Bicerin
Bicerin is a traditional hot drink native to Turin, Italy. It is made of espresso, drinking chocolate, and whole milk served layered in a small rounded glass. The name Bicerin is Piedmontese for "small glass".
History[edit | edit source]
The beverage has been known since the 18th century and was famously praised by Alexandre Dumas in 1852. It is believed to be based on the 17th century drink "bavareisa": the drinks were served in large coffee houses of Turin, and Bicerin was first served at the historical café "Al Bicerin" established in 1763 in Piazza della Consolata.
Preparation[edit | edit source]
The drink is prepared using a small clear glass. The barista prepares an espresso in a small glass and adds a similar amount of hot chocolate, carefully pouring it to let it sink to the bottom and mix with the coffee. Hot, very lightly whipped cream (not foam, but dense and velvety mousse) is then poured to fill the glass.
Recognition[edit | edit source]
In 2001 Bicerin was recognized as a "traditional Piedmontese product" in the official bulletin of the Piedmont region. The Bicerin is also a coffee drink of the Italian tradition recognized by the Italian National Institute of Italian Espresso.
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