A Frappuccino is simply an iced cappuccino.
Unfortunately not…
A cappuccino is a hot espresso drink made with equal parts steamed milk, frothed milk, and espresso.
. A Frappuccino is a cold drink made by blending ice, milk, sugar syrup, and Starbucks’ own instant coffee syrup. It is normally served with cream on top and is a trademark that is exclusively owned by Starbucks.
Instead, it’s a frappe. It has the essence of being a blended up cappuccino, but it’s not made by blending a cappuccino with ice. Although that would be delicious, I’m sure. Instead, it’s a frappe.
Instead of the ingredients blending together, they become frothy and milkshake-like. The frothiness is similar to that of a cappuccino, which is why it’s called a cappuccino milkshake.
One of the drinks is better on a hot day, and both drinks contain coffee. You can also ask for decaf versions of both drinks.
The main difference between Frappuccino and Cappuccino is that Frappuccino is a cold drink while Cappuccino is a hot drink. The other main difference is that Cappuccino is made with milk while Frappuccino is made with cream.
1. Frappuccino is Starbucks specific
This is because the word “Frappuccino” is a registered trademark of Starbucks. You might be surprised to learn that if you order a Frappuccino at a cafe other than Starbucks, they could be violating a trademark. This is because the word “Frappuccino” is a registered trademark of Starbucks.
Although Starbucks owns the term “Frappuccino,” they did not invent it. The idea came from a smaller chain of coffee shops in Boston that combined a “Frappe” (a locally used word for milkshake) with coffee.
Before Starbucks bought the coffee chain in the early 1990s, the chain proudly served its coffee. However, after the buyout, Starbucks changed the recipe and began serving the coffee in its own coffee shops in 1995.
I’m not sure of the exact ingredients in Starbucks’ Secret Menu Frappuccino, but it seems to be a hot cappuccino with ice and cream, blended together.
The name might be from the coffee, but it could also be that “Frappamericano” is just a difficult phrase to say.
It would make sense for Starbucks to want an easier process to roll out across their stores, so they made a coffee Frappuccino syrup that could be easily made in bulk and shipped out. The syrup is blended with ice and milk to make the drink.
It’s possible that I’m wrong, but it seems correct, right?
You can find cappuccino beverages at many different establishments, as it is a commonly ordered drink. Other coffee shops may have a blended iced coffee beverage, but they are not legally allowed to label it as a cappuccino.
2. You can’t get a Frappuccino served hot but you can get an iced Cappuccino
Some people wonder why you can’t order a Frappuccino hot, but it’s because all the ice would melt and it wouldn’t taste like a Frappuccino anymore.
You might as well get a latte with your favorite flavoring instead.
Iced cappuccinos are made by pouring hot coffee over ice.
If you want a stronger iced coffee, it’s better to do it with a latte because there’s less milk involved. The froth will disappear.
In the debate between Cappuccino and Frappuccino, the former wins because it can be served hot and cold.
3. Frappuccino’s have much more sugar in them
When it comes to sugary syrups, Frappuccinos are worse for you than plain cappuccinos without any extra sugar. The syrups are made with lots of sugar and flavorings, which make them taste amazing but not good for your health.
A Mocha Cookie Crumble Frappuccino has 76g of sugar, which is 15 teaspoons of sugar.
A cappuccino with no sugar or flavoring is just milk and espresso. If you add sugar or flavoring, the balance starts to shift.
I think it is safe to say that frappes pose a greater threat to your health than cappe’s.
However, some individuals greatly prefer the taste of them, so the balance that has to be achieved is between these two groups.
4. Cappuccinos are generally smaller
At Starbucks, you can order large coffees, while at an independent coffee shop, the cappuccinos are smaller.
Australian coffee culture is incredible with small, delicious coffee’s that are better than anything you could get at Starbucks.
Although a cappuccino is smaller than the biggest size of Frappuccino at Starbucks, the size difference is not significant.
The Frappuccino comes in a size that is too large to drink in one sitting, 24 oz.
5. Cappuccinos have to use Espresso and are less flexible
A cappuccino must have 1 part espresso, 1 part steamed milk, and 1 part milk froth. If it does not have this exact ratio, it is not a cappuccino or it is not a good one.
The three main ways to make espresso at home are with a stovetop coffee maker, an electric moka pot, or an espresso machine. You can also get a cappuccino maker.
Espresso maker
Large, expensive machines can be difficult to use and require a lot of training. But they make the best espresso, so if you want to make a great cappuccino at home, this is the way to do it.
Pod machines
These are quick, easy and to some people disgusting.
Although they may not make the best espresso, pod coffee machines are easy to use and have a unique taste that is not as good as coffee from a shop, but still not bad for making coffee at home.
If you want to save money on Starbucks cappuccinos, you can buy pods for certain machines and make them yourself. It’s not exactly the same, but it’s close.
Stove top coffee pots
You can get a strong coffee from a stovetop coffee pot that is a good enough substitute if you have something to froth up the milk with.
