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How to Make Classic Breve Espresso Drinks

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Ingredients

Adjust Servings:
2 ounces Espresso
10 ounces Half & Half

How to Make Classic Breve Espresso Drinks

Breve Espresso served with half milk and half cream.

  • 10 m
  • Serves 1
  • Easy

Ingredients

Directions

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The breve is ultimately just a latte made with half-and-half instead of milk. This simple change results in a stark contrast between the two drinks. A breve has a much creamier mouthfeel when compared to the latte. Also, the nature of half-and-half makes the breve taste a little sweeter. Often, due to its sweetness, many people call the breve the “dessert latte” and have it after dinner; however, it can be enjoyed at any time of day just as easily.

Breve Espresso served with half milk and half cream.

  1. Pour 1 shot of espresso into a cup (1 part)
  2. Add steamed half-and-half mixture of milk and cream instead of milk (1 part).

 

Tools Needed

  • Espresso brewing device
  • Milk frother or a whisk and a glass

Steps

1
Done
10 m

Prepare Coffee

- Pour the espresso into a mug.

- Place the half-and-half in a wide glass or glass jar and microwave for 20 to 30 seconds until it is very hot but not boiling.

Alternatively, heat the half-and-half in a saucepan over medium heat for about 5 minutes until very hot but not boiling, watching it carefully.

- Using a milk frother, froth the half-and-half until you don’t see any bubbles and you have a medium-thick froth, 20 to 30 seconds.

- Swirl the glass and lightly tap it on the counter repeatedly to pop the larger bubbles. Repeat this step as needed.

- Using a spoon to hold back the foam, pour the half-and-half into the espresso. Spoon the remaining foam on top.

2
Done

Recipe Tip

You can also make this an "iced" breve by just adding cold half-and-half to your espresso! It is a delicious alternative for a hot day!

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