So today I posted this image on my facebook page in order to help you visualize what the difference is between different espresso and coffee based drinks. Although there are some regional variances, this espresso field guide is very accurate. [courtesy of orbitvisual.com] There are other more popular image guides, but none are more detailed, or more accurate than this one (note there is no caramel, whipped cream, or sugar on the Macchiato)! I am surprised at the number of ‘baristas’ that do not understand the difference between even the most basic of coffee drinks! There are many great baristas out there that are exceptionally knowledgeable and create spectacular drinks for sure, but I am not privileged enough to live close to any of them 
Oh well, this has fueled my desire to learn how to brew the best coffee at home, and I have been quite successful. It also makes traveling even more of an adventure when I get to hunt for (and find) amazing coffee shops. So here is the guide, click on the link below the image to get a larger view of it, and you can zoom in on it as well. Also note that you can order this image on shirts, posters, and other items at Orbit Visual’s Cafe Express page. Cheers! c[_]
