Last updated on October 26th, 2023 at 20:37
If you are wondering what is breve at Starbucks, this article will clear up any questions that you have and clear up all doubts! I’ll also go a little deeper and detail how to order this drink at Starbuck both in person and by using their app or website.
Here is the quick answer for those of you that are in a rush; a breve coffee at Starbucks is a double shot (doppio) of espresso with an equal amount and ratio of steamed half-and-half cream. There are many variations of this drink, so keep reading for the details!
What Is Breve At Starbucks
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Breve at Starbucks, in the most strictest of terms, only refers to the use of half-and-half cream.
However,
nobody goes to the world’s biggest and most popular coffee shop for a cup of half-and-half cream! When people want a breve at Starbucks or want to know what a breve is at Starbucks they are referring to a breve coffee, also known as a cafe breve.
A breve coffee (cafe breve) is a coffee drink made with a double shot of espresso and an equal amount of steamed half-and-half milk with a little milk foam added on top. At a coffee shop, the drink is usually served in a 4.5 Oz Gibraltar glass.
As a coffee lover or coffee enthusiast you may recognize the drink as being the same as a traditional Spanish cortado with one key difference, the type of dairy used as a cortado is made with steamed milk.
The word, breve, can be added to any drink on Starbucks menu, just use both the word breve and the drink name, for example a breve late, breve cappuccino, mocha breve or breve macchiato to get the respective drinks with half-and-half cream instead of regular milk (or alternative milk).
The use of steamed half-and-half cream creates a drink that is richer, creamier, with a heavier mouthfeel and richer, silkier texture. It’s a more decadent and delightful drink.
Read: Iced breve
What Is Half And Half Cream?
Half-and-half cream, often just called half-and-half for short, is an equal mix of whole milk and heavy cream, hence the name half-and-half cream.
Notably, it is also referred to as half-and-half milk.
How To Order Breve At Starbucks
Ordering a breve coffee at Starbucks is easy, and is a matter of language and knowing your coffee or Starbucks lingo.
Bear in mind if you only ask for a breve you will only get a cup of half-and-half cream.
Ask for a breve coffee (or caffè breve), you will get an espresso based drink made with a doubleshot of espresso and an equal amount of steamed half-and-half cream.
Request a breve latte and you will get a latte that is made with a shot or two of espresso depending on the drink size ordered and steamed half-and-half cream using an espresso to dairy ratio of 1:2 instead of your regular latte, which can be made with regular steamed milk, oat milk, coconut milk, almond milk or soy milk.
You can also order a breve cappuccino which, at Starbucks, is made with a single or double espresso and an equal amount of steamed half-and-half milk and milk foam, all in ratios of 1:1:1.
A mocha breve, which can be asked for by name, I’m sure you are catching on by now, is the same as a regular mocha except it is made with steamed half-and-half cream instead of regular steamed milk. The single or double espresso is matched with an equal amount of steamed half-and-half cream and chocolate sauce is added for flavoring.
A breve macchiato, a delicious alternative to a regular macchiato, is exactly what you think it is: a regular macchiato with half-and-half cream.
This model of adding the word breve to the drink name can continue down the list of Starbucks drinks that have milk, including the list of tea beverages.
You can also have your Starbucks breve coffee drink flavored with any of the flavored syrups that they have available, with vanilla, caramel and salted caramel being popular choices.
Remember to order your drink with the flavored syrup, for example “Vanilla cafe breve” or “Caramel Breve latte” for example.
If you want the drink as an iced coffee, simply request an “iced cafe breve” or “iced breve latte”.
You can also order an iced flavored breve by using the same format, “Iced salted caramel cafe breve” or “iced salted caramel cappuccino” for example.
How To Order Breve On Starbucks App
Ordering your breve on the Starbucks App or website is very easy. Go to the website or load the app on your phone or tablet and click the hot coffee list.
Select the drink of your choice, latte for example. Then select the drink size that you want. In the milk selection, change the 2% milk to half-and-half (breve).
Starbucks Breve Calories
There are a lot of calories in all forms of the Starbucks breve drinks that are available. A regular 12 Oz (360 ml) cafe breve has a belt bulging and waist line expanding 426 calories.
While it is a great and very enjoyable coffee, it is not exactly one that you want to enjoy on a daily basis or even every week.
Even though it is high in calories, it is not inherently an unhealthy drink – just enjoy in moderation and stick to the calorie, fat and caffeine limits.
Frequently Asked Questions About What Is Breve At Starbucks
What Is Breve In Coffee Terms?
A breve coffee, also known as a caffè breve, is an espresso shot or two with steamed half-and-half cream instead of steamed whole milk.
What Is The Taste Of A Breve?
A breve latte is sweet, creamy and very rich tasting without the use of sweeteners. It has a fuller and heavier mouthfeel and richer texture.
Is A Breve Hot Or Iced?
A breve latte can be hot or iced; regardless of how you order your drink it is made in the same way with the only difference being the addition of ice.
Read: Breve
Is Breve Stronger Than Espresso?
In terms of flavor, an espresso is stronger and more intense. As far as caffeine content is concerned, a breve coffee has the same amount of caffeine as it is made with a shot of espresso.
Does Breve Have More Caffeine?
No, the general impression of a Starbucks breve is that it is slightly weaker and has a lower caffeine content due to having a weaker taste due to the cream.
In fact, it has the same amount of caffeine.
Is Breve Heavy Cream?
No, a Breve at both your local coffee shop and a Starbucks breve is made with steamed half-and-half cream and not heavy cream.
Does Starbucks Charge Extra For Breve?
It depends! If your coffee drink is supposed to be made with breve, an equal mix of whole milk and heavy cream, there is no extra charge but if you are switching out milk of any type for breve then you will be charged extra.
How Many Calories In A Starbucks Breve Latte?
The calorie count in a Tall 12 Oz (360 ml) Starbucks Breve Latte is 426 calories.
Final Thoughts – What Is Breve At Starbucks?
The question of what is breve at Starbucks has been answered in detail, and you should, if you have read this far, have no doubts as to what this drink is and how to order it as both an ordinary drink and with variations and customizations. You should also be able to order the drink confidently in person and by using their app and their website.
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