Classic Italian Cappuccino vs Freddo Cappuccino: Iconic Greek Iced Coffee with Cold Foam

Both drinks pair espresso with milk, but they take it in opposite directions. The classic cappuccino is a warm, single-cup harmony: a fresh shot crowned with crema meets milk steamed to about 60-65°C and swirled into glossy microfoam with the texture of wet paint, poured right into the espresso. The freddo cappuccino is built cold: a stronger double shot is shaken or stirred over ice to chill and soften its bitterness, then topped with thick, cloud-like cold foam. Sipped through a straw without mixing, it is enjoyed in distinct layers rather than as one blended cup.