If you’re into coffee, you’ll already be familiar with many of the drinks on BigCupOfCoffee’s recipe page. However, many of the drinks are similar, and sometimes it helps to get a direct comparison between them.
The articles below will help clarify the exact differences between a number of drinks, including their recipes, coffee to water ratios, coffee dosage, milk usage, and more.
Specifically, the drinks compared right now are Espresso, Americano, Lungo, Ristretto, Drip coffee, Latte, Flat white, Cappuccino, Mocha, Macchiato, and Cold brew. If there are any other comparisons you would like to see, please let me know.
Drip Coffee vs Flat White: What Differs Between These Brews?
Drip coffee and flat white are 2 coffee beverages that you’ll find on the menu of pretty much every coffee shop. Their name doesn’t tell much about them, so you might…
Drip Coffee vs Cappuccino: A Coffee Pro’s Comparison
Cappucino and drip coffee might be two of the most popular drinks in the world, which is interesting since they are 2 completely different drinks. This article will compare them from…
Latte vs Mocha: How Chocolate Makes All The Difference
Brewing different espresso-based coffees has been part of my daily routine even before becoming a barista. This, of course, includes the latte and mocha as well. These drinks are very similar,…
Drip Coffee vs Latte: A Detailed Comparison of Two Famous Brews
Drip coffee and the Café Latte are 2 of the most popular coffee drinks across the globe, but not everybody is 100% clear on how these two drinks differ. No worries…
Ristretto vs Cold Brew: Concentrated Espresso or Cool Immersion?
Coffee culture has exploded in popularity in the last few decades. The espresso and its variants have and always will be popular, but new brewing methods, like the cold brew, are…
Ristretto vs Mocha: Coffee Recipes Compared by a Barista
When you sit down at a café, you’re likely most of the menu items you see will be familiar from all the other coffeehouses you’ve been to. The ristretto and mocha…
Ristretto vs Flat White: Comparing Two Intense Brews
Even though ristretto and flat white both hold a place in the hearts of coffee fans around the world, they are not well known to folks just entering the world of…
Ristretto vs Latte: What Sets These Brews Apart?
Ristretto and latte are 2 very different coffee drinks, with both rooting from the humble espresso. In this article, I want to dive deep into the differences between the two, as…
Lungo vs Ristretto: Longer or Shorter Shots of Espresso?
Espresso changed the way the world consumes coffee, but did you know that there are different ways to brew espresso? Varying the recipe results in very different drinks. This brings us…
Espresso vs Latte: How Milk Makes a BIG Difference
Espresso and latte are two of the most popular coffee drinks around the world with countless coffee enthusiasts sipping on them daily. If you don’t know the difference between the two,…
Americano vs Macchiato: What’s The Difference?
Around the world, espresso-based drinks are appreciated by coffee lovers. Americano and macchiato, in particular, are two popular variants of the well-known drink. You might wonder though, what sets the Americano…
Lungo vs Latte: An In-Depth Comparison of Two Coffees
With the long list of coffee drinks you can choose from in a cafe, it’s no wonder it can get confusing, especially for new coffee enthusiasts. But no worries, I’ll share…
Lungo vs Cappuccino: Differentiating These Brews
Lungo and cappuccino are both espresso-based coffees that are enjoyed by many, but with all of the coffee variations available at cafés and no 2 cappuccinos looking the same anymore, they…
Lungo vs Flat White: The Differences Explained
Lungo and flat white are two popular cafe staples that stir curiosity among new coffee enthusiasts. Let’s look into their similarities and differences, and see what sets them apart. Whether you’re…
Lungo vs Macchiato: Comparing “Long” and “Marked” Espressos
Coffee culture continues to increase in popularity in , turning drinks such as Lungo and Macchiato into household names among coffee lovers. But not everyone is familiar with what these two…
Lungo vs Cold Brew: Coffee Comparison by a Barista
With coffee culture and literal coffee science advancing at a rapid pace, we are now spoiled with a vast selection of coffees using different brewing methods and recipes. Among them, Lungo…
Ristretto vs Drip Coffee: Potent Favorite and Smooth Classic Compared
Ristretto and drip coffee are two classic drinks that continue to make waves around the world. But if you’re not too familiar with the world of coffee, you will have no…
Lungo vs Mocha: Long Shots or Chocolatey Brews? Let’s Compare
Lungo and mocha are just two of the many popular espresso-based drinks that coffee enthusiasts from around the world enjoy, but what exactly sets them apart from each other? If you’re…
Lungo vs Drip Coffee: Compared by a Barista
Once at a specialty café, my friend asked me what drink he should get if he didn’t want a strong espresso. Milk-infused drinks were also out of the question because he…
Americano vs Cold Brew: How Different Are These Diluted Coffees?
