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This blog post was originally posted on October 21, 2014, and was updated on September 1, 2017. <\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

Ordering a coffee in Spain can be tricky business. Confusing jargon and differing regional specialties\u00a0intimidate even the most dedicated of coffee fanatics. Learn how to order coffee in Barcelona like an expert!<\/h3>\n

Here in Barcelona, many people are further perplexed by the Catalan language<\/a> twist\u00a0thrown in the mix.\u00a0<\/em>Therefore, unless you are satisfied with having a\u00a0caf\u00e9 con leche\u00a0<\/em>each and every time, read on for a general guide as well as tips on how to order coffee in Barcelona. Of course, if you want to know how to order coffee in Barcelona just like a local, join us on a food tour<\/a> for even more useful tips!<\/p>\n

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Caf\u00e9 s\u00f3lo<\/h2>\n

The purest of Spanish coffee orders, caf\u00e9 s\u00f3lo<\/em>\u00a0which literally means coffee alone is what you will get if you simply mutter the word, caf\u00e9! All it is is a shot of espresso, but expect it to be thick, bitter and with a thin layer of foam on top.<\/p>\n

Cortado<\/h2>\n

The\u00a0cortado<\/em>,\u00a0also known as\u00a0tallat<\/em>\u00a0here in Barcelona, is\u00a0a shot of espresso with a splash of steamed milk.\u00a0Both terms in\u00a0Spanish and Catalan mean cut because that’s exactly what the milk does\u2014cuts the espresso. Though more or less the same throughout the country,\u00a0Barcelona’s cortados<\/em> are known to be a bit on the milkier side.<\/p>\n

Caf\u00e9 con Leche<\/h2>\n

Ahh,\u00a0caf\u00e9 con leche<\/em>\u00a0or\u00a0caf\u00e8 amb llet <\/em>in Catalan as it is mostly referred to here.\u00a0<\/em>The most ubiquitous coffee order around. With equal parts espresso and steamed milk, it is a bit more substantial and a perfect breakfast accompaniment.<\/p>\n

Caf\u00e9 con Hielo<\/h2>\n

The Spanish version of iced coffee,\u00a0caf\u00e8 amb gel <\/em>in Catalan, is your basic\u00a0caf\u00e9 s\u00f3lo<\/em>\u00a0served alongside a glass of ice. Though you can do it, it’s also not usual to order any other type of coffee with ice. Caf\u00e9 con hielo <\/em>is a local favorite\u00a0during the warmer months of the year, even for people who usually prefer milk with their coffee.<\/p>\n

Caf\u00e9 Americano<\/h2>\n

If you’d like to sip on black coffee for a little while longer, order a\u00a0caf\u00e9 americano\u00a0<\/em>for a shot of espresso with hot water. Though it’s nothing close to the bottomless cups typical of the US, for example, it may be as close as you get without going to Starbucks.<\/p>\n

Carajillo<\/h2>\n

Spain’s most typical alcoholic coffee drink is a surprisingly common order in the late afternoons and evenings. One part brandy and one part espresso, and the brandy can be substituted for whiskey or rum.<\/p>\n

Bomb\u00f3n<\/h2>\n

Also sometimes referred to as a\u00a0biber\u00f3n,\u00a0<\/em>literally meaning a bottle, this treat is thought to have originated in Valencia. It usually consists of espresso with condensed milk. Expect to see a sharp contrast between the two liquids in this sweet indulgence that literally tastes like a chocolate bonbon melting in your mouth.<\/p>\n

Local’s Tips<\/h2>\n

Of course, it’s not over yet. When you are wondering how to order coffee in Barcelona, keep these things in mind:<\/p>\n