Category: Barista guide

According to the USDA, a standard cup of black coffee brewed from ground beans contains only 2 calories. For those watching their caloric intake, this makes black coffee and its espresso-based cousins the top contenders for which barista coffee has the least calories, significantly less than milk- and sugar-heavy alternatives.

According to the World Barista Championship rules, a traditional cappuccino is made with one single shot of espresso. However, regional variations, especially within the American market, have led to many modern cafes serving a cappuccino with 2 shots of espresso, particularly in larger sizes.