Coffee
Mocha
Where coffee meets chocolate
Sm $5.50 / Lg $6.50
The Story
The mocha takes its name from the Yemeni port city of Mocha (Al-Mukha), which was the world's dominant coffee exporter from the 15th to 17th centuries. The coffee exported from Mocha was naturally earthy with chocolatey, wine-like notes — so the name became synonymous with that flavour profile long before anyone added actual chocolate to coffee.
The modern mocha drink — espresso combined with chocolate and steamed milk — was popularised in American specialty cafes during the 1980s. It offers coffee lovers a sweet, indulgent alternative to straight espresso drinks, with chocolate complementing and softening the bitterness of the coffee while adding richness.
At Cappadocia, our mocha is made with premium Belgian chocolate sauce stirred through a double espresso before steamed milk is added — creating a deeply flavoured, indulgent drink that satisfies both coffee and chocolate cravings in one cup.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where does Mocha come from?
Mocha originates from Yemen — 15th century (name); modern form — USA 1980s. The mocha takes its name from the Yemeni port city of Mocha (Al-Mukha), which was the world's dominant coffee exporter from the 15th to 17th centuries. The coffee exported from Mocha was naturally earthy with chocolatey,…
What is in Mocha?
Mocha is made with: Double espresso, Premium chocolate sauce, Steamed milk, Chocolate powder.
Can I try Mocha in Darlinghurst Sydney?
Yes! Mocha is on the menu at Cappadocia Café & Restaurant, 82-84 Stanley St, Darlinghurst NSW 2010. Priced at Sm $5.50 / Lg $6.50. Open Mon–Tue 6am–4pm, Wed–Fri 6am–9pm, Sat 7am–9pm, Sun 7am–4pm.
Key Ingredients
- Double espresso
- Premium chocolate sauce
- Steamed milk
- Chocolate powder
Did You Know?
The Yemeni port of Mocha was so important to the global coffee trade that European merchants in the 1600s called all coffee "Mocha" — it was centuries before the word became associated specifically with chocolate-flavoured coffee.
Try it in Darlinghurst
82-84 Stanley St, Darlinghurst NSW 2010
Mon–Tue 6am–4pm · Wed–Fri 6am–9pm
Sat 7am–9pm · Sun 7am–4pm
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