A macchiato is an espresso coffee drink with a small amount of milk, usually foamed. The word "macchiato" means "stained" or "spotted" in Italian, so the literal translation of caffè macchiato is "stained coffee" or "marked coffee". The drink is typically prepared by pouring a small amount of steamed milk directly into a single shot of espresso. The ratio of espresso to milk in a macchiato is higher than in other coffee drinks, and the milk is intended to moderate, rather than overwhelm, the taste of the coffee while adding a touch of sweetness. There are different types of macchiato, including the traditional macchiato, which is made with a shot of espresso and a small amount of steamed milk, and the latte macchiato, which is made by adding a shot of espresso to a glass of hot milk. The macchiato is generally considered to be a stronger and more intense drink than a latte because it is made with a shot of espresso.