated form of coffee made by forcing a small amount of water through finely ground beans.
Flat White
Double shot of espresso topped with steamed, foamy milk.
Latte
Espresso, steamed milk and foam (all lattes contain more milk than foam and can also be flavored with various syrups, marking their difference from a cappuccino).
Macchiato
One shot of espresso, topped with steamed, foamy milk.
Mocha
Espresso, chocolate and steamed milk.
Red Eye
Black coffee with a shot of espresso.