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macchiato

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mac·​chi·​a·​to | \ ˌmä-kē-ˈä-(ˌ)tō How to pronounce macchiato (audio) \

Definition of macchiato

: espresso topped with a thin layer of foamed milk

Examples of macchiato in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Litterally Divine Chocolates Sip your macchiato and nibble a chocolate truffle while watching owner Suzanne Litteral make chocolates, caramels and toffee, all organic and vegan versions available. — Liz Biro, Indianapolis Star, "The best dessert bars and chocolate shops in and around Indianapolis," 11 Feb. 2020 The deal covers a choice of espresso beverages, hot or iced, including Peppermint Mochas, Iced Toasted White Chocolate Mochas, lattes, macchiatos and more. — Leada Gore | Lgore@al.com, al, "Starbucks giving away free drinks through end of the year: How to get yours," 26 Dec. 2019 Signature flavor: Sea salt with caramel ribbons, the caramel macchiato of the ice cream world. — Michael Russell | The Oregonian/oregonlive, oregonlive, "Meet Portland’s restaurants of the decade," 29 Dec. 2019 The participating stores will change daily so to get a free Peppermint Mocha or macchiato, coffee lovers will have to visit the Starbucks Pop-up Party website. — Lauren Saria, azcentral, "Starbucks is hosting 'pop-up parties.' Here's how to get a free drink in metro Phoenix," 26 Dec. 2019 One Starbucks barista took to Reddit to share their version of a keto-friendly caramel macchiato, which is normally packed with sugar and carbs. — Zee Krstic, Good Housekeeping, "Here's How You Can Order Keto-Friendly Drinks at Starbucks, According to a Nutritionist," 21 Dec. 2019 The Alpine nation’s coffee-lovers and sellers choked on their macchiatos. — The Economist, "Defending Switzerland’s coffee stockpile," 21 Nov. 2019 The menu includes black tea macchiatos, yogurt green tea and red bean milk tea. — Hadley Tomicki, Los Angeles Times, "Spicy tonkotsu ramen in the LBC? Yes, please," 8 Oct. 2019 In the cupholder was an iced caramel macchiato in a plastic cup with a plastic straw. — Anna Clauss, The Denver Post, "Guest Commentary: In Colorado, I realized Americans’ indifference to climate change is too seductive," 21 Sep. 2019

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First Known Use of macchiato

1980, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for macchiato

Italian, short for caffè macchiato literally, coffee with a spot (of milk)

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The first known use of macchiato was in 1980

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23 Feb 2020

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“Macchiato.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/macchiato. Accessed 24 Feb. 2020.

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