Which has more caffeine, a latte or a cappuccino?

Usually the same, since both typically get the same shot or two of espresso. A latte is just bigger, with more milk.

What is a dry cappuccino?

One with extra foam and less liquid milk, so it tastes stronger of coffee. A wet cappuccino is the opposite, closer to a latte.

What's the difference between a latte and a cappuccino?

Both are espresso and steamed milk, but a cappuccino is smaller with a thick cap of foam, while a latte has more milk and a thin layer of foam, so it's milder and creamier.

Latte

Tart

Sweet

Not bitter

Bracing

Crisp

Rich

Big, mellow and milky, coffee in the background.

Cappuccino

Tart

Sweet

Not bitter

Bracing

Crisp

Rich

Smaller and stronger tasting, under a light, airy cap of foam.

The real difference

A typical cappuccino is about 6 ounces: a shot or two of espresso, steamed milk and a thick layer of foam. A latte is usually 8 to 16 ounces, mostly steamed milk with a thin layer of foam on top. Same coffee, more milk, so the latte tastes softer. Sizes vary by café.

Side by side

LatteCappuccino

SizeUsually 8 to 16 ozUsually about 6 oz

FoamThin layerThick, airy cap

TastesMilky, mild, smoothMore coffee, lighter, foamy

On a menuFlavored with syrups, iced, oat milkMostly as is, sometimes with cocoa on top

Which to order

Order a latte if you want a big, smooth, milky coffee to sip slowly.
Order a cappuccino if you want more coffee taste and that foamy top.

Quick questions

Which has more caffeine, a latte or a cappuccino?: Usually the same, since both typically get the same shot or two of espresso. A latte is just bigger, with more milk.
What is a dry cappuccino?: One with extra foam and less liquid milk, so it tastes stronger of coffee. A wet cappuccino is the opposite, closer to a latte.