Lattes With Tea Instead Of Coffee
Latte is the Italian word for “milk.” In the context of beverages, it has come to mean a drink, usually made from a coffee base, with milk added. Tea lattes are, as one might expect, made with tea instead of coffee; otherwise the concept is the same. “Milk,” also has come to be more broadly defined; soy milk, almond milk, or other lactose-free substitutes are increasingly commonly available for people with specific dietary restrictions.
Coffee lattes were invented in the Bay Area in the 50s. Italian-style cafés serving continental-strength coffee found that their offerings were too rich and strong for Americans’ tastes. Milk was added to their coffees and espressos as a way of smoothing out and diluting the delicious flavor for the local taste.
Knowing this, keep in mind that the latte as discussed here is an American invention; ordering a “latte” in Italy will get you a glass of milk, and perhaps a confused smile, but no coffee.…
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