Unlocking the Secrets of Spanish Coffee

Curious about the meanings behind terms like “Bombon” or “Café Asiatico”? Delve into the realm of Spanish coffee with this concise guide, making your next order a breeze.

Coffees with no milk or just a little.

Café Solo: small cup of strong black coffee.

Café Solo Doble: Same as above with an extra shot of espresso.

Café Americano: Diluted espresso with more water and milder flavor.

Café Cortado: “cut” with a splash of just a little bit of milk.

Café con Hielo: coffee with ice.

Carajillo: Espresso with brandy, rum, whiskey or Baileys.

Descafeinado: Decaffeinated coffee.

Coffees with Milk

Café con Leche: Equal parts espresso and milk.

Café Manchado o Leche Manchada: Warm milk “stained” with a splash of coffee.

Café Vienes: Café con leche or Café Manchado topped with whipped cream.

Café Bombón or Biberón: Espresso with sweetened condensed milk.

Café Irlandés (Irish Coffee): Whiskey, sugar, coffee and whipped cream.

Café Asiático: Coffee, condensed brandy and Licor 43.

Cafë Nube: Lots of milk and few drops of coffee

Cafë Sombra: A splash of more coffee than in Nube.

Now that you´re familiar with the rich tapestry of Spanish coffee, venture out to discover your favorite type of Spanish cafelito!