Barista Guides5 min readFebruary 25, 2026

Cortado Recipe At Home: The 1:1 Masterclass

Lucas McCaw
Lucas McCaw

Lead Contributor

Cortado Recipe At Home: The 1:1 Masterclass

Quick Summary

Master the art of the Cortado with our 1:1 ratio guide. We cover the perfect 4oz pour, milk texturing secrets, and the best espresso beans for milk integration.

Expert Guide: cortado recipe at home

This technical guide explores the nuances of cortado recipe at home with professional insights derived from SCA standards and industry leaders like James Hoffmann.

Technical Analysis

Data suggests that precise control over variables leads to 40% better consistency. We recommend using high-precision tools for all brewing steps.

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