Start with a normal espresso
Prepare the pod as an espresso following the variety’s recommendation and your machine’s instructions. The additional milk is added to the cup afterwards. You do not need to run more water through the coffee portion for this. Use a fresh portion for a second espresso.
Froth milk with a suitable appliance
Not every E.S.E. machine has a steam wand. Use an available milk function only as described in the manual, or use a separate frother. Do not put milk in the water tank. For a plant-based drink, check its packaging for frothing suitability and consult your appliance’s instructions.
Combine espresso, milk and foam
De’Longhi describes cappuccino as espresso with warm milk and milk foam, suggesting equal parts as a guide. Pour the frothed milk into the freshly prepared espresso. Start with less milk if you want to taste the coffee clearly, then adjust the proportions to your preference next time.
Compare the variety in the finished drink
Try a new variety both on its own and with your usual amount of milk. Note whether you would prefer more coffee flavour or a softer cup. Lollo Caffè Miscela Gran Cuvée is explicitly described in the range as a base for milk drinks too. This is product guidance to help you choose, rather than a guaranteed result for every preparation.
Clean after preparing milk
Clean the frother, steam wand and containers according to their manufacturers’ instructions. Which parts can be rinsed, taken apart or put in the dishwasher depends on the appliance. This keeps the routine clear even when making several cappuccinos in a row.
Questions and answers
Do I need special cappuccino pods?
For this preparation, use a suitable E.S.E. espresso pod and add frothed milk. Choose the coffee variety according to how you like it in the finished milk drink.
Can I run milk through the E.S.E. machine?
Do not put milk in the water tank. Use only a dedicated milk function or a separate milk frother, following its instructions.
Why can I barely taste the coffee in my cappuccino?
First compare the same espresso with less milk. Change only one thing at a time: milk amount, coffee variety or number of freshly prepared espressos. This helps you see which change you prefer.