Macchiato vs latte: what’s the difference?
A macchiato is espresso marked with a little frothy milk: small, strong and intense. A latte is espresso with lots of steamed milk: larger, milder and creamier. Both are on the MRJADE menu, from 7 AM.
What is the difference between a macchiato and a latte?
A macchiato is espresso marked with a small amount of frothy milk, so it is small, bold and coffee-forward. A latte is espresso with a lot of steamed milk, so it is larger, milder and creamier. The difference is the amount of milk.
At MRJADE, the Macchiato is described as espresso marked with a small amount of frothy milk, still bold with a softer creamy edge.
| Macchiato | Latte | |
|---|---|---|
| Milk | A small amount of frothy milk | A lot of steamed milk |
| Taste | Bold, concentrated, a softer creamy edge | Mild, creamy, milk-led |
| Size | Small | Larger |
| Best if you want | Strong coffee with a hint of softness | A mellow, creamy cup |
These are typical differences. Recipes and sizes vary by café.
Macchiato vs espresso, flat white and latte.
Ordered from most coffee to most milk. For the milk drinks in depth, see flat white vs latte vs cappuccino.
| Drink | What it is | Feel |
|---|---|---|
| Espresso | Single or double. Short, concentrated and intense | Maximum coffee intensity |
| Macchiato | Espresso marked with a small amount of frothy milk | Espresso, slightly softened |
| Flat White | Double espresso with silky steamed milk and less foam | Strong coffee, silky milk |
| Latte | Espresso with a lot of steamed milk | Mild and creamy |
Espresso, Macchiato and Flat White descriptions follow the MRJADE hot coffee menu.
Two macchiatos on the menu.
Hot and iced, each built differently.
| Drink | Menu | What it is |
|---|---|---|
| Macchiato | Hot coffee | Espresso marked with a small amount of frothy milk: still bold, with a softer creamy edge |
| Iced Macchiato | Cold coffee | Espresso layered over chilled milk and ice: a bold coffee-forward drink with creamy balance |
The hot Macchiato is the classic small drink. The Iced Macchiato is a layered milk-and-ice drink, so expect more milk than the hot one.
Order it if…
A quick way to choose.
You like strong coffee
The hot Macchiato keeps the espresso up front, with just a touch of frothy milk to soften it.
You want a creamy, mellow cup
Go for a latte-style drink. Our Comfort Latte is the milk-led option.
You want something sweet
Try the Spanish Latte, our bestseller, sweetened with condensed milk.
You want it cold
The Iced Macchiato layers espresso over chilled milk. See all six iced coffees.
More MRJADE coffee guides.
From specialty coffee to hours.
| Flat white vs latte vs cappuccino | Milk, foam and strength compared |
|---|---|
| Spanish latte | What it is and where to get it |
| Cold brew vs iced coffee | How they differ |
| Specialty coffee in Downtown Dubai | Espresso, V60 and Turkish coffee |
| Coffee shop open now | Live hours and directions |
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Key takeaways
- A macchiato is espresso marked with a little frothy milk: small, bold and coffee-forward.
- A latte has far more steamed milk, so it is larger, milder and creamier.
- MRJADE serves a hot Macchiato and an Iced Macchiato, built differently.
- Want strong? Macchiato. Want mellow? Latte. Want sweet? Spanish Latte.
- Open from 7 AM daily at Burj Crown on Emaar Boulevard.
Macchiato vs latte: your questions
Short answers before you order.
What is a macchiato?
A macchiato is espresso “marked” with a small amount of frothy milk. It stays bold and coffee-forward, with a softer, creamy edge. MRJADE’s menu describes it the same way: espresso marked with a small amount of frothy milk.
What is the difference between a macchiato and a latte?
The milk. A macchiato is mostly espresso with a touch of frothy milk, so it is small, strong and intense. A latte is espresso with a lot of steamed milk, so it is larger, milder and creamier.
Is a macchiato stronger than a latte?
In flavour, yes: a macchiato has far less milk, so the coffee taste is much more concentrated. Caffeine depends on the number of espresso shots and the cup size, not on the drink name.
Is a macchiato bigger than a latte?
No. A macchiato is a small drink, while a latte is served in a larger cup because of the extra milk.
What is the difference between a macchiato and a flat white?
A flat white is a double espresso with silky steamed milk and less foam, so it is smoother and more milky than a macchiato. A macchiato keeps the espresso much more in front. See our flat white, latte and cappuccino guide for the full comparison.
What is the difference between a macchiato and an espresso?
A macchiato is an espresso with a small spoon of frothy milk on top. The milk softens the edge slightly, while an espresso is short, concentrated and served with no milk at all.
Does MRJADE serve a macchiato?
Yes. The hot Macchiato is on our hot coffee menu and the Iced Macchiato is on our cold coffee menu, at Burj Crown on Emaar Boulevard in Downtown Dubai.
What is an iced macchiato?
At MRJADE, the Iced Macchiato is espresso layered over chilled milk and ice: a bold, coffee-forward drink with creamy balance. It is a different build from the hot macchiato, so ask at the counter if you want to know more.
What time can I get a macchiato at MRJADE?
We open at 7 AM every day. We close at 11 PM Sunday to Thursday and at midnight on Friday and Saturday. Hours can change on public holidays, so check our Google Business listing before you travel.
Which should I order if I don’t like strong coffee?
Choose a latte, or a Comfort Latte on our menu, for a milder, creamier cup. If you like something sweeter, the Spanish Latte is our bestseller.
Taste the difference on the Boulevard.
MRJADE Coffee, R01, Burj Crown, Emaar Boulevard, Downtown Dubai, UAE.
Hours: Sunday–Thursday 7 AM–11 PM · Friday–Saturday 7 AM–12 AM
