Tina's Starbucks Drink Recipes

Questions and Answers

What is the first step in making a Latte?

Add flavor pumps

Aerate milk for 1-3 seconds

Queue shots

Pour milk into a pitcher (2%) (correct)

How many shots are queued for a Grande Cappuccino?

2 (correct)

What is added on top of a Caramel Macchiato?

Caramel Drizzle Crosshatch

What type of milk is used for a Flat White?

Whole milk Signup and view all the answers

What should be added if an Americano is iced?

Cold water Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical aeration time for an Espresso Macchiato?

6-8 seconds Signup and view all the answers

What complements an Undertow?

Syrup, shots, and milk type Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of adding flavor pumps to a Latte Macchiato?

To enhance the taste Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following beverages does NOT have its own distinct preparation steps listed?

Green Tea Latte Signup and view all the answers

What is the measurement for chai pumps in a Chai Tea Latte for a Tall size?

3 Signup and view all the answers

For which beverage is vanilla syrup NOT added in its preparation?

Latte Signup and view all the answers

Match the following drinks with their defining ingredient or step:

Latte = Pour milk into pitcher (2%) Espresso Macchiato = Scoop foam on top Cappuccino = Aerate milk for 6-8 seconds Chai Tea Latte = Add chai pumps to the cup Signup and view all the answers

In making a Hot Chocolate, add mocha pumps for , , and __.

Tall = 3, Grande = 4, Venti = 5 Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Latte

Uses 2% milk, aerated for 1-3 seconds
Shots required: Tall = 1, Grande = 2, Venti = 2
Flavor pumps added if requested: Tall = 3, Grande = 4, Venti = 5
Shots are added before milk

Cappuccino

2% milk poured to line below size, aerated for 6-8 seconds
Shots: Tall = 1, Grande = 2, Venti = 2
Flavor pumps added if requested, amounts same as Latte
Free pour milk into cup

Caramel Macchiato

2% milk aerated for 1-3 seconds
Shots: Tall = 1, Grande = 2, Venti = 2 (queued into shot glasses)
Flavor pumps: Tall = 2, Grande = 3, Venti = 4
Caramel drizzle is applied in crosshatch pattern

Flat White

Whole milk poured, aerated for 1-3 seconds for micro-foam
Uses ristretto shots: Tall = 2, Grande = 3, Venti = 3
Add shots first followed by milk, poured from a height for a dot effect

Americano

Shots queued directly into the cup: Tall = 2, Grande = 3, Venti = 4
Hot water is added to fill, unless customer wants room for milk
For iced, add cold water to the black line and ice, adjusting for milk as needed

Espresso Macchiato

2% milk poured to short line, aerated for 6-8 seconds
Shots queued into a short cup
Foam is scooped on top with a spoon

Undertow

Made with desired number of shots, syrup flavor, and milk type
Syrup added to short cup: 2 pumps
An inch of milk is poured, then shots are queued and floated using a spoon

Latte Macchiato

Whole milk poured and aerated for micro-foam
Shots queued in a metal pitcher: Tall = 2, Grande = 3, Venti = 3
Poured slowly over milk for a dot

Seasonal Drinks (e.g., Mocha, Cinnamon Dolce Latte)

2% milk used, aerated for 1-3 seconds
Shots: Tall = 1, Grande = 2, Venti = 2
Flavor pumps added: Tall = 3, Grande = 4, Venti = 5
Topped with whipped cream and specific toppings as required

Black & White Mocha

2% milk poured and aerated for 1-3 seconds
Shots: Tall = 1, Grande = 2, Venti = 2
Flavor pumps differentiated by mocha and white mocha
Finished with whipped cream

Hot Chocolate

2% milk used, aerated for 1-3 seconds
Mocha pumps: Tall = 3, Grande = 4, Venti = 5
Vanilla syrup: Tall = 1, Grande = 1, Venti = 2
Topped with whipped cream and mocha drizzle

Chai Tea Latte

2% milk poured and aerated for 1-3 seconds
Chai pumps added: Tall = 3, Grande = 4, Venti = 5
Hot water added to about halfway before milk

Tea Lattes with Tea Bags

2% milk, aerated for 1-3 seconds
Classic syrup: Tall = 3, Grande = 4, Venti = 5
Layers tea bags based on size: Tall = 1, Grande = 2, Venti = 2
"London Fog" uses Earl Grey bags with vanilla syrup

Green Tea Latte

2% milk poured into pitcher with matcha powder added.

Description

Test your knowledge of various Starbucks drink recipes with these flashcards. Learn the steps to prepare popular drinks like lattes and cappuccinos, including measurements and flavor options. Perfect for barista training or coffee enthusiasts!