I used to be all about a latte macchiato with an extra shot, then I got hooked on café con leche. After I returned home I found out a flat white is as close as you can get, without being a jerk who explains their custom order to every barista.
First time trying a flat white my wife and I had an epiphany. We always ordered cappuccino but didn't care about the foam. Now it's our go to coffee, unless I need to get a real energy boost. In that case ristretto or espresso with sugar is my go to.