You could also do a combination of vanilla and caramel syrup drizzled along the sides of the mug if you prefer a stronger caramel flavor.
You’ll steam more milk than you’ll end up using. This allows you to create foam and easily steam the milk. You can also use soy, almond, or hemp milk although they may steam differently than milk.
Practice your dosing by dosing and checking the weight of the grounds on a digital scale. Continue to do this until you’re regularly dosing between 18 to 21 grams for a double shot.
Clean the steam wand with a clean wet cloth until no milk remains on the wand. Purge it by turning it briefly so that any liquid that was left in the wand is sprayed out.
If you’re having trouble pouring plenty of foam, use a long bar spoon to scoop the foam onto the top of the drink.
It may help to put the caramel syrup into a squirt bottle. This will allow you to easily create a caramel design.
You’ll steam more milk than you’ll end up using. This allows you to create foam and easily steam the milk. You can use any type of milk so play around with what types you like to use. Some people find that nonfat milk creates thick dry foam, while others prefer full-fat milk for rich foam made of tiny bubbles.
Practice your dosing by dosing and checking the weight of the grounds on a digital scale. Continue to do this until you’re regularly dosing between 18 to 21 grams for a double shot.
Pull the shots into a tiny metal pitcher or you can pull them directly into a small demitasse cup that you want to serve the caramel macchiato in.
Since you’re steaming such a small amount of milk, it won’t take long for the milk to froth. Remember to clean the steam wand with a clean wet cloth. Purge it by turning it briefly so that any liquid that was left in the wand is sprayed out.
Consider serving your macchiato with a chocolate covered coffee bean. You may also want to set the macchiato on a small plate with a serving spoon. This way, you can stir the foam and espresso, if you like.
