▷ What is a Moroccan coffee?

What to remember:
THE Moroccan café is an Italian drink composed of espresso coffee, milk foam and cocoa powder, served in a transparent glass.

Morocchino was born in Italy, in Piedmontand is not part of the Moroccan tradition despite the name.

Its name refers to Moroccan leatherwhose color recalls the mixture of coffee and cocoa.

Shorter and more intense than a cappuccino, the Moroccan offers a dense texture and a balance between bitterness, milk sweetness and chocolate notes.

There are the coffee shops made in Italy that everyone knows, classics like it cappuccino or milk, or even essentials expressed which we like to enjoy at the bar counter or on the terrace. But there is another coffee recipe that Italians (and the rest of the world) love thanks to its unique combination of flavors. Do you know Moroccan? More discreet. Less known. Yet firmly anchored to the culture of Italian coffee.
The experts Distorted they invite you to discover Morocco, its enigmatic name, its origins and its history. And, since we are coffee lovers, we take this opportunity find out how to prepare it easilyat home, like a bartender. Immerse yourself in Italy, discovering a gourmet drink.

Moroccan coffee: an Italian drink in all respects

THE Moroccan café is a hot drink made fromexpressed (sometimes a small number), warm milk (foam) e cocoa powder. It is traditionally served in a transparent glass to reveal that it is different sofasa ritual that involves tasting.

THE Moroccan it’s halfway between intensity and indulgence.

It will stay shorter than a cappuccinowith a marked presence of espresso.
With the milk foam and the cocoa powderthe Morocchino is more delicious and more enveloping.

Between the bitterness of the coffee, the sweetness of the milk and the delicious sweet touch of the cocoa, Morocchino is drunk slowly, to savor a pleasant break.

Italian origins but Moroccan inspiration

The Moroccan was born in Italyin Alessandria, Piedmont. It appeared during the 20th century and quickly established itself in local habits.

Attention: Moroccan is not a Moroccan drink. It does not come from the Maghreb nor from a specific Moroccan tradition.

Its name actually comes from the Italian word for “Moroccan leather”, a fine, dark leather, highly appreciated in Italy tint specific dark brown the cocoa and espresso are reminiscent of this elegant leather, which explains its cultural, almost aesthetic reference.

Morocchino in Italian coffee culture

In Italian cafés, the Moroccan contains an elegant, simple and refined drink. With few ingredients, a precise gesture and an attention to the visual, it reflects this competence The Italian spirit around coffee, handed down from generation to generation.

Morocchino can be enjoyed mid-morning or during a gourmet break, at the counter, on the terrace or in the kitchen with friends.

What are the differences between Moroccan and cappuccino?

If it is a difference between the Moroccan and the Cappuccinois already at the level of proportions and the structure.

THE cappuccino gives ample space for milk and milk foam.
THE Moroccan maintains a well-marked espresso base, with a finer foam.
The cappuccino is airier, more milky.
Morocchino offers a denser and more intense mouthfeel.

And most importantly, there’s this incredible taste sensation that thecocoa flavourmixed with the bitterness of the coffee. For those who love Italian coffee with character and a gourmet touch, Morocchino is an obvious choice!

DIY: the Moroccan coffee recipe

Now it’s time to take the plunge and prepare a Moroccan like a real one bartender. Alone, with friends or family, the effect is guaranteed!
And to do this, nothing could be simpler: follow the steps and the advise Méo experts and all you have to do is savor and enjoy.

The ingredients

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From cocoa unsweetened powder.

Suggestion: the choice of coffee makes the difference. Take the time to select a coffee beans quality or freshly ground. A balanced espresso allows the cocoa and milk to reveal their aromas without masking those of the coffee.

The necessary equipment

AND glass transparent.
A coffee machine equipped with a steam nozzle.
Failing this, a nozzle milk.
AND jug milk container, preferably made of stainless steel.

The phases of preparing Morocchino

Step 1	Deposit hot water into a glass and empty it.
Step 2	Sprinkle the cocoa on the bottom of the glass (it will stick to the walls with the moisture from the water).
Step 3	Pour in the milk in the jug.
Step 4	Froth the milk (steam nozzle or milk frother) and pour the foam into the glass, over the cocoa.
Step 5	Prepare an espresso and pour it directly onto the milk foam.
Step 6	Sprinkle with cocoa powder (Generously for those with a sweet tooth).
Step 7	Enjoy, it’s as beautiful as it is good.

Tips for Meo: don’t hesitate to use a thermometer to check the temperature milk. It’s essential. If the milk is too hot it risks overpowering the flavors and being too strong in the mouth.

Please use a transparent glass. Morocchino is very graphic, the superposition of layers and shades is part of the experience. This is why we talk about an invitation to taste.

Topping, latte art: personalize your morocco

two people holding cups of cappuccino with cocoa powder designs on the foam, one resembling a bear and the other a leaf, on a straw-covered floor.

THE Moroccan it easily lends itself to variations and variations.

A delicious, generous and flavourful drink: why not go all the way?

Take the time to customize your Morocchino coffee and try different variations – here are some ideas which should make your mouth water.

Add the melted chocolate or a small amount of diffusion on the milk foam, let it melt and disappear into the consistency.

Why not add some? lait for a cappuccino-like version?

And the condiments ? Pistachio dust, almonds OR peanuts the crumbled pieces can complete your barista creation.

Test yourself with latte art with a fillet of caramel or from melted chocolateadd red fruit coulis (strawberry or raspberry).

THE Moroccan café it is doubly effective, simple in composition, rich in flavours, with few ingredients but many nuances. At home Café Méothis emblematic Italian coffee perfectly symbolizes the art of savoring, taking time and sharing love for coffee. Do you like Méo recipes? Discover the White Plate Recipe et the moccaccino recipe.