Unlike lattes, which are made with fresh espresso, Frappuccino’s are made with Starbucks specific roast coffee that is turned into instant coffee and made into a syrup.
The menu also includes an espresso Frappuccino, which uses both espresso and syrup. If you want to make a similar drink at home, you can use any type of coffee.
6. Cold vs. hot
You cannot drink a cappuccino which is cold.
This is because the drink contains milk, espresso, and milk foam; therefore, to make the most of your cup, you should not add ice cubes or put it in the microwave for 5 seconds after preparing it.
To make this coffee, add six grams (one-seventh teaspoon) of instant coffee powder to an ounce (30ml) of hot water.
In a pot, stir together the coffee mixture and sugar syrup until dissolved. Add the cream and milk and stir gently until smooth.
If you want a drink that tastes like a milkshake, you should try Frappuccino from Starbucks.
The coffee is crushed and mixed with ice, cream, and condensed milk. A dollop of whipped cream is added to the top, and syrup is drizzled on top.
The taste of Coffee is heavily influenced by the temperature at which it’s served. So, let me explain why that difference matters so much for you as a consumer:
When making cold brew coffee, you will need to use more ground beans than you would if you were making hot coffee. This is because the beans need to be brewed more forcefully, and because cold water extract less flavor from the beans than hot water does.
Using cold milk in your coffee can make it feel watery in your mouth. This is because cold temperature affects espresso shots too.
When Starbucks expanded their menu to include cold milk coffee drinks, they were faced with a problem. They wanted the frothed milk on top of iced black or white coffee, but they couldn’t have hot and cold liquids at the same time.
The Frappuccino was created so that customers could have a single drink that would be both hot and cold, instead of having to choose one or the other.
7. Caffeine content
The original Frappuccino has evolved over time, to the point where many variations of the drink exist that don’t contain caffeine.
For example, Matcha powder is added to strawberry frappes instead of coffee. This eliminates the caffeine from the drink.
There is a strawberry frap which doesn’t include actual strawberries. Instead, they use flavoring syrup.
The new Starbucks frappe may be a good option if you are looking for a decaffeinated drink.
However, if you want to avoid sugary drinks and get a real cappuccino, it will be useful to know that when ordering at Starbucks or any other place. People there are specific about their caffeine-related requests, as I mentioned before.
A cappuccino has at least 120-170 mg of caffeine, depending on the coffee brand and bean type used. A decaf version is available by asking for a shot of espresso made from organic, fair-trade beans, emphasizing sustainability practices instead of harmful chemicals or pesticides.
8. Specific drinks
It’s not as simple as just adding milk and coffee to make a cappuccino.
If you want a cappuccino, the formula is 1 part espresso to 4 parts steamed milk, with foam on top. If you want a caffe latte or flat white, the espresso to steamed milk ratio is the same, but there is no foam on top.
Espresso Macchiato should be a 1:1 ratio of espresso to steam. A Caffe Latte should be 3:4 espresso to steamed milk. A Flat White should be 2:3 espresso to steamed milk, or even half that amount!
A Frappuccino can be customized to your preference by changing the ratios, but it can still be ordered by its name.
The following text can be rewritten as: You can also ask for a double espresso in your cappuccino to make it more intense, but most baristas won’t be overly enthusiastic about this unless they understand your needs.
9. Tips for brewing
To make a great cappuccino or frappe at home, you’ll need a top-quality blender and espresso machine.
- For a tasty cappuccino, you’ll need an espresso shot. But for other types of coffee drinks like fraps and even filter brews, instant or regular brewed coffees can work just fine! Make sure to use double the amount of espresso shots if possible.
- For a Frappuccino, use cold brew coffee. It’s also a more subtle tasting coffee than hot coffee, and it makes for an exciting drink on hot summer days!
- Brew your desired amount of cold brew to add some strength and flavor to the sweet frappe.
- If you want to add powdered ingredients, put them in the cream.
- Put any powdered spices into heavy cream or water for better results. If added on top of the drink, they will float down and disperse at the bottom.
Which is better
I would advise you to get the cappuccino or frappe that fits your needs.
You can choose an espresso drink based on what is more important to you. If you want a drink with caffeine that is not high in calories, go for the Cappuccino. If you care more about the taste than the calorie count, go for the Coffee Frappe.
The iced cappuccino (or, iced latte if cappuccino is not available) is a great choice when you want a cold espresso drink.
The Cappuccino and Frappuccino comparison will end with no clear winner for now, even though I prefer the latter. Which one do you think tastes better?
Conclusion
There are many differences between a cappuccino and a Frappuccino. Both drinks start with coffee, but they are prepared differently and served either hot or cold, depending on the drink you order.
An example of this would be an iced cappuccino, which is typically steamed milk mixed with ice cubes. However, for a Frappuccino, espresso shots are blended into crushed ice to give it a colder, icier texture.
The first step in choosing a cup that you will love, regardless of your taste, is deciding which type you like best.
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