{"id":13999,"date":"2025-12-15T11:07:07","date_gmt":"2025-12-15T10:07:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lamarzocco-fr-update.testsuite.it\/?p=13999"},"modified":"2025-12-15T11:07:07","modified_gmt":"2025-12-15T10:07:07","slug":"building-a-house-menu-with-the-linea-mini","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lamarzocco-fr-update.testsuite.it\/en\/building-a-house-menu-with-the-linea-mini\/","title":{"rendered":"Building a House Menu with the Linea Mini"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Building out your own house menu is one of the best parts of the espresso journey. Much like knowing and memorizing how to make your favorite cocktail at home, having a few go-to drinks to reach for can make owning an espresso machine even more enjoyable. Keep it simple, or mix it up with some more complex drinks in this guide.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Building a House Menu with the Linea Mini\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/6XFRYR246BY?start=1&#038;feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\" data-placeholder_class_index=\"1\" data-placeholder-image=\"https:\/\/home.lamarzoccousa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/complianz\/placeholders\/youtube6XFRYR246BY-maxresdefault.webp\">\n<div class=\"fluid-width-video-wrapper\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>the classics<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><strong>espresso<br \/>\n<\/strong>A concentrate made from coffee, served small and strong,<br \/>\nor used as the base for all other espresso drinks.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Espresso, traditional or modern<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/home.lamarzoccousa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/6-Mini-Journey-Building-House-Menu.png?ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-height=\"2160\" data-id=\"320208\" data-link=\"https:\/\/home.lamarzoccousa.com\/building-a-house-menu-with-the-linea-mini\/6-mini-journey-building-house-menu\/\" data-url=\"https:\/\/home.lamarzoccousa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/6-Mini-Journey-Building-House-Menu.png\" data-width=\"3840\" data-amp-layout=\"responsive\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>americano\u00a0<\/strong><br \/>\nSimply add the desired amount of hot water to dilute the espresso to make an americano.<br \/>\nThis drink was created for American soldiers in Italy who were looking for<br \/>\nsomething a little less strong than just a shot.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Espresso, traditional or modern<\/li>\n<li>Hot water<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-tiled-gallery aligncenter is-style-rectangular\">\n<div class=\"tiled-gallery__gallery\">\n<div class=\"tiled-gallery__row\">\n<div class=\"tiled-gallery__col\">\n<figure class=\"tiled-gallery__item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/home.lamarzoccousa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/6-Mini-Journey-Building-House-Menu-Americano.png?ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-height=\"2160\" data-id=\"320200\" data-link=\"https:\/\/home.lamarzoccousa.com\/building-a-house-menu-with-the-linea-mini\/6-mini-journey-building-house-menu-americano\/\" data-url=\"https:\/\/home.lamarzoccousa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/6-Mini-Journey-Building-House-Menu-Americano.png\" data-width=\"3840\" data-amp-layout=\"responsive\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>macchiato\u00a0<\/strong><br \/>\nBy adding just a mark of steamed milk on top of the espresso shot,<br \/>\nwe can make it into a macchiato.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Espresso, traditional or modern<\/li>\n<li>Steamed milk<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>cortado\u00a0<\/strong><br \/>\nThe cortado is enjoyed all over the world and although the exact ratios have regional variations,<br \/>\nit is commonly served in a small glass.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Espresso, traditional or modern<\/li>\n<li>Steamed milk<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>cappuccino\u00a0<\/strong><br \/>\nNext up is the ever so popular cappuccino!. Combining an espresso shot, steamed milk with a thick foam each taking up \u2153 of the cup.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Espresso, traditional or modern<\/li>\n<li>Heavily textured steamed milk<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>flat white<\/strong><br \/>\nIf you like a smoother milk texture but want the cappuccino\u2019s strength, the flat white a delicious choice and is often found in Australia and New Zealand. Starting with an espresso, then adding a velvety textured milk.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Espresso, traditional or modern<\/li>\n<li>Lightly textured steamed milk<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/home.lamarzoccousa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/6-Mini-Journey-Building-House-Menu-Flat-White.png?ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-height=\"2160\" data-id=\"320205\" data-link=\"https:\/\/home.lamarzoccousa.com\/building-a-house-menu-with-the-linea-mini\/6-mini-journey-building-house-menu-flat-white\/\" data-url=\"https:\/\/home.lamarzoccousa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/6-Mini-Journey-Building-House-Menu-Flat-White.png\" data-width=\"3840\" data-amp-layout=\"responsive\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>latte<\/strong><br \/>\nIf we add even more milk, we get the cafe latte. This is one of the most popular drinks in America and is majority milk (about \u2154 of the cup) with a shot of espresso and a small layer of foam on top.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Espresso, traditional or modern<\/li>\n<li>Steamed milk<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-320206\" src=\"https:\/\/home.lamarzoccousa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/6-Mini-Journey-Building-House-Menu-Latte-Swan.png\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 3840px) 100vw, 3840px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/home.lamarzoccousa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/6-Mini-Journey-Building-House-Menu-Latte-Swan.png 3840w, https:\/\/home.lamarzoccousa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/6-Mini-Journey-Building-House-Menu-Latte-Swan-2048x1152.png 2048w, https:\/\/home.lamarzoccousa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/6-Mini-Journey-Building-House-Menu-Latte-Swan-400x225.png 400w, https:\/\/home.lamarzoccousa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/6-Mini-Journey-Building-House-Menu-Latte-Swan-1024x576.png 1024w\" alt=\"\" width=\"3840\" height=\"2160\" \/><\/figure>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>specialty drinks<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>While classic lattes and cappuccinos are consistent crowd pleasers, having something special ready to go is always a good idea!<\/p>\n<p><strong>espresso con panna<\/strong><br \/>\nThis is a delicious simple drink that works well with a traditional espresso shot as the base then topped with a fluffy whipped cream. Bonus points if the whipped cream is homemade!<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Espresso, traditional<\/li>\n<li>Whipped cream<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-320203\" src=\"https:\/\/home.lamarzoccousa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/6-Mini-Journey-Building-House-Menu-Con-Panna.png\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 3840px) 100vw, 3840px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/home.lamarzoccousa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/6-Mini-Journey-Building-House-Menu-Con-Panna.png 3840w, https:\/\/home.lamarzoccousa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/6-Mini-Journey-Building-House-Menu-Con-Panna-2048x1152.png 2048w, https:\/\/home.lamarzoccousa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/6-Mini-Journey-Building-House-Menu-Con-Panna-400x225.png 400w, https:\/\/home.lamarzoccousa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/6-Mini-Journey-Building-House-Menu-Con-Panna-1024x576.png 1024w\" alt=\"\" width=\"3840\" height=\"2160\" \/><\/figure>\n<p><strong>affogato\u00a0<\/strong><br \/>\nThis combination is straight out of Italy and one of the most decadent espresso drinks around. It consists of a scoop of gelato, topped with a shot of espresso.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Espresso, traditional<\/li>\n<li>Vanilla gelato<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-320198\" src=\"https:\/\/home.lamarzoccousa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/6-Mini-Journey-Building-House-Menu-Affogato-Pour.png\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 3840px) 100vw, 3840px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/home.lamarzoccousa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/6-Mini-Journey-Building-House-Menu-Affogato-Pour.png 3840w, https:\/\/home.lamarzoccousa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/6-Mini-Journey-Building-House-Menu-Affogato-Pour-2048x1152.png 2048w, https:\/\/home.lamarzoccousa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/6-Mini-Journey-Building-House-Menu-Affogato-Pour-400x225.png 400w, https:\/\/home.lamarzoccousa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/6-Mini-Journey-Building-House-Menu-Affogato-Pour-1024x576.png 1024w\" alt=\"\" width=\"3840\" height=\"2160\" \/><\/figure>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>which menu items will you serve?\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>A menu is usually a mixture of classic drinks and a few signature ones. But here\u2019s the deal: every drink starts with a well-made espresso. Once we master espresso and milk, we\u2019ve instantly unlocked all the classics plus a few signature options.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Questions?\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/lamarzocco-fr-update.testsuite.it\/en\/book-a-demo\/\">Book a demo<\/a>\u00a0with our La Marzocco France Team.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Building out your own house menu is one of the best parts of the espresso journey. 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