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No. A ristretto is usually less bitter than an espresso. Because less water and a shorter extraction time are used, mainly the sweeter and fuller flavours are released. With an espresso, extraction takes longer, which means more bitter compounds are extracted.

A double ristretto is often drunk. You then get more volume with the same intense flavour.

Traditionally yes, but you can also add milk to it. Bear in mind that the flavour will then quickly become less pronounced.

Beans with a medium to medium-dark roast work well. They provide enough body without sharp bitterness.

That’s possible, but the flavour is less fresh and sometimes a bit bitter. Start with a knife tip and stir it well into the milk before you start frothing.

Ginger combines surprisingly well with milk, especially in hot drinks. The milk softens the spicy flavour, making it milder and rounder.

For a subtle flavour, use about a teaspoon of freshly grated ginger. If you want more kick, you can add a little more, but don’t let it overpower.

Use a strong cup of filter coffee or moka coffee as an alternative. Make sure the coffee is strong enough to balance the ginger flavour.

It’s best not to heat advocaat, because at high temperatures it can curdle. Therefore, always pour hot coffee onto room-temperature advocaat, not the other way round.

Yes, traditional advocaat contains alcohol. If you want an alcohol-free version, choose an alcohol-free advocaat or a custard-like alternative. The flavour remains creamy and sweet.

Yes. The whipped cream makes it extra creamy and festive, but you can also leave it out or replace it with frothed milk for a lighter version.

Use a glass with a thick base or a stylish coffee cup. The layers of advocaat, coffee and whipped cream create a lovely contrast. A little cocoa powder or cinnamon on top finishes it off perfectly.

Pumpkin spice usually consists of cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg and cloves. Together, these spices create the warm, spicy flavour that is so typical of this drink.

You can leave out the espresso and use only warm milk with pumpkin spice spices. This way you make a spiced milk drink without caffeine.

Use a plant-based milk such as oat or almond and choose a plant-based sweetener. Leave out the whipped cream or use a plant-based alternative.