A caramel macchiato is a coffee beverage that is a variation of a latte macchiato. It is made with steamed milk, vanilla-flavored syrup, and espresso, and is topped with a caramel drizzle. The espresso is layered on top of the milk, as opposed to a latte where the milk is added to the espresso. The drink is often served hot, but can also be served iced. While a true Starbucks caramel macchiato uses vanilla syrup in addition to caramel sauce, using just caramel sauce gives the best flavor. The drink is a popular coffeehouse-style beverage that can be made at home with a few simple ingredients.