Mocha
| Type | Espresso-based chocolate drink |
| Origin | Italy |
| Ingredients | Espresso, chocolate, steamed milk |
| Served | Hot or iced |
A mocha (also known as caffè mocha) is an espresso-based coffee drink made with chocolate and milk. It combines the richness of coffee with the sweetness of chocolate.
Origin
The mocha is named after Mocha, Yemen, a historic coffee trading port known for coffee beans with natural chocolate notes. The modern café mocha developed as espresso drinks evolved.
How it’s made
- One or two shots of espresso are brewed
- Chocolate syrup or cocoa powder is added
- Steamed milk is poured into the mixture
- The drink is stirred until smooth
Typical ratio: espresso mixed with chocolate and steamed milk
Typical size: usually served in a medium to large cup (240–360 ml)
Taste profile
- Rich and chocolatey
- Sweet with mild bitterness
- Smooth and creamy
Variations
- White mocha – made with white chocolate
- Iced mocha – served cold with ice
- Mocha with whipped cream – topped with whipped cream
- Dark chocolate mocha – stronger cocoa flavor
Serving
Typically served hot, often topped with whipped cream or cocoa powder. Can also be served iced.