A caffè mocha or café mocha is a variant of a caffè latte. The term “caffe mocha” is not used in Italy nor in France. Like a caffe latte, it is typically one third espresso and two thirds steamed milk, but a portion of chocolate is added, usually in the form of sweet cocoa powder, although many varieties use chocolate syrup. Mochas can contain dark or milk chocolate. Sometimes also referred by its longer name mochaccino.

Like cappuccino, café mochas contain the well-known milk froth on top, although they are sometimes served with whipped cream instead. They are usually topped with a dusting of either cinnamon or cocoa powder. Marshmallows may also be added on top for flavor and decoration.

Recipe: Classic Mocha

Summary: espresso with chocolate and steamed, micro-foam milk

Classic Mocha

Ingredients

• Espresso (# of shots ordered)
• Chocolate
• Milk
• Whipped Cream

Instructions

1. Add chocolate powder or sauce to bottom of cup (alternatively add to milk before steaming).
2. Extract espresso shot(s) and mix well.
3. Add steamed milk to 1/2 inch from top of cup.
4. Add whipped cream.
5. Garnish with drizzled chocolate sauce or chocolate powder, cinnamon or nutmeg sprinkles.

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A variant is white café mocha, made with white chocolate instead of milk or dark. There are also variants of the drink that mix the two syrups; this mixture is referred to by several names, including black and white mocha, tan mocha, marble mocha, tuxedo mocha and zebra.

Café mocha takes its name from the Red Sea coastal town of Mocha, Yemen, which as far back as the fifteenth century was a dominant exporter of coffee, especially to areas around the Arabian Peninsula.