Café au Lait and Caffè Misto: What They Are, How to Make Them, and How They Differ from a Latte
Café au lait is hot brewed coffee mixed with an equal amount of hot milk. It is NOT made with espresso — that distinction is what separates it from a latte. The traditional recipe is a 1:1 ratio of strong drip coffee to steamed or heated milk, served in a large cup or bowl. The name is French: “café” (coffee) + “au lait” (with milk). Despite the fancy name, it is one of the simplest coffee drinks to make — no espresso machine required. ...