Tag: Latte macchiato

According to research by Nestlé in 2021, over a third of UK households were already purchasing milk alternatives, highlighting the growing demand for convenient, milky coffee options at home. This reflects a wider trend for cafe-style beverages made with minimal effort, and coffee pod brands have evolved to meet this need by offering pods that contain integrated milk powder, or by creating systems for milk-based recipes.

According to official nutritional data, a standard black espresso from a Dolce Gusto pod contains zero calories, whereas a milky beverage like a Latte Macchiato contains 72 calories per mug. The number of calories in a Dolce Gusto pod varies significantly depending on the ingredients, primarily the presence of milk powder and added sugars.

According to Consumer Reports, a single espresso shot has about 63 mg of caffeine, while an 8-ounce cup of coffee has around 95 mg. This surprising statistic helps answer the question, "are macchiatos stronger than coffee?", revealing that the answer hinges on understanding the difference between caffeine concentration and total caffeine content.