Beginning today, you can order a “flat white” at Starbucks.
While the thought of ordering something new can often be exciting, you may be wondering: what the hell is a flat white?
The drink originated in Australia in The 1980’s (oh really, do you think Crocodile Dundee enjoyed them?). Since, they have caught on in Europe and have now made their way to The States.
But what exactly is the drink?
Here is a description according to Starbucks:
The Starbucks Flat White is an espresso beverage made with two ristretto shots, combined with a thin layer of velvety steamed whole milk and finished with a latte art dot. A ristretto shot delivers a sweeter, more intense coffee flavor. Starbucks baristas perfectly steam milk into creamy micro-foam and carefully free pour to allow the espresso to rise to the top of the beverage for a bold coffee flavor with a sweeter finish. The Starbucks® Flat White joins the core menu line-up of espresso beverages like Caffé Americano, Caffé Latte, Cappuccino, Doppio Espresso and Espresso Macchiato.
So order a flat white, then complain how the barista screwed up your name.