Diluting strong coffee has always been a way to lighten an espresso. But with more and more coffee recipes and brewing methods entering the world of coffee, our options have expanded…
Americano vs Mocha: What Makes These Espresso Drinks Differ?
While both the Americano and mocha (aka caffe mocha) are popular choices among coffee lovers around the world, many people don’t know their exact differences. Don’t worry, I’ve been there. Let…
Americano vs Flat White: Dilute or Double The Coffee?
Coffee has always been a staple in many cultures, and since the rise of espresso, the possibilities expanded immensely. The Americano and flat white are just some of the popular drinks…
Americano vs Cappuccino: Espresso-Based Brews Compared
Cappuccinos and americanos are enjoyed by millions of people every day, but not everyone knows what differentiates these espresso-based drinks. You’re probably wondering the same, that’s why you’re here. Don’t worry,…
Americano vs Latte: Water or Milk on Your Espresso?
Americano and latte are two espresso-based drinks that are well-known around the globe. They are similar due to the espresso, but from there, their similarities end. So how exactly are these…
Americano vs Drip Coffee: How Do These Coffee Drinks Differ?
Americano and drip coffee are similar-looking beverages, but they are prepared totally differently. If you’re wondering what exactly sets them apart, you’re in the right place. Keep on reading this article,…
Americano vs Ristretto: Espresso Coffees Compared
Americano and ristretto hold a special place in the hearts of coffee fans, especially espresso enthusiasts. You’re probably here because you want to learn about what sets these drinks apart from…
Americano vs Lungo: Comparing the Milder Espresso Variants
Americano and Lungo are two popular espresso-based drinks, especially for those who want their coffee a little bit on the milder side. If you’ve landed here, chances are you’re curious about…
Espresso vs Cold Brew: Comparing Two Coffee Titans
Espresso and cold brew are two titans in the global coffee scene right now, but many people don’t know how they differ. If you’re asking this question as you look at…
Espresso vs Macchiato: The Milk Dollop Difference
Espresso and macchiato are well-known and ordered at cafes far and wide, especially in Italy. If you find yourself puzzled by what differentiates the two, don’t worry, we can fix that…
Espresso vs Mocha: What Makes These Coffee Drinks Different?
Espresso and Mocha are famed coffee drinks around the world, but you’ve probably wondered: what are the exact differences between these two beverages? To answer that, join me as we go…
Espresso vs Drip Coffee: A Clash of The Classics
When you imagine a cup of coffee, it’s often an espresso shot or drip coffee – but how different are they really? If the specifics of these two beverages confuse you,…
Espresso vs Ristretto: How Less Water Affects Your Brew
Espresso and ristretto are famous brews for coffee lovers, especially for those who love an intense kick of caffeine. If you don’t really know what sets these two beverages apart, don’t…
Espresso vs Cappuccino: Potent Coffee or Creamy Brew?
Espresso and cappuccino remain iconic in the coffee sphere, but what sets these two drinks apart? Perhaps you’ve asked this yourself while looking at a café menu. Well, rest assured that…
Espresso vs Flat White: Two Popular Coffees Compared
Espresso and flat white are two of the most popular choices at cafés, but you may be confused about what differentiates these drinks. Fret not. I will let you in on…
Espresso vs Americano: The Subtle and Bold Differences
In the vibrant world of coffee, espresso and americano are two titans that many aficionados swear by. These drinks are very similar since the latter simply has more water, but this…
Espresso vs Lungo: 5 Interesting Differences
Espresso and lungo coffee are two of the most popular types of coffee. But what’s the difference between them? Is one better than the other? Espresso is made by forcing hot…