Latte Art - Emerging trends and styles to experience now

Latte Art has become a true symbol of the modern coffee shop, turning every cup of cappuccino into a work of art. But it is not just about aesthetics: decorating coffee with precision and creativity contributes to enhancing the customer experience, making coffee time even more special.

In recent years, Latte Art has evolved incredibly, with new techniques, colours and even three-dimensional effects. If you want to impress your customers and stand out in the industry, discover the emerging trends to try now.

Great timeless classics

Before experimenting with the more advanced techniques, it is essential to master the great classics of Latte Art. These decorations, made with just the use of milk cream and the precise movement of the arm, are the basis for any more complex creation.

• Heart - The simplest but always impressive decoration, perfect to start with
• Leaf - An elegant pattern that requires precision when pouring the milk
• Tulip - A combination of several layers that creates a beautiful floral effect
• Swan - A more advanced figure, combining flowing lines and fine details

These techniques are a must for every barista and are the starting point for those who want to take their Latte Art to the next level.

Creative trends - Colouring milk cream

In recent years, coloured Latte Art has become increasingly popular. By using natural ingredients or food colouring, it is possible to create vibrant and impactful cappuccinos that are perfect for social media.

• Colour Latte Art - The use of ingredients such as turmeric, beetroot or spirulina allows for bright colours without altering the taste of the coffee.
• Galaxy Cappuccino - A mix of shades that recreates the effect of a galaxy, perfect for impressing discerning customers.
• Floral Art - Colourful floral decorations that make the cappuccino even more refined.

This technique is perfect for adding an artistic touch to the service and making each cup a unique and photographable experience!

“3D Latte Art” and relief techniques

While traditional Latte Art is two-dimensional, the trend today is towards 3D Latte Art, a technique that uses whipped milk cream to create relief figures.

• Teddy bears, cats and cartoon characters - The most popular shapes, perfect for surprising customers.
• Wave and movement effect - Some coffee artists create illusions of movement in the foam.
• Alternatives to coffee - This technique is also often used for matcha lattes and other foamy drinks.

3D Latte Art is an art form that requires a lot of practice, but can become a real asset for coffee shops that want to offer a unique experience.

Personalisation and storytelling

Today, latte art is not only about aesthetics, but also about branding and storytelling. More and more cafés are using this technique to create a stronger bond with customers.

Company logo in the cappuccino - Printing the café's logo on the cappuccino is an original way to reinforce brand identity.

Personalised messages - Writing names or short motivational phrases on the milk foam makes every coffee a personalised experience.

Themed decorations - Creating designs inspired by special events or holidays makes the coffee even more engaging.

A cappuccino with a customised decoration is not just a drink, but an experience the customer will be happy to share on social media, giving the café unparalleled organic visibility.

Portioli Cappuccino d'Artista course - Become a Latte Art expert

If you want to master Latte Art and offer spectacular cappuccinos to your customers, Accademia Portioli Cappuccino d'Artista Course is perfect for you.

The course is aimed at those who already have experience in coffee making and would like to improve their decoration technique.

What will you learn? From the basics such as the heart and leaf to advanced techniques such as the vortex, swan and tulip reverse. Each participant will have a dedicated workstation to practise and perfect their technique. At the end of the course, a practical test will certify your skills and enable you to obtain a recognised certificate.

Investing in Latte Art enhances your café’s offerings by serving a cappuccino that is not only delicious, but visually stunning.