On the 2 Kings Coffee Pod, host Michale devoted the episode to the cortado, an espresso and milk blend in a one-to-one ratio. He explained that a cortado differs from other coffees like lattes and flat whites due to its perfect balance of espresso and milk.

A comparison was made with the globally popular cappuccino, describing a cappuccino as a sweet, foamy beverage with some optional toppings, whereas a cortado is a more robust and straightforward drink.
He further clarified that despite these differences, both drinks contain the same caffeine content.

Finally, Michale provided a simple cortado recipe, emphasizing the importance of the harmony of flavors over, say, decorative latte art.