WHAT IS A FLAT WHITE

Flat White vs Latte

For many, a Flat White is the small sister of a Latte. However, a Flat White coffee is prepared differently. The milk is more velvety and less foamy, which leads to a more balanced combination of milk and coffee.

When drinking a Latte, you’ll taste a lot of milk, whereas a Flat White offers a more intense coffee flavour. Latte is often served in a glass and the Flat White in a ceramic cup. The ingredients of both drinks are similar, but there are really not the same drink.

Flat white:

• Is smaller than a Latte.
• Contains the same ingredients.
• Has a more prominent coffee flavour

Flat White vs Cappuccino

A Flat White and a Cappuccino look very similar. Oftentimes you’ll find both these popular, espresso-based drinks served in a ceramic cup. The biggest difference between these coffees is the composition. For a cappuccino, its three even parts espresso, steamed milk and thick milk froth. For a Flat White, you’ll need a double ristretto or espresso and milk foam, (foamed for a shorter time so it remains liquid and pores smoothly). One of the nicknames of Flat White is ‘wet cappuccino’, as the milk runs through the coffee, whereas a cappuccino has a distinct froth layer.

Flat white: 

• Has a similar size
• Different composition
• Microfoamed milk instead of frothed milk

Flat White vs Cortado

Cortado is a Spanish specialty coffee, combining espresso and milk. The name can be translated as ‘the cut’, referring the clear ‘cut’ between the milk layer and the coffee. A Cortado is smaller than a Flat White, resulting in a more dense milk foam. The small Cortado consists of two even parts espresso and milk, resulting in an even more balanced coffee with a more profound taste. Flat White consists of relatively more milk. If you’re looking for a caffeine kick, the Cortado should be your choice.

Flat white: 

• Is bigger than a Cortado
• Contains more milk
• Has a less profound coffee flavour