Hazelnut Cappuccino: a smooth, nutty cafe favourite
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A hazelnut cappuccino uses 15 ml Swa Hazelnut syrup, a 40 ml espresso shot and 150 ml steamed milk at a 1:1 milk-to-froth ratio. Mix the syrup into the espresso, pour the milk and froth, and finish with latte art. It takes about two minutes and serves one.
Hazelnut adds a smooth, creamy and nutty note that sits well with espresso. One pour of syrup flavours the whole cup, so the drink is quick to make and easy to repeat across shifts.
Why does hazelnut work in a cappuccino?
Nutty flavours soften the bitterness of espresso without hiding it. A single 15 ml pour of Swa Hazelnut syrup mixes into the shot before the milk goes in, so the flavour is even from the first sip to the last.
Where does it fit on a cafe menu?
List it under hot coffee as an easy upsell on a standard cappuccino. The workflow is identical to your regular cappuccino, so training is minimal. Add chocolate shavings on top for a festive look. See more coffee recipes or the cafe menu solutions.
Frequently asked questions
How much Swa Hazelnut syrup goes in a cappuccino?
Use 15 ml of Swa Hazelnut syrup with a 40 ml espresso shot and 150 ml steamed milk. Adjust by a few ml if your espresso is very dark or your guests prefer it lighter.
What is the milk to froth ratio?
The recipe uses 150 ml steamed milk at a 1:1 milk-to-froth ratio, so half the volume is silky milk and half is foam for latte art.
What garnish works best?
Latte art is the standard finish. For a festive look, add a few chocolate shavings on top of the froth.
Is the syrup natural?
Yes. Swa syrups are 100% natural with no preservatives and no artificial colours or flavours, and are made in Bangalore by a women-led team.
Swa Artisanal Syrups is made in Bangalore by a team of women who believe Indian flavours deserve a place behind every bar and coffee counter. From Kokam off the Konkan coast to Nannari from Tamil Nadu, every syrup is preservative-free, naturally made, and built for the craft professional. Swa works with cafes, bars, restaurants, and hotels across India.
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