National Cortado Day
December 20th

National Cortado Day

Celebrating the perfect balance of espresso and steamed milk

December 20th

A perfectly crafted cortado

What is a Cortado?

A cortado is an espresso cut with a small amount of warm milk to reduce the acidity. The milk in a cortado is steamed, but not frothy and "texturized" as in many Italian coffee drinks.

Origin

The cortado originated in Spain's Basque country and the name comes from the Spanish word "cortar" (to cut).

Ratio

The perfect cortado has a 1:1 or 1:2 ratio of espresso to steamed milk.

Serving

Traditionally served in a small glass, about 4-5 ounces in size.

Ready to celebrate?

Find a café serving cortados near you and join the celebration!

How to Celebrate

  • 1

    Visit your local café

    Order a cortado and appreciate the craftsmanship.

  • 2

    Share on social media

    Post your cortado with #NationalCortadoDay.

  • 3

    Learn to make one

    Try making a cortado at home with your espresso machine.