Flat White

Flat White: The Aussie Delight

History and Origins

Hailing from Australia and New Zealand in the 1980s, the flat white was created as a response to the frothier cappuccino. Baristas in Sydney and Auckland refined it to emphasize espresso's flavor with less foam, quickly spreading to the UK and beyond in the 2000s.

Taste and Texture

It boasts a silky, velvety texture from microfoamed milk poured over espresso, creating a flat surface. The taste is rich and balanced, with the coffee's nutty notes shining through without overwhelming milkiness.

Type of Drinker

Perfect for purists who want espresso forward drinks without excess foam discerning coffee enthusiasts or those from Down Under appreciating subtlety over spectacle.

Caffeine Rating

7/10 – Higher than a latte due to the double espresso shot and less milk dilution in a smaller serving.