The name "cappuccino" comes from the (Order of Friars Minor Capuchin), an offshoot of the Franciscans founded in 1525. The friars wore distinctive brown robes with pointed hoods (cappuccio). The color of the coffee mixed with milk was said to resemble the shade of their robes.
: For those avoiding dairy, studies show that soy milk with a touch of non-dairy creamer can mimic the frothiness of cow's milk. Other researchers are even investigating pea-based foams as a sustainable, plant-based alternative. Cultural Etiquette and Variations cappucitno