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For many people, one of the memorable
differences between Italy and home is the rich, dark, coffee. Italian
Coffee is known for being aromatic and full bodied and makes a wonderful
treat to remember your trip with or a wonderful (and easy to transport) gift
to bring home for a friend. What's more, you may be able to discover a
favorite brand while you're in Italy and order it online as a special treat
when you return home.
A few
popular brands to watch for: Tazza D'Oro, Illy, Caffee del Doge
Here's some terminology that may help when ordering a cup of coffee on your
trip:
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Espresso: A small, but rich and thick, amount of coffee served in a
demitasse cup
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Doppio: Double size Espresso, served in a demitasse cup
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Ristretto: More concentrated espresso - the same amount of coffee as a
traditional espresso, but less water
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Macciaatto: Espresso with a small amount of steamed milk (typically not
ordered after morning)
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Corretto: Espresso with alcohol (typically Cognac)
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Café Freddo: Chilled espresso, a nice treat in summer
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Americano: A larger cup filled with thinner, more watery coffee
(American Style)
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